Bala Consulting Engineers

Director, MEP Engineering Operations

Bala Consulting Engineers

full-time

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Location Type: Office

Location: Baltimore • Maryland • United States

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Salary

💰 $165,000 - $205,000 per year

Job Level

Lead

About the role

  • Develop short and long-term strategic plans as well as annual operating budgets and share ownership of performance against those plans.
  • Contribute to meeting or exceeding specific revenue and profit goals and company objectives.
  • Define/refine operational KPIs that drive bottom line growth; drive accountability of performance against metrics.
  • Develop/retain relationships with clients by gaining an understanding of clients’ business models to provide them with tailored solutions.
  • Provide strategic input to the leadership team. Collaborate with Managing Partners, sharing knowledge, tools, and resources to cross-sell services and products.
  • Work closely with Director of Business Development, supporting direct sales efforts including proposal generation, closing new projects, contract negotiations, and developing and maintaining client relationships.
  • Establish goals and objectives and prepare long term forecasts in collaboration with Marketing and Business Development.
  • Build and support a highly engaged and collaborative work environment. Assist in building out the design team by recruiting and retaining qualified technical production and project management staff.
  • Identify high performing staff members and provide career path and advancement plans.
  • Maintain clear communications with staff concerning operational practices, goals and objectives, performance, and enterprise awareness.

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering is required, as is a Professional Engineering License (“PE”)
  • 15+ years of experience in the industry is required with a proven track record in both project management and design.
  • Experience in one or more of the following would be ideal: Commercial Development, Multifamily, Life Sciences, Public or Private Education, and Corporate facilities.
  • Highly technical engineering skills with a deep understanding of the field combined with sound business and financial acumen.
  • Proven ability to build strong client relationships, quickly establish rapport, and gain an understanding of the client's unique challenges.
  • Ability to influence and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels.
  • Broad experience in developing and managing high performance teams – a history of positive employee relations combined with an ability to interact in a positive manner with the entire workforce and all levels of management.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to evaluate talent, identify needs, and hire technically proficient staff.
  • Ability to create an enriched work environment, motivating staff to reach their highest potential.
  • Superior written and verbal communication, listening, and project management skills with ability to adapt, multi-task, and manage multiple priorities.
Benefits
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance package
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • Employer Paid Life Insurance
  • Up to (5) weeks of PTO based on years of experience and (8) paid holidays
  • 8 hours of Volunteer Time Off
  • Tuition and Licensure Reimbursement
  • Federal Student Loan Assistance including match up to $5,250 per year
  • Section 529 Plan (College Saving Plan)
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Full-time onsite roles qualify for one day remote work
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills & Tools
project managementdesignoperational KPIsfinancial acumenclient relationship managementproposal generationcontract negotiationsstaff recruitmentperformance metricslong-term forecasting
Soft Skills
collaborationinfluenceorganizational skillsemployee relationscommunicationmotivationrapport buildingteam managementadaptabilitymulti-tasking
Certifications
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical EngineeringBachelor's degree in Electrical EngineeringProfessional Engineering License (PE)