Division Associate Director

DLB Associates

Division Associate Director providing strategic leadership in engineering and consulting at DLB Associates. Overseeing operational initiatives in the Design Department, ensuring growth and client satisfaction.

Posted 7/29/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $160,000 - $230,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strategic leadership in engineering and construction, with a focus on operational excellence, resource planning, and client relationship management. Proven ability to drive business development and digital transformation initiatives while fostering a high-performance culture.

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Strategic LeadershipClient Relationship ManagementResource ForecastingOperational PlanningCross-Functional Collaboration

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Hard Skills

Budget ManagementOperational MetricsPerformance ManagementOrganizational PlanningChange Management

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationCoaching and MentoringStakeholder ManagementOrganizational SkillsSelf-Motivation

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteBusiness Technology Platforms

Industry Keywords

EngineeringConstructionData CenterMEP ConsultingOperational Excellence

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 supporting mission critical and data center projects
Establish the Division's long-term vision, driving operational excellence, developing organizational strategy, and ensuring successful execution of business objectives
Accountable for divisional performance, organizational growth, staffing strategy, client relationship management, and resource planning
Work collaboratively with Executive Directors, Directors, Associate Directors, and peer Division Directors to establish standards, develop policies, implement strategic initiatives, and strengthen collaboration across the Design Department
Execute divisional priorities and strategic initiatives established by the Division Director
Monitor divisional performance metrics and provide reporting, recommendations, and operational insights
Support organizational growth through resource forecasting, staffing coordination, and workload planning
Assist Division Director with change management initiatives and cultivate a high-performance culture
Serve as senior relationship owner for strategic and major clients
Drive business development strategy and market positioning within the data center and MEP consulting sectors
Champion technology strategy and digital transformation initiatives within the division
Ensure alignment of technology investments with divisional goals.

Requirements

What you’ll need

B.A. / B.S. degree in engineering, construction or related discipline OR 2 years of additional experience in related field in lieu of degree
Minimum of 10 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
Operational leadership across multiple engineering teams or client programs
Resource forecasting, staffing coordination, and workload management
Budget management and operational planning
Client relationship management and program oversight
Strategic execution and organizational planning
Leading organizational initiatives and continuous improvement efforts
Cross-functional collaboration across multiple business units
Performance management, coaching, mentoring, and leadership development
Strong communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills
Experience utilizing operational metrics and reporting to support decision making
Experience utilizing Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams) and business technology platforms
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