Ripple Effect Consulting is Hiring a Mechanical Practice Lead - Private Infrastructure Near Kansas, MO
MECHANICAL PRACTICE LEAD - PRIVATE INFRASTRUCTURE Location: Kansas City, MO Salary: $145,000 - $180,000 (DOE) Experience: 15 years of experience OVERVIEW
We are currently in search of a Mechanical National Practice Leader to oversee our teams specializing in private infrastructure mechanical engineering and design. This position will primarily focus on the industrial, rail, chemical, mid-stream, mining, utility, heavy commercial, and institutional sectors. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in leading team operations and a solid technical background in greenfield projects, as well as modernization, debottlenecking, and renovations for mechanical process systems within these sectors. Key qualifications include a thorough understanding and expertise in building systems, power piping, process systems, stress analysis, fluid flow analysis, PFD & P&IDs, excellent communication skills, well-developed organizational abilities, and a collaborative mindset to effectively support the Company's objectives. QUALFICIATIONS
15 years of experience
Professional Engineer in Missouri or ability to attain
Significant management experience: Managing project pursuits, preparing proposals and working with marketing staff
Codes ASME ASHRAE National Fire Protection Association Piping codes, B31.1, B31.3 International Plumbing Code Software Microsoft Office software Power Point MS Project, or equivalent Stress analysis software Fluid flow analysis and process system analysis RESPONSBILITIES
Supports strategic objectives, processes, and tools of the organization.
Maintains transparency and communicates effectively with relevant stakeholders internally.
Holds accountability for achieving key performance indicators (KPIs) including:
Utilization
Payroll Multiplier
Sales, bookings, and backlog for resource planning
Net multiplier at the task level
Variance at the practice/task level
Cash Management (AR & WIP) for Project Managers (PMs)
People development, mentoring, and training
Recruitment and retention
Ensures mentoring, training, and development of project teams across all levels.
Meets goals related to intentional staffing planning, recruitment, and retention.
Mentors, collaborates with, and oversees regional and practice leads as well as project managers supporting the sector.
Ensures additional goals related to company programs and teams are achieved within their practice area:
Profitability of assets
Compliance with safety programs and processes
Adherence to quality management programs and processes
Establishes and nurtures strong internal and external relationships to enhance presence within the practice area and across market sectors.
Supports client account management (CAM) team and utilizes necessary support to foster strong relationships.
Collaborates with marketing team as needed.
Records and maintains relevant data using Vantagepoint, including project opportunity lists and marketing campaigns.
Collaborates with sector leads on sales and growth opportunities within the practice area.
Participates in pursuit life cycle process to pursue and win work.
Identifies, assesses, and manages risks in collaboration with sector leads and project teams.
Engages in professional organizations and industry events to support practice area growth.
Tracks and communicates client/industry trends in work types, funding, priorities, and sector future direction.
Promotes and markets all technical offerings of the organization.
Ensures the organization's best interests are prioritized when pursuing work.
Travel may be required, potentially international to Canada and Mexico.
Adheres to the organization's flexible work policy.
Assists in developing work breakdown structures, forecasting work loading, project estimating, identifying scope, and developing schedules.
Demonstrates a working knowledge of scheduling tools.
Prepares for registration in additional states as needed based on customer base.
Demonstrates a commitment to actively participating in the company culture.