Engineering Sr. Leader - MEP Department

Guidon Design

Indianapolis (IN)

On-site

USD 80,000 - 120,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Guidon Design is looking for a Sr. Leader for the MEP Department in Indianapolis, IN. In this role, you will oversee projects, mentor staff, and develop key client relationships in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and a desire to grow professionally. This position offers opportunities for meaningful impact through strategic leadership and project management.

Qualifications

Master’s or bachelor’s degree required.
Licensure in your discipline is essential.

Responsibilities

Lead the MEP Department and supervise an assigned team.
Mentor staff and develop professional/training goals.
Allocate staff resources based on project needs.
Act as primary liaison for defined clients.
Contribute to strategic direction of the firm.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Experience preparing responses to RFPs

Proactive problem solving

Experience managing parallel assignments

Good written and oral communication skills

Strong work ethic

Desire to grow professionally

Trustworthy with confidential information

Attention to detail

Education

Master’s or bachelor’s degree in an accredited institution

Licensure in your discipline

Job description

Location: Indianapolis, IN

Job Id:241

# of Openings:1

Company Overview

Guidon Design is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business. We are a leader in sustainable Architecture+Engineering. As multidisciplinary designers, we collaborate to develop creative, cost-effective, and sustainable solutions that help meet our clients’ goals. Our services include Architecture, Interior Design, Sustainability Consulting & Designing, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, and Plumbing Design. Project types include healthcare, government, housing, federal and education facilities. We elevate our communities through the design and development of our projects. Our reputation for design excellence is created by our ability to solve complex challenges with clear solutions, while being responsive to how the space will impact people and their communities. We exist to improve lives and empower people!

Throughout your time with Guidon, you will be provided with the opportunity for hands‑on experience in your area of study. In our dynamic, energetic, and fast‑paced office environment, you will work right alongside our company leaders to gain valuable knowledge on complex, meaningful, and impactful projects.

Job Purpose

As a Sr. Leader with Guidon, you will be a leader of the MEP Department, guide the pursuit and development of clients, work on strategic leadership initiatives, and serve as direct supervisor for an assigned team. You will analyze staff resource requests from Project Managers and allocate staff resources based on tasks/projects. Act as the primary liaison for defined clients to include developing new work and addressing project challenges. Provide mentorship for assigned staff and develop professional/training goals. Often this position will have a secondary role as a Senior Project Manager.

Qualifications

Master’s or bachelor’s degree in an accredited institution
Licensure in your discipline

Skills / Qualities

Strong organizational skills and keen attention to detail
Proven experience preparing responses to detailed requests for proposals (RFPs) and high‑quality marketing materials
Proactive and assertive in problem solving
Experience managing parallel assignments
Good written, oral communications
Strong work ethic and a drive to excel
A desire to grow professionally
Trustworthy with confidential personnel/company information
Detail oriented

Responsibilities

Participate and contribute to the Company’s leadership team to resolve company‑wide issues and help develop the strategic direction of the firm.
Work with firm leaders and Project Managers to ensure staff resource allocation on all task/project needs are met.
Act as Principal in Charge (PIC) for select clients to create and foster client relationships.
Develop client sales through existing and new clients.
Develop and lead capture plans for identified PIC clients.
Provides input to Executive Team on appropriate staffing levels; suggests new hire/termination.
Leads the interview process for assigned new hires.
Assess and evaluate potential business opportunities, and make professional recommendations to the Executive Team on those opportunities.
Supervisor for assigned engineering team to include semi‑annual regular reviews, professional development plan and administrative oversight.
Primary resource allocator for assigned team.
Create and implement a career development plan for assigned team.
Recommend salary adjustments and bonuses for assigned staff.
Responsible for implementing Personal Improvement Plans (PIP) for assigned staff if needed.
Participate and contribute to both the company’s Executive Leadership (strategic) and Leadership Council (operational) to address issues and help develop the direction of the firm.

Breakdown of Tasks

10% - Strategy/Planning
10% - Team Leadership / Mentoring / Training
30% - Sales/client relationships
50% - Project based work as a Sr PM

Evaluation Metrics

Work with the President and Executive Team to set a 10‑year and 3‑year Vision and define and execute annual strategy goals to accomplish.
Guide PMs and subordinates to meet target project profitability of 20%.
Anticipate workload/staffing needs, hire to achieve utilization targets and address HR concerns.
Direct supervisor for Team Leaders and Directors; guide them in leading other staff.
Facilitate a professional work environment and culture at Guidon.
Set QA/QC standards and processes to ensure Technical Staff meet Project QA/QC goals.

Our Core Behaviors

Wash the Dishes
- Do the small stuff. This mantra has guided our behaviors since our inception when literal dishes were the responsibility of everyone in the office. Helping one another permeates all areas of our culture.
Follow‑Up on Commitments
- Do what you say. Keeping our word is not only important externally, but internally as well. Commitments are made to ourselves, each other, and our clients. Whether it be in professional development goals, annual firm updates, or project kick‑off meetings, following through is all about maintaining a culture of accountability.
Solve Problems Proactively
- Come with solutions. Identifying a problem is crucial but engaging the problem with potential solutions is even better. We tackle issues head on and take ownership – leading the charge toward a resolution.
Lead Through Listening
- Listen first, talk second. This is a guiding principle in how we interact with each other and our clients. It prioritizes empathy and assumes nothing.