Engineering Services Manager

J.E. Dunn Construction Group Inc P•Kansas City, MO

About The Position

The Engineering Services Manager provides management and expertise to a group of engineers delivering mechanical/electrical services, commissioning, and engineer-driven projects. The role manages mechanical/electrical conceptual estimating, systems analysis, value engineering, scheduling input, sequencing requirements, and project schedule updates. It also supports commissioning and energy-services business development, project resource allocation, and the development of engineering staff through commissioning experience. The position operates in support of JE Dunn’s strategy, vision, and values and is expected to make complex decisions on most tasks, consulting senior management as needed. The role is part of JE Dunn’s Advanced Facilities Group, which combines Mission Critical, Advanced Industries, and Industrial & Manufacturing teams and works on large industrial and manufacturing, data center, and semiconductor projects. The career path for this position is Senior Engineering Services Manager.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, architectural engineering, or a related field; equivalent relevant experience may be considered in lieu of the stated requirements.
At least 10 years of construction management experience.
At least 2 years of people management experience.
At least 2 years of financial management experience.
Valid and unrestricted driver’s license.
Ability to perform work accurately, completely, and in a timely manner.
Advanced verbal and written communication skills and ability to conduct effective presentations.
Advanced proficiency in MS Office and required construction technology.
Proficiency with basic JE Dunn construction mechanical/electrical tools and software.
Ability to apply construction management means and methods, and thorough knowledge of project processes.
Ability to build lasting relationships with team members and collaborate internally and externally.
Ability to apply Lean processes and philosophy.
Ability to manage budgets, maximize profitability, and generate future work through relationship building.
Ability to construct a project from start to finish; prepare project budgets, GMPs, or hard bids; and complete range estimates.
Ability to assist the Marketing team with presentations and marketing activities.
Ability to develop and manage a project team.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in engineering or business management.

Responsibilities

Participate in and support the company’s safety and quality plans and culture, demonstrating commitment to an injury-free environment through individual actions and mentoring others.
Manage and provide expertise to a group of engineers providing mechanical/electrical services, commissioning, and engineer-driven mechanical/electrical projects.
Manage mechanical/electrical conceptual estimating, systems analysis, and value engineering.
Manage mechanical/electrical scheduling input, sequencing requirements, and schedule updates throughout the project.
Market and sell commissioning as a value-added service on select projects.
Supervise the development and execution of each project’s commissioning plan.
Ensure mechanical/electrical engineers gain appropriate experience through commissioning projects.
Develop professional partnerships with selected energy services companies to grow the company’s performance-contracting market.
Market and sell energy and infrastructure retrofits to existing and new clients.
Understand resource demands and determine which projects need resource allocation.
Transfer less mechanical/electrical-intensive projects to other divisions based on market focus and resource availability.
Lead, support, and promote diversity and inclusion within JE Dunn, and ensure positive, proactive implementation of the company’s non-discrimination policy.