Plumbing/Fire Protection Engineering Department Manager - NYC

Bala Consulting Engineers; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Employer Paid Life Insurance

PTO based on years of experience

Tuition and Licensure Reimbursement

Remote work option (one day on-site to

Job summary

A dynamic engineering firm in New York is seeking an experienced Engineer to lead the Plumbing & Fire Protection Department. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, supervisory experience, and knowledge of Plumbing codes. The role offers a competitive salary and rich benefits package, including insurance, 401(k) matching, and tuition reimbursement. The firm emphasizes collaboration and personal development within a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Must have team supervisory experience to lead the department.
• A Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering is required.
• Must possess strong technical writing skills.
• Extensive knowledge of Plumbing codes and NFPA Standards
• Knowledge of Sustainable certification programs
• Proficiency with Revit and related design software

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the New York Plumbing & Fire Protection Department.
• Create engineering plans and procedures for the staff.
• Prepare budgets and timelines for engineering projects.
• Check the accuracy of work performed by engineering staff.
• Communicate with managers, suppliers, and contractors.
• Prepare and deliver engineering-related presentations internally and externally.
• Perform department management activities including recruitment, hiring, coaching, and leadership responsibilities

Skills

Team supervisory experience

Solid technical writing skills

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Self-motivated attitude

Extensive knowledge of Plumbing codes and NFPA Standards

Strong software skills including Revit

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

PE license preferred

Tools

Revit

Job description

Bala Consulting Engineers is a 200-person engineering firm headquartered in Wayne, PA with full-service offices in New York, NY, Boston, MA, Baltimore, MD, and Washington, DC.

Bala is a dynamic growth-oriented company, built on relationships with our clients, staff, and industry partners. At Bala you will enjoy an exceptional employee experience that results in a successful career based on collaboration, leadership and personal development.

We are seeking an experienced Engineer with strong leadership capability and managerial skills to lead our New York Plumbing & Fire Protection Department and to support the function enterprise-wide.

Primary responsibilities will include:

• Serve as an engineering leader and technical expert with the ability to answer questions and resolve issues brought forth by the engineering staff.
• Create detailed engineering plans, processes, and procedures for engineering staff to use and abide by.
• Propose and oversee budgets and timelines for engineering projects.
• Check and confirm the accuracy of the work performed and the methods used by engineering staff.
• Communicate and collaborate with other managers, suppliers, and contractors.
• Prepare and deliver various engineering-related presentations, both internally and externally
• Perform department management activities including recruitment, hiring, coaching, and leadership responsibilities

The basic requirements for this position include:

• Team supervisory experience
• Bachelor’s degree -mechanical engineering required
• PE license preferred
• Solid technical writing skills
• Extensive knowledge of Plumbing codes and NFPA Standards
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Self-motivated attitude with the ability to multitask and thrive in a timeline-driven environment able to work individually or as part of a team.
• Knowledge of Sustainable certification programs
• Strong software skills including Revit

As a multi-discipline engineering firm, Bala is a leader in innovative designs for building systems in High Rise, Mission Critical, Multi-Unit Housing, Commercial Office, Higher Education, Transportation, Adaptive Reuse and Life Science facilities.

Bala’s compensation package includes a rich benefits package along with market competitive salary structure. Our culture creates an environment where relationships thrive and careers flourish.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance package
• 401(k) with employer match
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Up to (5) weeks of PTO based on years of experience and (8) paid holidays
• 8 hours of Volunteer Time Off
• Tuition and Licensure Reimbursement
• Federal Student Loan Assistance including match up to $5,250 per year
• Section 529 Plan (College Saving Plan)
• Employee Referral Program
• Full-time onsite roles qualify for one day of remote work

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