Senior Electrical Engineer - MEP

Kimley-Horn; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exceptional Retirement Plan

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Time Off and Flexible Scheduling

Tuition Reimbursement

Family-Friendly Benefits

Family-friendly benefits

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Columbia, SC is seeking a motivated Senior Project Manager to expand their MEP practice. This role involves leading complex electrical system designs, managing project profitability, and mentoring staff. Candidates should have over 8 years of relevant experience and a P.E. license. The firm offers a robust benefits package and values employee development, having been recognized as one of the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work for 18 years.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of relevant experience managing Electrical projects.
• Firm understanding of relevant electrical codes and standards.
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects profitably.
• Ability to lead and mentor staff and coordinate across teams.

Responsibilities

• Expand Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) services in HVAC design.
• Lead design and analysis of complex electrical systems for MEP projects.
• Prepare project specifications and cost estimates.
• Collaborate with architects and other engineers across Kimley-Horn offices.
• Prepare project specifications, electrical construction cost estimates, and proposals to grow local and national electrical services.
• Provide leadership, set goals, build client relationships, and mentor staff while maintaining project profitability.
• Autonomously lead, direct, and grow the MEP practice with opportunity for ownership through a strong bonus program.

Skills

Managing electrical projects

Communication at all levels

Mentorship and leadership

Client relationships

Budgeting

Education

Registered Professional Engineer (P.E.) license

Job description

Kimley-Horn has an opportunity for a motivated Senior Project Manager to expand our MEP practice in Columbia, SC!

Responsibilities

• Expand our Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing team providing services in HVAC design.
• Lead the design and analysis of complex electrical systems for MEP projects
• Responsible for the review and development of design documents and reports, including electrical layouts, equipment schematics and block diagrams, electrical system calculations, and one-line diagrams
• Daily interaction and collaboration on multi-disciplinary teams, with interaction across Kimley-Horn offices
• Prepare project specifications, electrical construction cost estimates, and proposals, supporting the growth of electrical engineering service areas in the local market and across the country
• Coordinate with architects, mechanical/plumbing engineers and other disciplines for equipment power needs and sizing electrical distribution
• Leadership responsibilities include
  • Operating with integrity and sound business principles
  • Providing vision, business planning and strategy
  • Establishing goals
  • Building and maintaining positive client relationships
  • Having open communication with your partners and team
  • Growing and leading an MEP practice
• Our Project Managers/Practice Builders manage their projects profitably, transition work to qualified staff, grow and mentor staff, and act as a positive leader and mentor
• The successful candidate will be given a great deal of autonomy to lead, direct, and grow their business
• With success, this individual will enjoy the rewards of an impressive bonus program with the potential to advance to ownership

Qualifications

• 8+ years of relevant experience managing Electrical projects
• Registered Professional Engineer (P.E.) license
• Firm understanding of the National Electrical Code, National Electrical Safety Code, IEEE and ANSI Standards
• Ability to effectively communicate positively at all levels of the organization
• Ability to manage and mentor staff, and direct resources effectively in a positive manner
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects profitably

Why Kimley-Horn?

At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients, and employees are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it— that’s why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn’s placement on the Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work” list for 18 years!

Key Benefits at Kimley-Horn

• Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to-1 company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
• Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
• Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
• Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.