Mechanical Engineering Group Manager

McKim & Creed, Inc.; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Competitive pay and benefits

Multiple office locations

Growth opportunities & training

Professional development

Job summary

McKim & Creed, Inc. in Nashville, TN is seeking a Mechanical Group Manager to lead a team delivering mechanical, plumbing and fire protection design services for institutional, commercial and industrial facilities.

The role includes developing new clients and ensuring high-quality service through operational excellence. You will oversee resource allocation, project budgeting, and cross-functional collaboration, while driving growth in the BEI division.

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical Engineering with PE registration or ability to acquire FL PE via reciprocity.
• 8+ years of mechanical design and HVAC system analysis experience.
• Leadership and business-development talents to grow the business and expand market share.
• Ability to work as part of a project team.
• Self-motivation and independence to complete work assignments.
• Technical competence, teamwork and strong communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable motor vehicle and criminal record.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical and design services for mechanical projects as part of a multi-discipline team.
• Develop new clients and deliver high-quality service through operational excellence.
• Prepare proposals and present to clients.
• Allocate resources, balance manpower and assign tasks within budgets.
• Interact with clients, prepare reports, and submit permits for mechanical projects.
• Identify and recruit regional team members as needed; function as Project Manager when required.
• Collaborate across McKim & Creed to sell and deliver company-wide services.

Skills

Leadership

Business development

Project teamwork

Communication skills

Self-motivation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE)

Job description

Overview

We currently have a Mechanical Group Manager opportunity within our Buildings, Energy and Infrastructure (BEI) division within our Nashville, TN office. This is a step up from a Project Manager for someone wanting to take the next step in their career. In this role, not only will you provide technical and design services for mechanical (MEP) projects, you will be developing new clients as well as delivering responsive, high‑quality service to all clients through operational excellence.

During Your Work‑Day, You Will:

• Provide technical and design services for mechanical projects as part of a multi‑discipline project team to produce mechanical, plumbing and fire protection design/construction drawings and specifications for institutional, commercial and industrial facilities.
• Develop new clients as well as deliver responsive, high‑quality service to all clients through operational excellence.
• Prepare proposals and make presentations to clients.
• Allocate resources, balance manpower and assign tasks to projects, ensuring timeliness, quality and adherence to established budgets for the group’s projects.
• Interact with clients, conduct preliminary evaluations, prepare reports, produce design drawings, prepare technical specifications and submit permits for mechanical engineering projects.
• Identify, recruit and develop new regional team members including managers, engineers, production staff and administrative staff as needed.
• Function as Project Manager when required.
• Collaborate across McKim & Creed to sell and deliver company‑wide services.

What You’ll Need:

• BS in Mechanical Engineering with PE registration or ability to quickly acquire FL PE through reciprocity.
• 8+ years of experience in mechanical design and HVAC system analysis.
• Leadership and business‑development talents to grow the business and expand market share in the building systems and energy infrastructure sectors.
• Ability to work as part of a project team.
• Self‑motivation and independence to complete work assignments.
• Technical competence, teamwork and strong communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable motor vehicle and criminal record.

What Will Make You Stand Out:

• Experience with plumbing and fire protection systems is preferred but not required.
• Experience with healthcare work is preferred but not required.

What We Offer:

Join a company that puts its employees first. Ranked as one of the Best Firms to Work For, here are just some of the reasons to become part of the McKim & Creed team:

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP): All employees are owners & benefit from profits earned.
• Competitive pay: Paid holidays, bereavement, and parental, medical and military leave.
• Multiple office locations to work from: Stick close to home or travel for a change of scenery.
• Growth opportunities & training: Grow confidently in your career with mentoring & training options.
• Professional development: Tuition reimbursement, early career professional program, online courses & more.
• Work that makes a difference: See the direct impact your work has on our communities.
• Collaborative, supportive team: People to help you solve problems, cheer successes & encourage you along the way.

McKim & Creed is an Equal Opportunity and affirmative Action Employer, and VEVRAA Federal Contractor and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status and maintains a Drug Free Workplace.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelors of Mechanical Engineering (required)

Licenses & Certifications: Professional Engineer (required)

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