Mechanical Engineering Practice Lead

Job Description

Summary

The Mechanical Engineering Practice Lead is responsible for the assignment, development, and work quality of a team of professionals in Mechanical Engineering.

Essential Functions

Responsible for managing a team of Mechanical Engineers and adhering to TERRA Management Expectations for the full employee life cycle:

• Reviews and approves resource estimates and staffing assignment schedules for Mechanical Engineering for each project
• Forecasts resources using resource planning and determines course of action to obtain resources (i.e., assign, acquire or develop)
• Responsible for keeping up with and educating staff on industry trends
• In partnership with the Director of MEP, executes on the development of future skill sets identified in the Division’s and Company’s strategic plan
• Monitors the quality and progress of the team, ensuring production requirements are satisfied; works closely with Project Managers to resolve any existing or forecasted problems related to mechanical staffing, quality of work, schedule performance or productivity
• Establishes standards and procedure manuals for the Mechanical Engineering team, makes improvements to department procedures, and holds team accountable to adherence
• Manages and deploys relative software and systems to the projects
• Ensures compliance with all laws and regulations applicable to the assigned discipline
• Develops and implements policies and procedures within area of expertise
• Ensures compliance with corporate policies
• Audits Mechanical Engineering project work to ensure compliance with codes, standards, and contracts
• Keeps abreast of current technology germane to the Mechanical Engineering team
• Participates in professional organizations; makes presentations at meetings and seminars (internal and external)
• Supports Professional Engineering licensing and technical papers in professional publications
• Identifies project opportunities and assists in developing proposals
• Participates in review of all major proposals and initiatives affecting the Mechanical Engineering team
• Supports pre-contract and business development efforts as required, serving as technical consultant
• Provides technical consultation to client and Company management as needed
• Partners with other leaders on staff development, division adherence to policies and procedures, and identifying and promoting best practices
• Other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an ABET accredited institution required (discipline in Mechanical Engineering)
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required
• 10+ years of proven experience in area of HVAC, Plumbing and Fire Protection Design
• 6-10 years of experience managing, developing, or mentoring professionals in area of discipline
• Proven design experience in the design of Data Centers is required
• Strong oral and written communication skills needed to communicate with all levels of the organization and external contacts
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications

About TERRA Engineering

Founded in 1992, TERRA Engineering, Ltd. (TERRA) is a woman-owned, full-service engineering firm that also offers Landscape Architecture and Land Surveying expertise. We provide quality services for client-specific solutions within scope, budget, and schedule. TERRA’s missionis to become the Professional Service firm of choice by empowering our employees to be innovative and socially responsible while achieving sustainable and profitable growth.

Our multi-disciplinary team brings robust knowledge and diverse experience to our clients’…