HFA ยท 3 hours ago
Team Lead (Refrigeration) Mechanical (32449)
HFA is a multidisciplinary architectural, engineering, and interior design firm who thrives in a people first driven environment. As the Team Lead, you'll be responsible for people and program management, fostering a culture of excellence while guiding a team and managing client relationships.
ArchitectureIndustrial Engineering
Responsibilities
Has gained broad experience in multiple projects and/or client types or garnered enough experience in a single project and/or client type to be seen as an expert in that particular area
Should have a thorough knowledge of DX refrigeration system utilizing traditional refrigerants, transcritical CO2 systems, 2-stage systems, and cascade systems. Knowledge of recirculating ammonia refrigeration systems may be helpful
Should have a thorough knowledge of most refrigeration systems, whether simple or complex, as well as the associated controls
Fully responsible for leading client teams, which includes projects, programs and people, both within the firm and in its relationship with the client
Responsible for leading Designers and/or Professionals on a day-to-day basis and sets priorities within their group
Delivers high quality construction documents and project management to client(s)
Works with Sr. Team Leads, Executives and other Team Leads to ensure the company is working as a single enterprise
Possess strong financial understanding and be able to work with Sr. Team Lead/Executive to accurately state the financial performance of their client(s)
Works with Sr. Team Lead or Executives to determine team structure and talent needs
Participates in Marketing and Business Development in conjunction with Executives or Sr. Team Lead
Should be able to train employees on company standards, drafting techniques, and technical questions pertaining to refrigeration, energy codes, and Heatcraft Box Load Calculator and Sporlan Virtual Engineer
Will work in a collaborative environment with Architects and other engineers to develop construction documents based on a clients' requirements, including all phases of a project
Will be able to provide final quality control of their projects and others
Will establish project budgets and ensure those projects are financially successful
Should be able to select and design refrigeration systems and equipment, controls and provide energy calculations on most project
Reports to either Sr. Team Lead or Executive and work with them to implement and guide their client(s) in direction as set by BOD and CEO/COO
Executes contract and/or review contracts for their client(s), as defined in the Contract Signing Protocol in the Knowledge Base
Supporting and using standard procedures and processes
Engagement, Training, and Management
Use internal tools to engage with team: weekly check-ins, One on One dialog
Conduct or participate in team meetings on a regular basis
Work with People & Culture Team to create onboarding schedule
Responsible for training or delegation of training & overseeing progress of both new and current team members
Communicate to Sr Team Lead or VP when WFA requests are submitted, or you are made aware of them (Access abroad, relocation, etc.)
Qualification
Required
Knowledgeable of refrigeration design
Demonstrated experience managing projects, people, programs, budgets, schedules and clients
Ability to connect with people and effectively communicate
Deep understanding of the design and construction processes
Broad experience in multiple projects and/or client types or enough experience in a single project and/or client type to be seen as an expert
Thorough knowledge of DX refrigeration system utilizing traditional refrigerants, transcritical CO2 systems, 2-stage systems, and cascade systems
Thorough knowledge of most refrigeration systems, whether simple or complex, as well as the associated controls
Fully responsible for leading client teams, which includes projects, programs and people
Responsible for leading Designers and/or Professionals on a day-to-day basis and sets priorities within their group
Delivers high quality construction documents and project management to client(s)
Works with Sr. Team Leads, Executives and other Team Leads to ensure the company is working as a single enterprise
Possess strong financial understanding and be able to work with Sr. Team Lead/Executive to accurately state the financial performance of their client(s)
Works with Sr. Team Lead or Executives to determine team structure and talent needs
Participates in Marketing and Business Development in conjunction with Executives or Sr. Team Lead
Able to train employees on company standards, drafting techniques, and technical questions pertaining to refrigeration, energy codes, and Heatcraft Box Load Calculator and Sporlan Virtual Engineer
Work in a collaborative environment with Architects and other engineers to develop construction documents based on a clients' requirements
Provide final quality control of their projects and others
Establish project budgets and ensure those projects are financially successful
Able to select and design refrigeration systems and equipment, controls and provide energy calculations on most project
Reports to either Sr. Team Lead or Executive and work with them to implement and guide their client(s) in direction as set by BOD and CEO/COO
Executes contract and/or review contracts for their client(s), as defined in the Contract Signing Protocol in the Knowledge Base
Supporting and using standard procedures and processes
Engagement, Training, and Management
Use internal tools to engage with team: weekly check-ins, One on One dialog
Conduct or participate in team meetings on a regular basis
Work with People & Culture Team to create onboarding schedule
Responsible for training or delegation of training & overseeing progress of both new and current team members
Communicate to Sr Team Lead or VP when WFA requests are submitted, or you are made aware of them
Preferred
4+ staff and/or lead developing client(s)
Undergraduate or Higher Education Preferred
Licensure Preferred
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Disability
Life insurance
401(k) with company match
Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)
Flexible work schedule
Professional development opportunities
Learning stipends
Company
HFA
Founded in 1990, HFA is a multi-disciplinary architecture and engineering firm specializing in delivering tailored design solutions for businesses of all sizes.
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