Associate Principal Mechanical Engineer

McKinstry•Denver, PA
•$130,320 - $224,400

About The Position

McKinstry is seeking an Associate Mechanical Principal to join its Engineering and Design team in Denver, Colorado. This role is a key member of the leadership team, representing the department professionally and engaging with customers to understand their long-term needs and plans and to make a compelling case for selecting McKinstry. McKinstry engineers combine innovative problem solving with practical design applications. Through the company’s design, build, operate, and maintain process, engineers consider how buildings will function over their entire lifetimes. Design decisions aim to deliver high-performance buildings that support occupant comfort and safety, keep energy and operating costs low, maximize client profitability, and protect the environment. The responsibilities are divided approximately as follows: 40% business development and project sales support, 40% delivery of large or complex projects, 10% coaching and developing direct reports, and 10% industry engagement.

Requirements

  • Sixteen years of industry experience, with proven team leadership and project management experience.
  • Professional Engineering license, or ability to achieve reciprocity within 90 days of hire; preferably in Colorado or Utah.
  • Demonstrated public speaking experience and ability to communicate complex ideas internally and externally.
  • Experience building credibility and positively influencing senior stakeholders while representing an organization in high-level engagements.
  • Seven to ten years of team leadership experience.
  • Seven to ten years of project management experience.
  • Exceptional strategic thinking skills.

Responsibilities

  • Lead delivery of complex projects for specific offerings, verticals, or clients.
  • Lead development of best-in-class design delivery with internal and external partners.
  • Act as an internal thought leader and subject matter expert, and represent McKinstry as a respected name in the industry.
  • Lead strategic Engineering and Design group initiatives.
  • Engage in all aspects of business development and sales.
  • Develop and build strong customer relationships.
  • Build and execute appropriate sales and proposal strategies.
  • Organize and lead interviews for mid-level positions to support recruiting.
  • Coach and develop direct reports.
  • Engage with the industry.

Benefits

  • Competitive pay.
  • 401(k) with employer match and profit-sharing plan.
  • Paid time off and holidays.
  • Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage, with low- or zero-deductible options and low out-of-pocket maximums.
  • Family formation benefits, including adoption and IVF assistance.
  • Up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave.
  • Transgender-inclusive benefits.
  • Commuter benefits.
  • Pet insurance.
  • Paid community service time through “Building Good.”
  • Learning and advancement opportunities through McKinstry University.
  • Onsite gyms through McKinstry Moves or reimbursement for remote workers.
  • A bonus may be provided as part of the compensation package.
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