MECHANICAL/ ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT MANAGER
OVERVIEW
The Mechanical / Electrical Engineering Department Manager is responsible for operations and direction of the
Mechanical / Electrical Engineering Department and personnel within the Department. He/she reports directly to the Chief Operations Officer. This role requires solid leadership and technical competencies.
RESPONSIBILITIES
The Mechanical / Electrical Engineering Department Manager is responsible for efficient production of
Mechanical / Electrical Engineering projects in accordance with client expectations, company financial objectives, and current engineering knowledge and practices of both disciplines. The position is slanted toward the Electrical Engineering practice and the candidate must be capable of leading, designing, and stamping
Electrical building systems projects. The expectation is for the candidate to be at least 60% billable to Electrical
Design or Energy Management projects. The purpose of this position is to not only provide professional, technical day-to-day support, guidance and input to the Mechanical / Electrical Engineering Department, but to coach, grow, & develop people in the department. The Manager must be organized and able to see the larger picture. He/she needs to be a work collaboratively with other departments in the firm and play an integral role in marketing the department. He/she must also be knowledgeable and supportive of working in Revit MEP.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
A.
Develop and maintain programs to ensure that the department is up to date with engineering knowledge and practices, such as changes in codes and ordinances, which affect department activities.
B.
Function as the electrical project manager and/or electrical project engineer; responsible for design, planning, organizing and directing the activities of EE for FourFront projects at least 60% of the time.
C.
Ensure quality, accuracy and completeness of work.
D.
Coordinate with Project Managers to determine scope, complexity, planning and scheduling requirements of projects; assign personnel to provide technical support and determine personnel needed with most appropriate individual qualifications.
E.
Collaborate with Project Managers in the development of man-hour budgets and schedules.
F.
Review and recommend contract changes and gain client approval of improved contracts.
G.
Provide necessary coordination to ensure that the total effort for all projects is performed with excellence. Be available to staff for technical and/or professional consultations.
H.
Develop and implement techniques for improving project procedures and documentation and quality of end product.
I.
Develop substantial repeat or follow-up business with each client; maintain excellent relations with each client.
J.
Recruit and grow the MEP staff as necessary to provide design capacity for the growing MEP
Department.
FIRM MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES
1.
Hiring, evaluation, assistance, coaching and training, plus semiannual performance reviews and annual salary recommendation of each staff member. Termination when necessary.
2.
Guide and supervise staff to ensure conformity with firm’s goals and policies.
RAPID CITY, SD | LAKEWOOD, CO
517 seventh street rapid city, sd 57701 p 605.342.9470 f 605.342.2377 www.4front.biz

3.
Review staff members’ professional and personal goals, coordinate same with the firm’s goals, and guide their involvement within department, along with continuing education opportunities, toward attaining the goals.
4.
Participate in management meetings and thereby assist Management in designing, implementation and monitoring policies, progress and procedures for firm’s affairs.
5.
Approve staff members’ time and expense reports and other allowable expenses.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Maintain and expand management and professional capabilities through involvement in the field, search of available documentation, membership and participation in related professional organizations, pursuance of appropriate continuing education opportunities and professional writing and speaking.
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical and / or Electrical Engineering or related field; Registered Professional
Engineer; 10+ years’ engineering experience; 5+ years’ experience as Project Manager or equivalent; 2+ years of leadership experience; thorough expertise in the field of Engineering and working knowledge of applied design disciplines; good communications/presentation skills. Successful performance of the role also requires consistent focus on meeting/exceeding both company financial objectives and client expectations.
Why Work for FourFront Design, Inc?
FourFront Design, Inc. is a professional design firm consisting of architects, interior designers, civil engineers, mechanical engineers, electrical engineers, landscape architects, and other professionals who are dedicated to expertise-driven design. We are passionate about our work, inspired by our clients, and committed to shaping a better world through sustainable design. FourFront Design, Inc. offers competitive compensation and benefits, including health, life, disability, 401K with employer contribution, generous paid time off benefits, and professional development opportunities.
To Apply:
Send resume to careers@4front.biz
, or mail to:
Human Resources Director
FourFront Design, Inc.
517 Seventh Street
Rapid City, SD 57701
RAPID CITY, SD | LAKEWOOD, CO
517 seventh street rapid city, sd 57701 p 605.342.9470 f 605.342.2377 www.4front.biz