Department Manager - Plumbing/Fire Protection Engineering -VA
Bala Consulting Engineers | |
life insurance, vision insurance, paid holidays, 401(k), remote work | |
United States, Virginia, Arlington | |
Dec 19, 2024 | |
Bala Consulting Engineers is a 200-person engineering firm headquartered in Wayne, PA with full-service offices in Arlington, VA. New York, NY, Boston, MA, and Baltimore, MD. 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 a strong Engineer with leadership capability to lead the Plumbing & Fire Protection Department in our office located in Arlington, VA and 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: * 10 plus years' experience in plumbing /fire protection design * 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. Bala offers comprehensive benefits:
Follow us @balaconsultingengineers on Instagram and LinkedIn Agencies must obtain advance written approval from Bala Consulting Engineer's HR/Recruiting Department to submit resumes. This approval must be in the form of a valid fully executed contract for service as well as a request to submit candidates to a specific job opening. Bala Consulting Engineers will not pay a fee to any Agency that does not have such agreement in place, or for positions for which candidates have not been specifically requested. #LI-Onsite |