Plumbing Leader

ReqID: SAN0000WN

Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world. At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective – in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas. You will have the opportunity do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve.

Our San Francisco office is looking to add a Plumbing Leader to our multi-disciplinary buildings engineering team. In this leadership role we are looking for a candidate who can manage multidisciplinary projects, lead delivery of high-quality work, build strong client relationships, and actively in develop and mentor our engineers. We also anticipate this person will provide internal leadership within our Plumbing team.

You should have extensive design experience with plumbing systems in buildings including sustainable, low carbon, innovative approaches demonstrated on projects. Base skills to include expertise in domestic cold-water system, water treatment, domestic hot water systems, sanitary drainage and vent systems, storm drainage systems, pumping systems, natural gas distribution systems, special fire suppression systems (gaseous, water mist), acid waste and vent systems and specialty lab gas systems.

Responsibilities of this role will include, but not be limited to the following:

• Providing leadership to the plumbing team, including building a climate of quality, trust and openness.

• Leading plumbing engineering design on projects including fulfillment of responsible charge responsibilities.

• Providing multi-disciplinary leadership for project team, collaborating with clients to represent all disciplines of the firm.

• Delivering high-quality engineering work to achieve internal project goals (profit, etc.)

• Developing/maintaining excellent client relationships

• Leading and supervising staff on a variety of projects, including healthcare but additionally in rail, aviation, commercial, science and industry, including decarbonization efforts

• Attending client facing and OAC (Owner, Architect, Contractor) meetings

• Participating in local Professional Associations including ASPE

• Participating in project pursuits, including reviewing and preparing proposals or scoping documents

• Fostering a culture of innovation, technical excellence and inclusiveness

• Coaching and assisting in skill development of individuals

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Architectural Engineering

• 10 years or more of proven experience designing building HVAC systems, including airside and hydronic system components

• Professional US Engineering License or equivalent US Certified accreditation for plumbing discipline.

• Experience leading project teams on medium to large scale projects

• The ability to prioritize effectively, balance assigned work, and organize within our constantly evolving work environment

• Experience with 3D BIM / CAD software such AutoCAD MEP or Revit MEP or at a minimum be proficient in mapping out the BIM process from a multi-disciplinary standpoint

• Familiarity with the importance of clash detection, multi-disciplinary planning and assessing the quality of a model by using tools such as Navisworks or BIM 360

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills essential for team-based working

• Presentation skills with colleagues and clients of all levels

Notable Projects

For over seven decades Arup has been at the forefront of the most ambitious and innovative design and engineering. From concert halls to national stadiums, renewable energy to driverless cars, we continue to add to that history every day. Some of our projects include:

• Multiple Healthcare projects in the Bay Areas for clients such as Kaiser, and UCSF

• Large-scale headquarters buildings for global clients within the technology and retail sector

• Aviation projects at San Francisco International Airport and others

Hiring Range : The good faith base salary hiring range for this job performed in San Francisco is $147,0000 to $186,000. Benefits are not included in the base salary range. Summary of benefits are included in this posting with details provided to applicants at the time of interview. Please note hiring ranges for candidates performing work outside of California will differ.

Benefits that Work - At Arup, we have a comprehensive and valuable benefits program that works for our employees and their families while keeping costs low. These benefits provide health and welfare security for you as well as paid time off for rest and renewal. Our Global Profit Share Plan (paid bi-annually) provides an opportunity for you to share in the success of the Firm. As a valued employee of Arup, you can also choose to participate in our 401(k) plan with up to 10% company match to help you save for your future.

Flexible Working - We believe that flexible arrangements create a more inclusive way of working that supports our diversity and the wellbeing of our people. Options for alternative schedules and the ability to work outside of the office for a portion of your workweek are available.

Arup is an equal opportunity employerand all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, spouse of protected veteran, or disability.

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