Director of Mechanical Engineering (MEP)
Work Location: Rockville, MD 20850
Employment Type: Full-time regular
About This Opportunity
Through a constructive and energetic style, guided by the objectives of the company, the Director of MEP will develop this new service line for the built environment and will provide the leadership, management and vision necessary to ensure that the MEP group in the Washington, DC office executes operational management, controls business development strategy to effectively grow the practice, consult on major, complex and non-standard projects, establish and maintain key clients and provide technical support in solving problems for existing buildings and facilities related to mechanical, plumbing, and electrical systems. The MEP group services may include system analysis, energy auditing and modeling, trouble shooting, maintenance planning, design and retrofitting, retro-commissioning, commissioning, and forensics related services.
Successful candidates for this opportunity will have an entrepreneurial spirit, extensive management experience, competency in evaluation of and managing mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems projects that are large and complex in nature. As you work alongside Walker's staff, you will be able to grow in your career, make an impact on the projects you work on and exercise your expertise.
Responsibilities
- Achieve annual MEP revenue and profit goals.
- Grow, develop and manage MEP staff.
- Participate in advisory meetings and assist staff as needed to excel the business.
- Maintain key clients.
- Generate project leads and follow-up on leads.
- Prepare proposals and negotiate additional services.
- Manage and monitor the progress of projects and budgets.
- Provide excellent technical support to clients.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications and Competencies
Education Requirements:
- Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in mechanical engineering or similar.
Other Requirements:
- Registered Professional Engineer in which offices/projects are located.
- 10-20 years of MEP consulting services, which may include Forensics (expert witness/litigation support) and/or commissioning/retro-commissioning experience.
- Experience managing staff and projects, selling the business and promoting MEP practices.
- A desire to become an owner through Walker’s Employee Stock-Purchase Program. We are proudly 100% employee-owned.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Willingness to travel.
- Preferred Skills and Experience:
- Master’s degree.
Who We Are
Walker offers various comprehensive services spanning structural integrity and building performance, encompassing forensic investigations, building envelope analysis, and restoration. Our forensic specialists excel in pinpointing the underlying causes of intricate issues, be it structural complexities, architectural hurdles, or building envelope uncertainties. Leveraging thorough investigations, meticulous assessments, and advanced analyses, we deliver enduring solutions.
The building envelope's significance transcends protection; it profoundly influences energy efficiency, occupant comfort, and aesthetic allure. Our building envelope experts ensure continuity, durability, and performance, maintaining project integrity from inception to a structure's lengthy service life. With a broad geographic footprint across the United States, Walker's extensive presence allows swift responses to local demands while harnessing the proficiency of our adept designers and practitioners.
Walker Consultants is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). We invite all qualified applicants to apply and do not discriminate against individuals because of their race, color, religion, national origin, gender, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or age.
