Assistant Vice President, Construction Management & Design

M&J Engineering; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 200,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and eye insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Job summary

A leading engineering consulting firm in Boston seeks an Assistant Vice President for Construction Management & Design. This critical role involves overseeing engineering teams, ensuring project compliance, and driving business with state agencies. Candidates should have over 20 years in civil engineering, a PE license, and exceptional leadership skills. A competitive salary of $200k-$225k will be offered based on qualifications.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive experience in engineering management or project leadership.
• 20+ years experience in civil engineering/construction management.
• Proven experience with Massachusetts agencies like MassDOT or MBTA.

Responsibilities

• Develop business with major state agencies in Massachusetts.
• Lead engineering teams and foster high-performance culture.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and conduct audits.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Strategic Planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or closely related field

Professional Engineer (PE) license in Massachusetts

Job description

Overview

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M&J Engineering, P.C. provides multi-discipline consulting services with over 300 employees. Since its inception in 2004, M&J has grown into a diversified provider of engineering, construction management, construction inspection, technology, and environmental services to a broad range of clients, including federal, state and local agencies, private owners, architects, engineers and contractors.

M&J Engineering is a leader in construction management and inspection, ITS, mechanical, electrical, wastewater, water supply, tunnel airport, port, marine/coastal, environmental engineering, and design-build services for both new infrastructure projects and renovations.

The Assistant Vice President oversees and directs construction management and civil engineering design teams. This leadership role ensures timely project completion, adherence to design requirements, and alignment with company standards. The position reports to the Senior Vice President or designated supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Develop and generate business with major state agencies and municipalities in Massachusetts (e.g., MassDOT, MBTA, Massport, MWRA, City of Boston, City of Cambridge).
• Lead and support engineering teams, fostering a culture of high performance and continuous improvement.
• Manage all future work in Massachusetts, including budgeting and strategic planning.
• Allocate resources to support operational and strategic initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and conduct regular audits.
• Communicate planning objectives and results to senior management.
• Conduct market research and identify growth opportunities.
• Cultivate strategic partnerships and lead initiatives to expand market share.
• Oversee recruitment, daily workflow, and project plan approvals.
• Ensure projects are completed within budget and efficiently.
• Establish and implement strategic direction for engineering and development.
• Align departmental actions with M&J’s business plan and vision.
• Implement engineering policies, standards, and security measures.
• Negotiate contracts and coordinate contractor work.
• Mentor mid-level directors and managers across engineering and operations.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related field.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Massachusetts.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in engineering management or project leadership and 20 years of experience in the civil engineering/construction management industry.
• Proven experience working with Massachusetts agencies such as MassDOT, MBTA, or Massport.
• Strong leadership, communication, and strategic planning skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, teams, and complex projects.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or related discipline.
• Experience in business development and client relationship management.
• Familiarity with City of Boston, and City of Cambridge procurement processes.
• Experience mentoring engineering professionals and managing cross-functional teams.
• Knowledge of federal and state transportation and infrastructure regulations.

Salary range $200,000 to $225,000 depending on education, qualifications and experience.

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Third-party recruiters and agencies need not apply. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Any unsolicited resume received will be considered a gift and will not obligate us to pay any referral fee.

Benefits

M&J is a leader in providing quality engineering consulting services to a diverse and exciting client base. We attract experienced professionals who understand proactive client service, safety, risk management and loss prevention practices, quality control, teamwork, and the development of younger staff. We seek employees who enjoy their work, desire continuous improvement, and want to contribute to the vision and growth of a quality, employee-owned, professional firm. To all full-time employees we provide a comprehensive package of benefits, including medical, dental and eye insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, etc. Salary will depend on experience and credentials.

M&J bases its employment and personnel decisions on the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity, with the intent to further the Company’s Affirmative Action commitment. M&J does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, employment status, veteran or military status, or any other category protected by law. Our Company vigorously pursues opportunities to recruit and develop job candidates who have the desire and potential for becoming qualified employees through our Affirmative Action Plan.