Director - Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing / Fire Protection

OverviewDirector - Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing / Fire Protection at Popli Design Group (PDG).This candidate will have the responsibility for overseeing all aspects of the Department, including Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, and Fire Protection. The Director will actively drive the Business Development efforts and promote the growth of the Department. Participation in weekly and long-term Department meetings is expected. It is crucial for the Director to have a comprehensive understanding of the Department's SWOT (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats) and to ensure the regular completion of essential divisional business tasks, such as managing the backlog and monthly billings. Responsibilities Oversee all aspects of the Department (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, and Fire Protection). Drive Business Development efforts and promote department growth. Participate in weekly and long-term department meetings. Understand and manage the Department SWOT analysis. Manage the division backlog and monthly billings. Engage with team leaders and the VP of Business Development and Strategy to ensure accountability for responsibilities. Expectations The Director’s primary role is to foster growth of the division, both internally and with external clients, through direct engagement and collaboration with consultants. Build and maintain relationships with key industry leaders to drive business opportunities. Forecast and identify when the division requires additional support. Roles and responsibilities may vary over time; flexibility and adaptability are essential. Financials Support the VP of Building Design Services (BDS) in developing the Department budget. Maintain the Department backlog and recommend corrective actions. Review, develop, and recommend corrections to utilization. Support the VP of BDS in developing financial targets. Identify issues with financial targets and recommend corrective actions. Hold staff accountable for timesheet submission. Ensure divisional billing reports are completed and returned; hold staff accountable if necessary. Review Project Manager timesheets for the division. Standards Support the development & implementation of a BDS standard. Support the development & implementation of a QA/QC process. Support the development & implementation of Mechanical, Plumbing and Fire Protection Design Standards. Strategic Plan / Business Development Work with the VP of BDS to develop and maintain a strategic plan with 1, 5, and 10-year goals. Work with Team Leaders to achieve the strategic plan goals. Strengthen local and regional relationships with owner clients and consultant clients. Identify strategic clients/projects to pursue. Attend local and state events beneficial to the growth of PDG; attend tradeshows as necessary. Prepare, in conjunction with the marketing group, proposals. Staff Needs / Accountability Host bi-monthly division meetings. Hold Team Leaders and Staff accountable. Deliver end-of-year salary performance and incentive compensation to team leaders and team members. Perform annual reviews of Team Leaders and set annual professional goals; mentor Team Leaders. Foster synergy between divisional offices and team leaders. Be available for major project-related issues and major staff issues (personnel disputes, scheduling, utilization, etc.). Make regular visits to remote offices where departmental staff are housed. Manage departmental training requirements and relay development needs to the VP of BDS. Maintain departmental long-term staffing needs; assist HR with departmental recruiting (resume review, interviews, offers, onboarding, etc.). Requirements Preferred Education, Certification & Experience BS in Mechanical or Electrical engineering. Licensed Professional Engineer (Required). 15+ years of Mechanical or Electrical engineering experience. Software Knowledge Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). AutoDesk (Revit & AutoCAD). Estimating Software (CostWorks). Specification writing software (SpecBuilder and Masterworks). Core Competencies Credibility Collaboration skills Communication Proficiency – Verbal and Written Flexibility Self-motivated About Popli Design Group (PDG) PDG is a well-established multi-disciplinary architecture and engineering firm that has been serving clients since 1982. With four decades of experience, we are a full-service organization with seven office locations in New York State. Our portfolio includes diverse projects and a trusted reputation among our clients. Popli Design Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetics, disability or protected veteran status, and any other basis protected by applicable local, state, or federal law or Executive Orders. Good faith salary range is provided, and salary package will be commensurate with experience. Salary Description: $170,000 - $200,000 Additional Employment type: Full-time. Seniority level: Director. Job function: Other. Industries: Design. #J-18808-Ljbffr