Together, we own our company, our future, and our shared success.

 

As an employee-owned company, our people are Black & Veatch. We put them at the center of everything we do and empower them to grow, explore new possibilities and use their diverse talents and perspectives to solve humanity's biggest challenges in an ever-evolving world. With over 100 years of innovation in sustainable infrastructure and our expertise in engineering, procurement, consulting and construction, together we are building a world of difference.  

 

Company : Black & Veatch Corporation  

Req Id : 106808 

Opportunity Type : Staff 

Relocation eligible : No 

Full time/Part time : Part-Time  

Project Only Hire : No 

Visa Sponsorship Available: No 

Job Summary

Black & Veatch has an exciting opportunity for a Water Quality Sciences Technical Leader focused on ecosystem restoration, fluvial geomorphology, coastal systems and resilience throughout the United States.  This leader will provide technical expertise and guidance to projects. 

 

Black & Veatch is organized in four main sectors: 1) Government & Communities (G&C); 2) Technology, Commercial & Industrial (TCI); 3) Power Providers (PP); and 4) Fuels & Natural Resources (FNR).  While the focus practice is associated with G&C sector clients, this position will support other sectors. 

 

This technical leader will consult directly with new and existing clients to strategize and implement nature-based solutions to address climate adaptation and hazard mitigation, coastal and sea level rise strategies, and resilient infrastructure system solutions.  This leader will collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to guide the development of solutions for a variety of municipal, utility, state, and governmental clients.   

Key Responsibilities ​​​​Serve as subject matter expert for water quality sciences, with a focus on ecosystem restoration and nature-based solutions with a variety of government and private-sector clients  Engage directly with new and existing clients to develop new business for BV  Support client and stakeholder workshops  Guide and review technical elements of nature-based solution planning and implementation efforts: ecosystem analysis, modeling, ecological restoration, limnology, biology, and characterization of ecosystem service benefits/values  Provide thought leadership, engage with external community, and serve as a subject matter expert, bringing expertise with ecosystem restoration, limnology, fluvial geomorphology, coastal systems and resilience  Engage with and guide the development of solutions/studies/projects  Support mentorship and growth of the team to broaden capabilities   Cultivate innovative partnerships to leverage new technologies and approaches   Preferred Qualifications

20+ years of experience in water quality sciences, with focus on ecosystem restoration, nature- based solutions, watershed management, water resource planning 

Experience leading technical teams and serving client-facing roles 

Demonstrated success in business development  

Experience with approaches and tools to assess ecosystems 

Experience in working with the regulatory agencies and their permitting functions 

Minimum Qualifications Minimum of 5 years' experience performing duties similar to those of an Environmental Scientist 6. All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.Work Environment/Physical Demands Normal office environment. May be subject to extreme cold (temperatures below 30 degrees for periods of more than one hour), extreme heat (temperatures above 90 degrees for periods of more than one hour), hazards (electrical currents, working on scaffoldSalary Plan ENS: Eng & Technical SpecialtiesJob Grade 133

Black & Veatch endeavors to make www.bv.com/careers accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process because of a disability, please contact the Employee Relations Department at +1-913-359-1622 or via our accommodations request form. This contact information is for disability accommodation requests only; you may not use this contact information to inquire about the status of applications. General inquiries about the status of applications will not be returned.

 

Black & Veatch is committed to being an employer of choice by creating a valuable work experience that keeps our people engaged, productive, safe and healthy.

 

Our comprehensive benefits portfolio is a key component of this commitment and offers an array of health care benefits including but not limited to medical, dental and vision insurances along with disability and a robust wellness program.

 

To support a healthy work-life balance, we offer flexible work schedules, paid vacation and holiday time, sick time, and dependent sick time.

 

A variety of additional benefits are available to our professionals, including a company-matched 401k plan, adoption reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, vendor discounts, an employment referral program, AD&D insurance, pre-taxed accounts, voluntary legal plan and the B&V Credit Union. Professionals may also be eligible for a performance-based bonus program.

 

We are proud to be a 100 percent ESOP-owned company. As employee-owners, our professionals are empowered to drive not only their personal growth, but the company's long-term achievements - and they share in the financial rewards of the success through stock ownership.

 

By valuing diverse voices and perspectives, we cultivate an authentically inclusive environment for professionals and are able to provide innovative and effective solutions for clients.

 

BVH, Inc., its subsidiaries and its affiliated companies, complies with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) affirmative action laws and regulations. Black & Veatch does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender Identity and expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status or other status protected by law.

 

For our EEO Policy Statement, please click here. If you’d like more information on your EEO rights under the law, please click here and here.

 

Notice to External Search Firms: Black & Veatch does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not be obligated to pay a placement fee for unsolicited resumes. Black & Veatch Talent Acquisition engages with search firms directly for hiring needs.