Department Manager Mechanical Engineering

H2M Architects and Engineers; City of White Plains (NY); On-site; USD 135,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Department Manager in Mechanical Engineering to lead a dynamic team in White Plains, NY. This role emphasizes innovative HVAC design and project management, ensuring timely completion and exceptional client relations. With a commitment to sustainability and community, this position offers a chance to work on diverse projects across various markets. Join a passionate team dedicated to excellence and collaboration, where your expertise will contribute to impactful engineering solutions that enhance building performance and occupant comfort.

Benefits

Healthcare and wellness benefits

401(k) retirement savings with employer matching

Annual and spot bonus performance programs

Tuition assistance for continuing education

Student loan debt repayment program

Technology allowance

Professional development programs

Paid time off

Employee Resource Groups

Qualifications

• 20+ years of MEP experience with strong focus on HVAC projects.
• Must have prior experience working with local municipalities.

Responsibilities

• Direct and manage the Mechanical Engineering department.
• Client relationship building and project supervision.
• Preparation of construction drawings and specifications.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

HVAC Design

Project Management

Client Relationship Management

Technical Leadership

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Professional Engineer License

Job description

Department Manager Mechanical Engineering

White Plains, NY, USA

Job Description

H2M’s Mechanical team offers a wide range of HVAC engineering and design and consultation services. Our HVAC design consultants are experts in the industry and bring a dedicated and professional expertise to the industry, our partnerships, and our projects. We focus on innovative engineering solutions for high-performance projects, and provide technical expertise through design, construction, and operations. Our work demonstrates how creative collaboration can produce outstanding results for our clients and our communities.

The mechanical department is comprised of a team of individuals with various levels of experience and expertise. Our projects span across an array of markets including real estate, K-12, higher education, municipal, emergency services, industrial, pharmaceutical, and manufacturing.

H2M architects and engineers is seeking a Department Manager to join our well-established White Plains, NY office. We seeks a dynamic professional engineer to direct projects, manage client relations, and develop and manageour Mechanical team (at various levels) on overall HVAC design/project managementresponsibilities.

Our MEP solutions place an emphasis on building performance, energy efficiency, and occupant comfort. And while our efforts might not be visible inthe finished product, the effortlessness they bring to our client’s building’s operations will be.

Come join our multi-disciplined team of architects, engineers and environmental scientists in our Melville Long Island office. Working with architects, civil engineers, and environmental scientists, you will be managing Mechanical/HVAC design work for both public and private clients.

We’re looking for an enthusiastic professional who is just as comfortable managing the work as they are interfacing with clients and helping us build our business. As a part of the H2M Team, you will have the support of our 475+ staff to help you succeed in all aspects of your work.We’re passionate about our work, dedicated to our clients, and committed to our 86 plus year legacy. We emphasize collaboration and community involvement and promote sustainability in our practice, ensuring that the right projects are developed with minimal impact on the environment.

Join our diverse team of passionate employees who deliver excellence to our clients every day...

Job Responsibilities

• Direct and manage the Mechanical Engineering department, which includes overseeing staff workload and ensuring the timely completion of all Mechanical/HVAC projects in coordination of other MEP teams and disciplines within the firm.
• Reviews and approves scopes, budgets and schedules for assignments; assess overall project and financial performance.
• Project supervision and coordination with other engineering and architecture departments within the firm.
• Preparation of construction drawings and specifications for public and private bidding.
• Client relationship building; communicate with clients in support and coordination of all project activities.
• Technical leadership, production and scheduling, quality control and cost proposals.
• Participate in possible business development initiatives and efforts.
• Nurture client relationships, which include attending meetings, answering questions and/or providing resolutions to problems/issues that may arise.
• Lead/Attend project meetings pertaining to construction administration; review contractor submittals and provide feedback and clarification when needed.
• Other functions/duties as assigned to grow, enhance and lead the Mechanical Engineering team and MEP discipline .
  

Education and Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• Professional Engineer license required.
• 20+ years of overall MEP experience, with strong focus on HVAC projects, in a consulting firm; must have at least 10 years devoted to project management and development/oversight of staff.
• Must have prior experience working with local municipalities/government agencies.
• Demonstrated technical leadership and management skills
• Demonstrated ability to manage and lead Mechanical/HVAC staff at various levels.
• Ability to manage and prioritize Mechanical projects of various complexity levels; demonstrated ability to effectively develop, grow, and enhance client relationships.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.

The salary range for this role is $135,000 - $175,000 annually.

The employment offer may deviate from this published range based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, experience, specialty, knowledge, education, geography and/or related certifications – not related to an y applicant’s characteristics protected by local, state or federal law . Note: The salary or hourly rate indicated does not include other forms of compensation or benefits .

About H2M:

While we have grown into a large firm over the past 90 plus years, we remain dedicated to preserving our small company connections. It is our intention to always stand as one H2M with a mission that is built around:

• Our People: It’s our people that create our culture, execute our projects, service our clients, support our communities, and help make our company a great place to work.
• Our clients: Our clients are “why” we exist as an organization. We have the experience, expertise, and skillsets that our clients do not have yet are needed to solve the problems of the built environment.
• Our communities: We commit to creating a safe environment that fosters thriving and healthy communities through our contributions and support for numerous charitable, educational, and community-based causes and organizations.

At H2M, we’re more than just the services we provide. We are a team of over 500 professionals with the knowledge, ability, and desire to create something truly impressive. When we ask for the best of you, it is right to ask for the best of the company. Your growth is our growth. Your success is our success. We are in this mission together, so let’s see it through together.

H2M continuously strives to provide our employees and their families a comprehensive benefit experience surrounding their physical and financial well-being. We offer healthcare and wellness benefits, 401(k) retirement savings with up to 6% employer matching contributions with 100% vesting schedule, annual and spot bonus performance programs, flexibility and paid time off. We also offer tuition assistance for continuing education & professional licensure, student loan debt repayment program, technology allowance and excellent professional development programs that are custom designed for employees at all levels. H2M continually supports their employees through different Employee Resource Groups, such as Diversity and Inclusion, Sustainability, Women’s Initiative and Young Professionals.

H2M is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, creed, color, religion, ancestry, sex, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, pregnancy status, childbirth, related health conditions or reproductive decisions, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristics protected by Federal, State or local law. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

Come for the job, stay for the challenge!