Americas Practice Lead-Engineering

EFI Global; Annapolis (MD); On-site; USD 250,000 - 325,000; Full time

Job summary

EFI Global is a full-service engineering, fire investigation, environmental, health and safety, and specialty consulting firm. We seek a senior leader to set the strategic direction of the Engineering Practice across regions, driving profitability, growth, and delivery excellence.

The role oversees VP/Managing Principal mentorship, policy development, and client-facing representation. Ten-plus years in leadership, PE certification, and strong communication are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited college or university is required; PE license preferred.
• Twenty years of related experience with at least 10 years in management.
• Strong leadership, governance, and policy development skills; ability to direct multiple regions.
• Excellent written and oral communication, including client-facing presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Direct oversight and mentoring of VPs and Managing Principals.
• Oversee performance of major projects, programs, and practice metrics.
• Develop and implement policies, procedures, and technical protocols.
• Represent EFI in meetings with clients within government, public service, or private sector organizations.
• Partner with Sales/Marketing to drive growth and client engagement.
• Lead service line governance and cross-region collaboration.
• Travel as required.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Client engagement

Presentation skills

Communication

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Negotiation

Report writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Advanced degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Engineering software

Job description

If you care, there’s a place for you here

EFI Global is a full-service engineering, fire investigation, environmental, health and safety, and specialty consulting services firm serving a variety of industries in both the public and private sectors. Over the last four decades, we have grown from a boutique firm specializing in handling insurance fraud and arson cases and providing expert witness testimony, into a recognized global leader in engineering failure analysis, origin-and-cause investigations, environmental consulting, laboratory testing and specialty consulting. Our forensic investigation, engineering and environmental services teams around the world share a dedication to expertise, quality and demonstrating to customers that caring counts®. Each of our more than 700 professional engineers, fire investigators, architects and scientists was selected for their technical proficiency, in-depth industry knowledge and commitment to professional integrity. Together, our diverse backgrounds and collective insights empower clients to make better-informed business decisions. EFI’s combination of global solutions and local expertise has earned the firm a reputation for delivering timely responses that consistently meet our clients’ expectations—anytime, anywhere. Click here to learn more about EFI Global.

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

To establish and execute the strategic direction of the Engineering Practice across multiple regions and countries, with full accountability for financial performance, revenue growth, profitability, resource utilization, and operational effectiveness. The role provides leadership in business planning, budgeting, forecasting, workforce development, succession planning, and market expansion while ensuring consistent technical excellence and delivery of high-value client solutions.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES

• Direct oversight and mentoring of VP's and Managing Principals
• Oversee performance of major projects, programs, and practice metrics
• Develop and implement policies, procedures, and technical protocols
• Oversee performance of major projects, programs, and practice metrics
• Develop and implement policies, procedures, and technical protocols
• Responsible for the oversight and performance of select ongoing and new projects accepted by EFI.
• Responsible for the oversight of all program activities including training, reporting and related administrative duties.
• Responsible for policy development and implementation.
• Represents EFI in meetings and other forums with clients within government, public service, or private sector organizations.
• Provides information and advice to the Senior Management on business issues, and financial implications of project work affecting EFI business financial results.
• Coordinates regular Engineering Service Line meetings and other events.
• Serves on committees, task forces, and other groups as necessary to advocate the goals and strategies of EFI’s mission.
• Client & Market Engagement
• Serve as senior client-facing leader and industry representative
• Partner with Sales/Marketing to drive growth and client engagement
• Represent EFI in external forums, strategic partnerships, and large client discussions
• Collaboration & Governance
• Coordinate cross-region and cross-discipline collaboration
• Lead service line governance (meetings, initiatives, task forces)
• Act as escalation point for complex technical, operational, or client issues
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Supports the organization's quality program(s).
• Travels as required.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Administers company personnel policies in all areas and follows company staffing standards and training recommendations.
• Administers company personnel policies in all areas and follows company staffing standards and training recommendations.
• Interviews, hires and establishes colleague performance development plans; conducts colleague performance discussions.
• Provides support, guidance, leadership and motivation to promote maximum performance.

Education & Licensing

Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited college or university required. Advanced degree preferred. Must be certified and/or registered as a professional engineer in the designated field of expertise.

Experience

Twenty (20) years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required with a minimum of 10 years management related experience.

Skills & Knowledge

• Must demonstrate thorough understanding of standards and regulations
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including presentation skills
• PC literate, including Microsoft Office products
• Analytical and interpretive skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Proven management/leadership skills
• Excellent negotiating skills
• Ability to create and complete comprehensive, accurate and constructive written reports
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• When applicable and appropriate, consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.
• Mental: Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment, troubleshooting, problem solving, analysis, and discretion; ability to handle work-related stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlines
• Physical: Computer keyboarding, combination of fieldwork and office conditions (30% to 50% travel required)
• Auditory/Visual: Hearing, vision and talking

As required by law, Sedgwick provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in jurisdictions requiring pay transparency in job postings. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide range of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and cost of specific location. For the jurisdiction noted in this job posting only, the range of starting pay for this role is $250,000-$325,000.

A comprehensive benefits package is offered including but not limited to,

• medical
• dental
• vision
• 401k and matching
• PTO
• disability and life insurance
• employee assistance
• flexible spending or health savings account
• other additional voluntary benefits

Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace

EFI Global is an equal opportunity employer welcoming applications from all qualified persons.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Diego Fair Chance Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act, and all other applicable laws.

The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.