Business Unit Manager

Wunderlich-Malec Careers•Atlanta, GA

About The Position

Wunderlich-Malec Engineering (WM) is a 100% employee-owned ESOP and one of the largest and most well-established engineering companies in the United States. When you join WM you become part of a company that is: 100% employee-owned with 40+ years of industry history ENR (Engineering News Record) Top 500 firm Rated as a top System Integrator Giant Wunderlich-Malec is expanding and we’re looking for a hands-on technical and operations leader for our Business Unit Manager opportunity in Atlanta, GA. This person will grow our Atlanta presence from its infancy into a thriving, profitable business unit. If you are an entrepreneurial leader who thrives on building teams, delivering technical excellence, and watching a business grow under your leadership — this role is for you. The Business Unit Manager will provide strategic leadership and operational oversight opportunity including financial performance, business development, and team management. Drive profitability, growth, and long-term sustainability by fostering a high-performance culture, ensuring operational excellence, and aligning with corporate objectives. Serve as a Principal Project Manager when required, leading complex, multi-disciplinary projects and programs. Essential Duties and Responsibilities The following responsibilities are essential to the satisfactory performance of this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made as needed. Non-essential functions are assumed to be included under “other related duties as assigned.”

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering is preferred
Business or other technical degrees with equivalent experience may be considered
Minimum ten years’ experience in project or operations management within an engineering-centric organization
Experience as an automation engineer with hardware and software design of control systems across multiple industries preferred
Strong leadership and client relationship skills required
Valid driver’s license and international passport (or ability to obtain quickly)
Willingness to travel (average 25%), including weekends and evenings as required

Nice To Haves

Experience in Life Sciences, Data Center, Semiconductor, High Tech Manufacturing, or Utilities preferred
Background in business administration, business development, and sales is highly desirable

Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Planning Develop and execute annual strategic plans with defined 1-, 3-, and 5-year objectives and goals Create and nurture an organizational culture that supports the business unit strategy and values Collaborate with other business units to support the growth of WM, including resource sharing for cross-unit projects Interpret and enforce company policies and procedures within the business unit Ensure business unit budgets, business plans, and strategic goals are met
Financial Oversite & Reporting Responsible for the BU’s profit and loss performance Oversee all financial aspects of the BU, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost control Track and report BU financial status, backlog, opportunities, and key metrics to the Regional Vice President Support the Corporate Project Accountant (PA) and Chief Financial Officer (CFO) by adhering to timely and effective business process requirements
Sales & Business Development Lead all sales and business development activities for Georgia, and associated national accounts Responsible for all BU cost estimates and proposal approvals prior to client delivery Guide clients in project decisions to ensure optimal business solutions Utilize Salesforce for account, project, proposal, and client management
Project & Resource Management Assign work and allocate resources to meet overall project deadlines Evaluate project progress, suggest changes, and approve proposals generated by others Maintain and utilize work forecasting tools Support Project Managers (PMs) with purchasing, invoicing, and accounts receivable tracking Represent the client as an Owner’s Project Manager (OPM) when needed, managing third parties on behalf of the client Work weekends, holidays, nightshift, and extended hours to meet deadlines and commissioning requirements as needed
Principal Project Manager Responsibilities Lead and provide direction for small to large, high-complexity, multi-disciplinary projects and programs Manage and oversee the end-to-end project lifecycle, ensuring successful delivery Develop project concepts and detailed execution plans Build and lead high-performing teams to meet project goals and objectives Maintain regular contact with clients and report on project progress and accomplishments Manage vendor and client relationships to ensure service expectations are met Coordinate with all required functions and groups to effectively plan and execute projects
Talent Management & Development Manage BU employee owners including project managers, schedulers, cost managers, engineers, technicians, sales representatives, and administrative support Develop and implement hiring and retention strategies Make decisions on hiring, termination, promotion, and compensation Conduct annual performance reviews for each BU employee owner Oversee employee development, including technical skills, performance, and career growth planning
Cross-Functional Collaboration Partner with corporate teams on national initiatives and policy implementation Serve in multiple roles as needed, including business development, sales, project management, operations, controls engineering, technical consulting, and customer account management
Vendor & Partner Relations Manage relationships with vendors, general contractors, contract partners, A&E firms, and professional associations Review, edit, and manage customer agreements and contracts in collaboration with the WM Legal Team
Facilities & Logistics Oversee logistics for the Atlanta office, including leases, infrastructure, custodial services, security, and lunchroom operations
Safety & Compliance Support implementation of BU and national safety programs Ensure compliance with Quality Management Systems and support internal and external audits Stay informed of and comply with policies outlined in the Employee Handbook