Director of Mechanical

Design West Engineering•San Bernardino, CA

1d•$160,000 - $200,000•Onsite

About The Position

Assumes primary responsibility for overseeing the design of mechanical systems, including HVAC, and plumbing, for large-scale projects in education, civic, infrastructure, and sustainable energy sectors. Utilizes advanced tools such as Energy Pro, Trace 700, and other similar programs to conduct energy and sustainability analyses, ensuring compliance with NetZero and LEED standards. Leads the development of firm-wide mechanical design standards, incorporating cutting-edge technologies and code updates (Mechanical, Plumbing Codes). Prepares budgets and fee proposals for complex projects, ensuring financial accuracy and alignment with client expectations. Provides mentorship and technical training to a team of 4-6 engineers and designers, fostering expertise in MEP systems and project delivery. Oversees Project Managers to ensure timely completion of mechanical projects within budgetary and quality constraints, performing rigorous QA/QC reviews to maintain code compliance and design integrity. Drives business development by leading client proposals and securing new project opportunities, collaborating with stakeholders to expand the firm's portfolio. Conducts research to integrate innovative mechanical solutions, enhancing project efficiency and sustainability. Will supervise employees, specifically provide training and development of the skills for the employees assigned to the team - does not have the ability to hire or fire. The position involves evaluating and providing recommendations for the people on the team. Up to 10% domestic travel required - Majority of travel will be limited to Southern California and not require an overnight stay. Very seldom (1%) of that travel may be required outside the state of California.

Requirements

Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering or related
5 years progressive experience in the job offered, or related occupation
5 years experience with Mechanical HVAC Design
5 years experience with using Mechanical code, Plumbing Codes, and Building codes
5 years experience with Construction administration
5 years experience with Building Department plan check approval
5 years experience with Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Bluebeam, AutoCAD, and Revit
5 years experience with Preparing budgets and fee proposals for large, complex engineering projects
5 years experience with Writing and negotiating additional services (ASR) for ongoing large multi-phase projects
5 years experience with Sustainable design for LEED projects using IESVE Modeling
5 years experience with Preparing budgets and fee proposals for large, complex engineering projects where design fees exceed $1 million
5 years experience with Writing and negotiating additional services (ASR) for ongoing projects.

Responsibilities

Overseeing the design of mechanical systems, including HVAC, and plumbing, for large-scale projects in education, civic, infrastructure, and sustainable energy sectors.
Conducting energy and sustainability analyses using tools like Energy Pro and Trace 700, ensuring compliance with NetZero and LEED standards.
Leading the development of firm-wide mechanical design standards, incorporating cutting-edge technologies and code updates.
Preparing budgets and fee proposals for complex projects.
Providing mentorship and technical training to a team of 4-6 engineers and designers.
Overseeing Project Managers to ensure timely completion of mechanical projects within budgetary and quality constraints.
Performing rigorous QA/QC reviews to maintain code compliance and design integrity.
Driving business development by leading client proposals and securing new project opportunities.
Collaborating with stakeholders to expand the firm's portfolio.
Conducting research to integrate innovative mechanical solutions.
Supervising employees, providing training and development of skills.
Evaluating and providing recommendations for the people on the team.