DS - Windward - Philadelphia - Mechanical Engineer

Client is a Native-American owned multi-disciplinary engineering and consulting firm grounded in context, driven by client goals, and leading with experience. We exist for one primary purpose to help our clients achieve their objectives. For over 60 years, Client has strived to make the places where people work, shop, learn, heal, and serve work better.

We are in search of an organized and enthusiastic Project Manager to join our MEP Engineering team. This individual will manage multiple projects of varying size and scope, expand current client engagements, and encourage the expansion of service offerings by other Client teams. A college degree and professional experience in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering, as it relates to building design/architecture, is required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Must have strong technical skills as well as the ability to interface with clients
• Consult with client to determine project scope, requirements and timeline
• Generate work plans, fee proposals and project schedules in response to clients request
• Develop and execute contracts between Client, its outside consultants and the client for services requested
• Establish both quantitative and qualitative goals and objectives for each project
• Finalize, communicate and monitor project scope, schedules, work plans and budgets to the team as detailed in the agreement
• Lead and coordinate the project teams work effort and foster a collaborative work environment
• Provide direction, technical advice and guidance for the development of the project including the construction documents, coordination with consultants and the timely delivery of services
• Review the documents for appropriateness, accuracy and adherence to client expectations, Client standards, building codes, and ADA recommendations
• Routinely monitor project financial reporting data including AR reporting, discuss problem resolutions as appropriate with Studio Director and take corrective action as agreed upon
• Enhance the work and careers of Client teammates through continuous training, support and mentoring. Participate in professional development reviews and encourage lessons learned discussions
• Effectively manage team members to maintain positive interactions, while ensuring the highest product quality and meeting client expectations within the approved fee, project budget and project schedule
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with teammates, internal and external consultants, contractors and approval agencies
• Develop, maintain and grow relationships with existing clients and pro-actively identify new and/or additional opportunities as they arise
• Meet with teams periodically to review all project matters and provide recommendations for corrective actions and/or future adjustments to processes as appropriate.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree in Engineering (Mechanical or Electrical strongly preferred)
• Revit skills are required
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred
• Must be able to work on-site/in-person (approx. 2 days each week)
• 8 years of relevant industry experience with 8 years prior experience as a project manager on a range of project types
• Hands-on experience in every phase of the engineering process from programming through project close-out
• Thorough understanding of engineering, drawing development, contract documentation and construction process including a working knowledge of building codes and regulations
• Proven ability to develop, maintain and be accountable for project fees and schedules
• Strong internal and external relationship management skills including ability to maintain and grow existing client relationships
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in basic computer skills including MS Office Suite is required
• Working knowledge of Deltek Vision is desirable
• LEED AP certification is a plus