Mechanical Engineer Department Manager MEP

Bala Consulting Engineers is a 200-person engineering firm headquartered just outside of Philadelphia in Wayne, PA with full-service offices in New York, NY, Boston, MA, Nottingham, MD, and Arlington, VA.   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, experienced Mechanical Engineer (AEC/MEP) with leadership capability to lead our combined Baltimore and Washington, DC area Mechanical Engineering Departments and supporting the function enterprise-wide. Primary responsibilities of the Mechanical Engineer Department Manager MEP 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 Requirements for this position include:  •    10 plus years’ experience in mechanical design (MEP) •    Team supervisory experience •    Bachelor’s degree mechanical engineering and PE license required  •    Skilled technical writer  •    Expert knowledge of building codes •    Excellent interpersonal skills •    Self-motivated attitude with the ability to multitask and thrive in a timeline-driven environment with the ability 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: Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance package 401(k) with employer match Employer Paid Life Insurance Up to (5) weeks of PTO based on years of experience and (8) paid holidays 8 hours of Volunteer Time Off Tuition and Licensure Reimbursement Federal Student Loan Assistance including match up to $5,250 per year Section 529 Plan (College Saving Plan) Employee Referral Program Full-time roles work in office and qualify for one day remote work 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.