Technical Director - Industrial Water Job Details | Black & Veatch Family of Com
Black & Veatch, Houston, TX, United States
Technical Director - Industrial Water
Date: Apr 8, 2026
Location: Houston, TX, US; Eagle, ID, US; Des Moines, IA, US; Milwaukee, WI, US; Jacksonville, FL, US; Dallas, TX, US; Eastland, TX, US; Darien, IL, US; Memphis, TN, US; Fort Myers, FL, US; Greenville, SC, US; Tualatin, OR, US; Garner, NC, US; Grand Rapids, MI, US; Richmond, VA, US; Field Assignment, KS, US; Coral Gables, FL, US; Savannah, GA, US; Columbia, SC, US; Oklahoma City, OK, US; Austin, TX, US; Arlington, VA, US; College Station, TX, US; Tampa, FL, US; Indianapolis, IN, US; Charlotte, TX, US; Houston, TX, US; Nashville, TN, US; Ann Arbor, MI, US; South Jordan, UT, US; Creve Coeur, MO, US; Fort Worth, TX, US; Tucson, AZ, US; Orlando, FL, US; Hickory, NC, US; Charleston, SC, US; Danville, VA, US; Phoenix, AZ, US; Atlanta, GA, US; Overland Park, KS, US; Virginia Beach, VA, US; Chattanooga, TN, US; Canonsburg, PA, US; Charlotte, NC, US; Cary, NC, US; Coral Springs, FL, US.
Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies
The Opportunity Black & Veatch has an exciting opportunity for a Fuel & Natural Resources (F&NR) Sector, Industrial Water Solution Technical Director. This Director-level position will be a key member of our Industrial Water Team. The role is multi‑dimensional from a regional and market standpoint. The primary focus is expanding the F&NR Water Solutions to select industrial clients globally, supporting initiatives in providing industrial water solutions for data centers, semiconductor manufacturing, pharmaceutical manufacturing (life sciences), mining, consumer products, oil & gas, technology, heavy industry/manufacturing, and energy clients.
The Team Black & Veatch’s Government & Communities focuses on infrastructure needs of municipalities, state and local governments, and specialized physical and digital infrastructure solutions for government and federal agencies.
Key Responsibilities
Leverage and build relationships with key Industrial Water and BV’s sales force to help identify new pursuits, pre‑position, propose, interview and capture new business, focusing on life sciences (pharmaceutical), semiconductor, mining, oil & gas, technology, and heavy industry/manufacturing clients.
Lead strategic planning efforts for Industrial Water clients globally with a focus on building deep client relationships and expanding work volume.
Support flawless project execution—particularly for complex, high‑purity, high‑reliability manufacturing environments (e.g., semiconductor and pharmaceutical). Serve as a seller‑doer on applicable projects with support from the BV Project Management Team, local resources, and global BV Solution Teams.
Interface with F&NR Solution groups such as Treatment, Water Resources & Community Planning, Environmental, and Civil Works to compile solution capabilities into integrated client‑service offerings.
Serve as a technical resource and mentor for the BV Project Management Team and provide assistance and oversight for development and implementation of training programs related to flawless execution of Industrial Water projects with G&C Solution groups and support disciplines.
Monitor, understand and report to upper‑level management the key drivers for customers related to industrial water.
Attract and source key talent to grow and mentor regional and solution teams.
Track industrial water market trends, identify growth services and geographical markets for BV.
Interface with F&NR Solution Groups and BV marketing staff to prepare marketing material and thought leadership articles in developing markets.
Prepare quarterly updates on trends and recommendations for future direction in BV industrial water services.
Management Responsibilities Acts as a project manager and manages a project team whose composition varies by project.
Preferred Qualifications
20+ years of Industrial Water experience.
Demonstrated experience supporting semiconductor manufacturing and/or pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities, including water supply, treatment, reuse, and wastewater solutions in regulated or high‑purity environments.
Industry experience across life sciences, semiconductors, mining, oil & gas, technology, and heavy industry/manufacturing.
Experience in a client‑facing/business development role or a client role with experience acquiring professional services.
Experience executing and implementing strategic planning efforts.
Experience attracting, growing and leading project teams and executing projects.
Familiarity with Industrial Water drivers and clients.
Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
All applicants must complete pre‑employment onboarding requirements (criminal/civil background check, drug screen, motor vehicle records search, as required).
Work Environment / Physical Demands
Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days of employment based upon manager discretion, job performance, and work assignments.
Typical office environment, typical construction environment, extreme weather conditions, high noise level, safety hazards (electric currents, working on scaffolding and high places, exposure to chemicals), atmospheric conditions (fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, poor ventilation).
Ability to sit, walk, talk, hear, read, write, keyboard, drive, file, reach, stoop, crouch, bend, stand for extended periods, lift or carry up to 40 pounds.
Salary Plan PMT: Project Management
Job Grade 021
Benefits
Competitive compensation, 401(k) match, health, dental and vision insurance, disability coverage, wellness program.
Paid vacation and holiday time, sick time, dependent sick time.
Company‑matched 401(k), adoption reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, vendor discounts, referral program, AD&D insurance, pre‑tax accounts, voluntary legal plan, B&V Credit Union.
Performance‑based bonus program.
Equal Employment Opportunity BVH, Inc., its subsidiaries and its affiliated companies comply with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) 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.
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Location: Houston, TX, US; Eagle, ID, US; Des Moines, IA, US; Milwaukee, WI, US; Jacksonville, FL, US; Dallas, TX, US; Eastland, TX, US; Darien, IL, US; Memphis, TN, US; Fort Myers, FL, US; Greenville, SC, US; Tualatin, OR, US; Garner, NC, US; Grand Rapids, MI, US; Richmond, VA, US; Field Assignment, KS, US; Coral Gables, FL, US; Savannah, GA, US; Columbia, SC, US; Oklahoma City, OK, US; Austin, TX, US; Arlington, VA, US; College Station, TX, US; Tampa, FL, US; Indianapolis, IN, US; Charlotte, TX, US; Houston, TX, US; Nashville, TN, US; Ann Arbor, MI, US; South Jordan, UT, US; Creve Coeur, MO, US; Fort Worth, TX, US; Tucson, AZ, US; Orlando, FL, US; Hickory, NC, US; Charleston, SC, US; Danville, VA, US; Phoenix, AZ, US; Atlanta, GA, US; Overland Park, KS, US; Virginia Beach, VA, US; Chattanooga, TN, US; Canonsburg, PA, US; Charlotte, NC, US; Cary, NC, US; Coral Springs, FL, US.
Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies
The Opportunity Black & Veatch has an exciting opportunity for a Fuel & Natural Resources (F&NR) Sector, Industrial Water Solution Technical Director. This Director-level position will be a key member of our Industrial Water Team. The role is multi‑dimensional from a regional and market standpoint. The primary focus is expanding the F&NR Water Solutions to select industrial clients globally, supporting initiatives in providing industrial water solutions for data centers, semiconductor manufacturing, pharmaceutical manufacturing (life sciences), mining, consumer products, oil & gas, technology, heavy industry/manufacturing, and energy clients.
The Team Black & Veatch’s Government & Communities focuses on infrastructure needs of municipalities, state and local governments, and specialized physical and digital infrastructure solutions for government and federal agencies.
Key Responsibilities
Leverage and build relationships with key Industrial Water and BV’s sales force to help identify new pursuits, pre‑position, propose, interview and capture new business, focusing on life sciences (pharmaceutical), semiconductor, mining, oil & gas, technology, and heavy industry/manufacturing clients.
Lead strategic planning efforts for Industrial Water clients globally with a focus on building deep client relationships and expanding work volume.
Support flawless project execution—particularly for complex, high‑purity, high‑reliability manufacturing environments (e.g., semiconductor and pharmaceutical). Serve as a seller‑doer on applicable projects with support from the BV Project Management Team, local resources, and global BV Solution Teams.
Interface with F&NR Solution groups such as Treatment, Water Resources & Community Planning, Environmental, and Civil Works to compile solution capabilities into integrated client‑service offerings.
Serve as a technical resource and mentor for the BV Project Management Team and provide assistance and oversight for development and implementation of training programs related to flawless execution of Industrial Water projects with G&C Solution groups and support disciplines.
Monitor, understand and report to upper‑level management the key drivers for customers related to industrial water.
Attract and source key talent to grow and mentor regional and solution teams.
Track industrial water market trends, identify growth services and geographical markets for BV.
Interface with F&NR Solution Groups and BV marketing staff to prepare marketing material and thought leadership articles in developing markets.
Prepare quarterly updates on trends and recommendations for future direction in BV industrial water services.
Management Responsibilities Acts as a project manager and manages a project team whose composition varies by project.
Preferred Qualifications
20+ years of Industrial Water experience.
Demonstrated experience supporting semiconductor manufacturing and/or pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities, including water supply, treatment, reuse, and wastewater solutions in regulated or high‑purity environments.
Industry experience across life sciences, semiconductors, mining, oil & gas, technology, and heavy industry/manufacturing.
Experience in a client‑facing/business development role or a client role with experience acquiring professional services.
Experience executing and implementing strategic planning efforts.
Experience attracting, growing and leading project teams and executing projects.
Familiarity with Industrial Water drivers and clients.
Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
All applicants must complete pre‑employment onboarding requirements (criminal/civil background check, drug screen, motor vehicle records search, as required).
Work Environment / Physical Demands
Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days of employment based upon manager discretion, job performance, and work assignments.
Typical office environment, typical construction environment, extreme weather conditions, high noise level, safety hazards (electric currents, working on scaffolding and high places, exposure to chemicals), atmospheric conditions (fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, poor ventilation).
Ability to sit, walk, talk, hear, read, write, keyboard, drive, file, reach, stoop, crouch, bend, stand for extended periods, lift or carry up to 40 pounds.
Salary Plan PMT: Project Management
Job Grade 021
Benefits
Competitive compensation, 401(k) match, health, dental and vision insurance, disability coverage, wellness program.
Paid vacation and holiday time, sick time, dependent sick time.
Company‑matched 401(k), adoption reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, vendor discounts, referral program, AD&D insurance, pre‑tax accounts, voluntary legal plan, B&V Credit Union.
Performance‑based bonus program.
Equal Employment Opportunity BVH, Inc., its subsidiaries and its affiliated companies comply with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) 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.
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