Director of Engineering

CLIENT SUMMARY

HPM is a national capital program management firm that partners with owners to lead complex capital improvement programs from early planning through execution. Founded in 1997 as a division of Hoar Construction, HPM serves as the owner's advocate-providing leadership, oversight, and advisory services that reduce risk, control cost, and create predictable outcomes.

While the firm has expanded geographically and across industries, HPM has remained deeply relationship-driven and family-oriented, with a strong emphasis on integrity, stewardship, and long-term partnerships. As the company continues to grow, HPM is investing in new internal capabilities that allow it to support clients earlier and more strategically in the capital program lifecycle.

POSITION OBJECTIVE

HPM is seeking a Director of Engineering to establish and lead an internal engineering capability that strengthens HPM's advisory, program development, and client-facing services.

This is a newly created, senior leadership role responsible for setting engineering strategy, guiding engineering services delivery, and building a scalable team over time. The Director of Engineering will serve as a trusted advisor to clients, a bridge between executive leadership and operational teams, and a key partner to business development and program leadership.

This role is not intended to be a hands-on production engineering position. While technical credibility is critical, the primary focus is leadership, strategic planning, client engagement, and long-term capability building.

POSITION KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Establish and lead HPM's engineering services strategy, ensuring alignment with organizational goals
• Serve as a senior engineering advisor to clients during early planning, feasibility, and evaluation phases
• Collaborate with program development, operations, and business development teams to support new and existing client relationships
• Lead the recruitment, mentoring, and development of engineering talent as the function grows
• Oversee engineering services delivery, ensuring quality, consistency, and alignment with client expectations
• Support client pursuits and presentations by providing engineering insight and options for owner review
• Develop internal standards, best practices, and processes for engineering services
• Ensure compliance with applicable engineering standards, regulations, and safety requirements
• Participate in executive, client, and stakeholder meetings as a representative of engineering leadership

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE NEEDED

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field required
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required or strongly preferred
• 10+ years of engineering experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership or client-facing role
• Proven experience managing or overseeing large-scale engineering projects or programs
• Background in civil site design or land development preferred; other engineering disciplines may be considered with strong leadership breadth
• Strong understanding of modern engineering practices, regulations, and compliance requirements
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage resources, and guide strategic initiatives
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Proven fiscal responsibility with an understanding of scope, fees, schedules, and market forces
• Comfortable operating at the intersection of technical expertise, business strategy, and client advisory