Design Division Director

DLB Associates

Design Division Director providing strategic leadership in DLB's engineering and consulting firm. Overseeing operations, driving excellence, and collaborating with leadership for mission-critical projects.

Posted 7/21/2026full-timeRemote • California, Colorado, District of Columbia, Illinois, New York, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $160,000 - $230,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strategic leadership in engineering and construction, with a focus on operational excellence, organizational strategy, and high-performing team development. Proficient in budget development, financial planning, and cross-functional collaboration to drive business objectives.

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Strategic PlanningOrganizational LeadershipBudget DevelopmentChange ManagementStakeholder Management

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Hard Skills

Engineering DegreeFinancial PlanningData AnalyticsPerformance MetricsOperational PoliciesResource ForecastingCapital PlanningBusiness DevelopmentSuccession PlanningOperational Excellence

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsNegotiation SkillsPresentation SkillsOrganizational SkillsCollaboration Skills

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteBusiness Technology PlatformsEngineering Technology Ecosystems

Industry Keywords

ConstructionEngineeringOperational InitiativesClient RelationshipsChange Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide strategic leadership for a Division within DLB's Design Department
Oversee multiple engineering disciplines, leadership teams, client programs, and operational initiatives
Establish the Division's long-term vision and drive operational excellence
Develop organizational strategy and ensure successful execution of business objectives
Collaborate with Executive Directors, Directors, Associate Directors, and peer Division Directors
Lead change management initiatives and foster a high-performing, collaborative culture

Requirements

What you’ll need

B.A. / B.S. degree in engineering, construction or related discipline
Minimum of 15 years of industry related experience
Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a leadership or management level position, with a demonstrated record of people leadership in previous roles
Strategic planning, organizational leadership, and divisional operations
Budget development, financial planning, resource forecasting, and capital planning
Building and maintaining executive-level client relationships and driving business development initiatives
Leading organizational change and developing high-performing teams
Cross-functional collaboration and influencing decisions across multiple business units
Developing operational policies, procedures, and continuous improvement initiatives
Strategic decision-making using data analytics, forecasting, and performance metrics
Strong communication, presentation, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
Ability to establish divisional objectives, staffing strategies, succession plans, and long-range operational goals
Experience utilizing business technology platforms, Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams), and engineering technology ecosystems to support operational excellence
Ability to analyze complex business challenges, develop strategic solutions, and execute organizational initiatives
Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to work successfully in a remote environment through effective communication, self-motivation, proactiveness, and strong organizational skills
Ability to communicate effectively with executive leadership, employees, clients, and external stakeholders
Ability to effectively plan, prioritize, and delegate work across multiple teams and leadership levels
Ability to follow company and site safety requirements.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Choice of comprehensive medical plans (including two PPO-style plans and a HDHP w/ HSA option)
Flex spending accounts (FSA)
Dental and vision plans
Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits extended to spouse / domestic partner and dependent children up to age 26
401k with company match and self-directed brokerage account option
PTO including additional paid time off during the last week of the year
Company paid life insurance coverage for employees and their eligible dependents
Short and long-term disability, AD&D coverage
Professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement and professional licensing assistance
Paid parental leave after one year of employment