Wheeler Staffing Partners · 1 month ago
VP of Design Engineering
Wheeler Staffing Partners is seeking a strategic and results-driven Vice President of Design Engineering on behalf of our client. This role is responsible for leading, delegating, and supporting the development of practices, procedures, and systems to support a continuously improving and profitable engineering organization.
Responsibilities
Oversee design, modification, and improvement of company engineering projects and services; directs the design of testing and maintenance processes, and ensure quality control
Delegates and empowers engineering directors and project managers in formulating effective business plans, financial analytics, and client communications
Establishes budget controls, coordinates project and process changes to maintain and improve cost/benefit ratio
Reviews engineering designs in light of the organizations strategic goals, performance objectives
Coordinates the development of efficient organizational structure, including the development of knowledge, skills and abilities; and establishes a succession plan to facilitate a steady and efficient organizational growth and efficiency
Administrative duties
Travel approximately 30% of the time to job sites and regional offices
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or Construction Management
7+ years of engineering leadership experience OR 20+ years of relevant industry experience in Design Engineering with 7+ years of leadership experience
Professional Engineer (PE) License
Experience in large healthcare and higher education commercial construction projects ($25M – $50M+)
Proven experience leading complex project portfolios and construction teams at a senior level
Strong financial and accounting knowledge, including full P&L responsibility
In-depth knowledge of MEP systems, design-build, and construction operations
Excellent organizational, negotiation, and leadership skills
Ability to build cross-departmental relationships and drive a high-performance culture
Effective communicator with a detail-oriented and hands-on approach
Able to work in a fast-paced environment and juggle multiple priorities
Familiar with industry trends, best practices, and competitive landscape
Benefits
Relocation Assistance Available
Company
Wheeler Staffing Partners
Wheeler Staffing Partners provides business process outsourcing, RPO, direct-hire, contract, recruitment consulting and HR services.