Director, MEP Engineering Operations at Bala Consulting Engineers managing client relationships and expanding practice groups. Leading in Baltimore, MD with a focus on collaboration and project management practices.
Responsibilities
Responsible for expanding all the engineering practice groups in the Baltimore, MD region while collaborating with the office senior staff members and other leaders across the enterprise.
Further Bala’s exposure/reputation in the market, helping to expand the size and capabilities of the group, and will also share in the responsibility for top and bottom-line results.
Provide leadership in a manner which will continue to ensure a cohesive and collaborative environment, while promoting Bala’s culture in the Baltimore area office, located in Nottingham, MD.
Develop and manage client relationships, ensuring that Bala is providing best-in-class service, and driving established project management practices in a way that ensures project profitability.
Work with the Director of Business Development to focus on direct sales efforts, including developing and maintaining client relationships, and delivering new projects and opportunities.
Collaborate with the operations and business development leads of the other offices, sharing knowledge and resources, and cultivating and closing new business.
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.
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
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