Director of Engineering

*HPM has contracted FireSeeds Recruiting to lead this search and will not accept submissions from other recruiting firms. Qualified candidates should apply directly through LinkedIn.HPM is seeking a Director of Engineering to provide technical leadership, strategic oversight, and integration across complex capital programs. This senior leadership role is responsible for shaping engineering strategy, ensuring technical excellence, and partnering closely with owners, designers, and internal program teams to deliver predictable outcomes across HPM’s portfolio.This Director of Engineering will play a critical role in guiding engineering decision-making from early planning through design and execution. The position emphasizes leadership, coordination, and judgment—bringing clarity to complex technical environments while aligning engineering efforts with owner priorities, program goals, and HPM’s advisory-led approach.This role is not a hands-on design position. Success will be measured by the ability to lead engineering strategy, evaluate and manage technical risk, and serve as a trusted advisor to owners and project teams throughout the lifecycle of major capital programs.ResponsibilitiesServe as HPM’s senior engineering leader and technical advisor across assigned capital programsProvide oversight and guidance on engineering scope, design quality, constructibility, and technical riskPartner closely with owners, design consultants, and program leadership to align engineering decisions with program objectivesReview and evaluate engineering deliverables to ensure alignment with standards, budgets, schedules, and owner expectationsSupport early planning, feasibility, and pre-design efforts to inform project strategy and decision-makingCollaborate with program management, construction, and business development teams during pursuits and project executionHelp establish best practices, standards, and processes for engineering oversight across the firmIdentify and proactively address technical challenges, conflicts, or gaps across disciplinesRepresent HPM with credibility and confidence in owner, consultant, and industry-facing settingsQualificationsBachelor’s degree in Engineering required; Professional Engineer (PE) license strongly preferred12+ years of experience in engineering, design management, or technical leadership within capital programs, construction, or professional servicesBackground in civil, structural, or related engineering disciplines supporting large-scale projectsExperience overseeing or coordinating multi-discipline design teams and external consultantsStrong understanding of capital program delivery, engineering risk management, and owner decision-makingDemonstrated ability to lead through influence rather than direct authorityStrategic thinker with sound technical judgment and attention to detailExcellent communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts for non-technical stakeholdersHigh integrity, professionalism, and alignment with HPM’s people-first culture*HPM has contracted FireSeeds Recruiting to lead this search and will not accept submissions from other recruiting firms. Qualified candidates should apply directly through LinkedIn.