MEP Mechanical Department Head

Are you an MEP engineer who's passionate about people and sustainability in the built environment? Our client is a boutique, people-focused MEP consulting firm in Washington, DC, and Baltimore, MD. They are seeking a leader for their Mechanical Engineering Department who will come in as a technical and cultural addition to their close-knit (and growing) team.

They specialize in sustainable, community-driven commercial, educational, multi-family, and civic projects that start with people in mind first. As a Department Head, you'll be key in setting technical direction, managing complex projects, mentoring and developing staff & improving deliverables, and cultivating a positive, inclusive culture. With a flexible hybrid work schedule that promotes a healthy work-life balance, they offer the perfect environment for both professional and personal growth.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

Technical

• Offer subject matter expertise in technical engineering and share knowledge with team members
• Develop solutions to challenging MEP issues with integrated A/E project design teams
• Cultivate meaningful relationships with vendors, manufacturers, manufacturing representatives, etc., to help promote practice growth
• Lead and manage CA phase of projects

Leadership

• Participate in weekly project staffing meetings as well as long-term staffing planning meetings, making day-to-day adjustments as needed
• Offer direction and guidance to team regarding development of detailed project tasks and plans
• Invest time and commitment to assist in the growth and development of team members

Quality and Organizational Management

• Provide Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) review of project drawings and specifications for coordination issues, constructability, budgetary compliance, and code compliance (own work and others)
• Act as the final stamp of approval for technical documentation for projects
• Ensure deliverables meet company standards as well as client expectations

Project/Client Management

• Coordinate project expectations with client and external project participants, and resolve discrepancies and conflicts as they arise
• Effectively manage projects of significant size and scope
• Coordinate with the client and the entire design team, including owners, architects, contractors, and internal team to ensure a fully coordinated design

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent) from an accredited university
• Minimum 10 years of progressively responsible experience in all phases of services in MEP design and management
• Licensed Professional Engineer required
• Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, and other relevant discipline-specific software

Benefits

Our client's benefits reflect their inclusive values and are designed to ensure that all of their people lead happy, healthy, and balanced lives. They offer a robust benefits package including but not limited to:

• 100% employee medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Retirement fund with guaranteed employer contributions.
• Flexible Hybrid Work Options With Dual Workspace Setup.
• Robust Professional Development Support.
• Competitive Paid Time Off & Paid Company Holidays.
• On-Demand External Career Coach.

Equal Opportunity Employer

At this firm, they don't just accept difference - they celebrate, support, and thrive because of it. They are a proud equal opportunity employer. Employment is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. This firm does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, or related condition (including breastfeeding), or any other basis protected by law.