Director of Engineering

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We are a relationship-based, forward-thinking, and fully integrated Architecture and Engineering firm seeking a dynamic, passionate, and self-driven individual to lead and grow the engineering staff. This position will be a great fit for you if you are looking for a company that creates lasting partnerships with its clients, views engineering as a valuable dimension to our business when fully integrated, and provides a positive, respectful, and supportive environment for its employees.

The Director of Engineering mentors, manages, coaches, and leads the entire engineering team. This includes structural, HVAC, plumbing, and electrical engineering. This role facilitates individual and collective professional growth, delivers technical excellence, and positions engineering as one of three fully integrated and powerful pieces of the company – architecture, engineering, interior design. The Director of Engineering will also oversee engagement initiatives to ensure a cohesive and motivated team.

Leadership + Mentorship

We are looking for an individual who will lead and foster the engineering team's growth and has a passion for leading people, elevating the client experience, and leveraging the fully integrated model across our five office locations. We seek an individual with a forward-looking view of the markets we serve, seeking opportunities and market influences that will impact clients and design strategies for our clients.

Collaboration + Knowledge Sharing

We value learning and knowledge sharing and believe this is ongoing in all roles and levels throughout our firm. We seek an individual who is passionate about sharing knowledge and elevating those around them through mentoring and leadership. The individual will have knowledge and expertise in design, engineering and the overall design and project delivery process. You will teach and mentor team members across five office locations to build skills, prepare them to synthesize information, and develop presentations to illustrate and communicate project goals and strategies. You will partner with studio leaders (8) and project developers across the firm to share best practices, maintain continuity in delivery, and leverage the expertise that engineering offers.

Key Accountabilities:

Vision and Leadership:

Establish an engineering vision that aligns with the company's overall vision. Lead and direct the engineering team in managing and collaboratively delivering projects to fully leverage our integrated model and meet our quality standards and project deadlines. Coordinate resource planning, staff deployment, and project execution.

Mentorship and Coaching:

Provide continuous mentorship and coaching to team members across our five office locations to foster their professional growth and development. Occasional travel to our office locations is expected. Conduct regular one-on-one meetings to discuss career aspirations, provide feedback, and set development goals. Encourage a culture of continuous learning and improvement by promoting training opportunities, workshops, and certifications.

Business Development

Develop, nurture and maintain client relationships. Assist and actively participate in the development of new business and relationships. This will include working with our and regional market leaders and studio directors in the pursuit of new projects, interviews, and authoring proposals. Direct selling of engineering services to our current and potential clients is encouraged and done within the context of our entire suite of services.

Performance Management:

Establish clear performance expectations and goals for each team member. Conduct regular performance reviews to assess progress, provide constructive feedback, and recognize achievements. Develop and implement performance improvement plans for team members who need additional support.

Team Building and Skill Development:

Identify skill gaps within the team and create development plans to address them. Facilitate cross-training opportunities to ensure team members are well-rounded and versatile. Encourage team members to take on challenging projects and roles to expand their skill sets. Identify staffing needs and assist in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding new employees. Review and recommend annual salary increases and bonuses. Foster a collaborative and inclusive team environment where all members feel valued and supported. Promote open communication and transparency within the team to build trust and mutual respect.

Minimum Requirements:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in engineering and professional engineer certification.

• Experience:
• 15 years of experience in facility engineering, design and/or project management.
• Ability to obtain licensure/registration in multiple states.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience managing direct reports

• Skills:
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, including strong written and verbal communication.
• Ability to function effectively in a demanding environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong team collaboration skills, sound decision-making, and cross-functional, action oriented.
• Demonstrates exceptional planning, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Annual base compensation for this role is $130,000 - $160,000 based on skills and experience