Associate Principal - Mechanical Or Electrical Leader (MEP)

My client, a globally recognised multidisciplinary engineering and design consultancy, is seeking an Associate Principal level Mechanical or Electrical Engineer to join its growing New York-area team.This is a strategic leadership hire focused on strengthening the firm’s market presence, client relationships, and business development capabilities across the region. The successful candidate will play a key role in work-winning activities, client engagement, and the delivery of technically complex multidisciplinary projects.The role offers strong visibility internally and externally, with the opportunity to work alongside senior leadership and contribute directly to long-term regional growth initiatives.Key ResponsibilitiesSupport business development and strategic growth initiatives across the New York marketBuild and maintain strong client relationshipsLead or contribute to proposals, presentations, interviews, and bid submissionsRepresent the business at industry networking events and conferencesCollaborate across multidisciplinary engineering teams on complex projectsMentor and support junior engineering staffContribute to commercial strategy, risk management, and project performance oversightDesired BackgroundEstablished client relationships and market presence within the New York / New Jersey regionStrong experience within building engineering consulting environmentsSector experience may include:Commercial real estateHospitalityResidential mixed-useCultural / civic projectsHigher education and science facilitiesGovernment projectsProven leadership and business development capabilitiesAbility to build trust quickly and operate effectively within senior client-facing environmentsPreferred QualificationsProfessional Engineer (PE) license preferredNCEES certification advantageousLEED accreditation beneficialStrong commercial awareness and understanding of project delivery riskCompensation & BenefitsExpected compensation range is approximately $170k–$240k base salary depending on experience, technical background, and market alignment, alongside a highly competitive overall benefits package.This opportunity offers:Flexible working arrangementsStrong progression and leadership opportunitiesExposure to high-profile and technically complex projectsCollaborative multidisciplinary project environmentsCompetitive retirement, bonus, and broader benefits structureFor a confidential discussion regarding the client, team structure, and opportunity, please apply directly or contact GH Engage.