Director of Forensic Mechanical Engineering

The Vertex Companies LLC; Jefferson City (MO); On-site; USD 150,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare and dental plans

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

401(k) matching

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

The Vertex Companies, LLC is seeking a Director to lead and manage assigned resources across the practice area, working with the Managing Director to achieve strategic and financial targets. The role emphasizes client satisfaction, employee engagement, and developing a high-performing team of consultants with a focus on advisory, project management and dispute resolution services.

Directors will oversee a broad range of activities including forensic investigations, code research, report writing

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical, science or engineering field or advanced degrees as called for in area of specialization.
• Minimum of 10 years' industry experience.
• 3+ years' experience as a senior leader of a division or department with financial responsibility.
• Proactively generate revenue and build client relationships.
• Proven track record in staff management and development.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage in support of strategic plans and objectives.
• Support MD to meet annual budget and revenue goals for the practice area.
• Develop and retain new accounts and expand existing engagements.
• Delegate, monitor progress, and ensure high quality work product.
• Foster relationships with decision makers and cross-sell services.
• Mentor and develop direct reports and drive OKRs for the team.
• Travel as necessary to support clients and leadership needs.
• Establish quality control of service delivery and address challenges.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Staff management

Strategic thinking

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in technical/engineering field

Advanced degree in area of specialization

Tools

Adobe

Microsoft Office

Job description

Company Description

The Vertex Companies, LLC (VERTEX) is a $180M global consulting firm that integrates strategic advisory, project management, and dispute resolution services for organizations facing complex challenges in a world of risk. We embody our core values of embracing lifelong learning, operating with urgency, maximizing value, and driving collaboration to better outcomes for our clients, colleagues, and communities. Join us if you are looking for a career that offers you a chance to love what you do and deliver meaningful impact.

Job Description

The Director will assist their assigned Managing Director (MD) with leading and managing assigned resources in support of achieving the defined overall practice area strategy, and in meeting or exceeding defined financial performance and revenue generation targets. The Director is also responsible for supporting client satisfaction and employee engagement. This position is responsible for supporting the success of their entire assigned practice area/practice division as the highest priority, regardless of any assigned subpractice area focus, or specific client engagement or relationship. Directors will proactively suggest potential solutions for new challenges/opportunities identified within their assigned market. They are expected to perform as seasoned managers and leaders in overseeing and developing a team of consultants, including supporting hiring, placement and career development within the practice. They will provide leadership in a manner that models the Company's core values and inspires and encourages goal achievement through empowerment, learning, and creativity among the team. Directors are involved in a wide variety of tasks, including forensic investigations of mechanical systems (HVAC and other MEP), code research, construction document review, failure analysis, the scope of repair preparation, and report writing. These activities will generally be performed for insurance property claims, construction defect litigation matters, and property condition assessments for residential and commercial buildings. Directors have cultivated a strong client following and excel at ongoing business development.

Core Responsibilities

• Business Development, Leadership, Strategic Planning
• Responsible for supporting assigned MD in meeting or exceeding the defined annual budget for the entire practice area/practice division (including revenue generation, overall utilization of assigned resources, and execution of profitable engagement work streams that may be either qualitative or quantitative in nature.)
• Responsible for supporting development of new accounts and retaining and expanding existing engagements within the practice area to achieve sales goals
• Effectively delegate assignments to assigned direct reports, instruct and monitor progress, and ensure work product is consistently high quality
• Supports MD in monitoring relevant data such as utilization, Accounts Receivable, discretionary spending, etc.
• Develop and foster relationships with decision makers within existing key/strategic accounts and cross-sell other service areas
• Meet or exceed defined individual average utilization goals (and incorporating consideration of individual revenue targets) as set forth by company leadership
• Directly manage, mentor and develop a team of direct reports focused on attracting, placing, and growing the assigned practice team members, with emphasis on creating a team and culture that is empowered to execute
• Responsible for learning business development methodology and for being active in efforts to individually generate incremental revenue
• Lead team of assigned staff members to establish and drive towards defined objectives and key results (OKRs).
• Identify potential new market segments and alert MD for evaluations and consideration
• Travel as necessary to support client, employee, and leadership needs.
• Establish quality control of service delivery, maintaining an excellent reputation of quality and lead and manage in a manner that assists with rapid resolution of any client, team member or operational challenges.

Operations

• Lead and manage in support of strategic plans that align with the organization's vision and defined business objectives
• Responsible for leading and managing in alignment with the development of the overall practice in achieving profit objectives
• Support construction of strong cross-functional teams to achieve success in shared goals, understanding that multiple perspectives and talents build stronger teams and results
• Manage assigned projects consistent with contracts and proactively alert assigned MD to any potential challenges or issues
• Ensure compliance of operations with all local, state and Federal (and International, if applicable) regulations, as well as compliance with company policy
• Ensure consistent high quality on deliverables for the practice
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications & Competencies

• Bachelor's degree in a technical, science or engineering field (i.e.: Engineering,Environmental Science, Construction Management, Biology, Geology, etc.) or other advanced degrees as called for in area of specialization
• Minimum of 10 years' industry experience
• 3+ years' experience as a senior leader of a division or department, including responsibility for financial performance and experience leading service-oriented teams in a related industry
• Proactively take steps to begin individual revenue generation,
• Proven track record of customer relationship management and staff management and development
• Demonstrated leadership skills

Knowledge & Skills

• Experience in providing reliable work product review for technical deliverables
• Able to communicate effectively (written and verbal) with co-workers, clients, subcontractors, and vendors
• Able to provide oversight and direction to assigned staff
• Strong leadership, communication and organizational skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Developing increased emotional intelligence to work effectively with a wide variety of individuals at all levels, both internally and externally
• Able to handle multiple priorities and perform consistently and positively under high stress conditions
• Knowledge of computer operations and standard software packages (word processing, spreadsheets, Adobe) required

Additional Information

At VERTEX, we invest in top talent with a highly competitive total compensation package designed to reward performance and support long-term success. Total compensation includes a base salary and a performance-based discretionary bonus program. Our comprehensive benefits package offers multiple healthcare and dental plan options, as well as company-paid Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability coverage-ensuring peace of mind for you and your family. We offer a 401(k) plan with immediate matching and full vesting, empowering employees to build financial security from day one. Additional benefits include Flexible Spending Accounts, a robust Employee Assistance Program, and a suite of exclusive perks that enhance everyday life.

$161,000.00 - $386,000.00 USD annually (Geographical Tier A - Sample Locations: Irvine CA, Middlesex NJ, Tacoma WA, Boston, Alexandria)

$147,000.00 - $354,000.00 USD annually (Geographical Tier B - Sample Locations - Baltimore, Chicago, Anchorage, Portland)

$134,000.00 - $322,000.00 USD annually (Geographical Tier C - Sample Locations - Atlanta, Charlotte, Cincinnati, Miami)

$128,000.00 - $307,000.00 USD annually (Geographical Tier D - Sample Locations - Mississippi, Mobile AL, Bowling Green KY, Tulsa)

Time away matters-so we provide a generous paid time off program, including vacation, sick time, and paid holidays (with prorated options for eligible part-time employees).

At VERTEX, growth never stops. Our signature "Lifetime of Learning" program offers tuition reimbursement and personalized support for employees pursuing advanced education-helping you sharpen your skills and accelerate your career.