Director Engineering Process

Richardson, TX, US • Posted 3 hours ago • Updated 3 hours ago

Full Time

On-site

$225000/yr

Vaco by Highspring

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Title: Director of Engineering Process
Type: Full-time W2 - NOT OFFERING SPONSORSHIP
Location: Onsite in Richardson, TX
Salary: $150,000 - 225,000 per year

The Director Engineering Process is responsible for managing staff within the Process and Chemical Discipline. Manages career development for discipline staff while aligning capabilities to meet current and future market needs. Ensures the team meets task schedules, produces quality deliverables, and respects project budgets and earned value projections. Cooperates with and supports Project Management in achieving contracted deliverables and target profitability margins on projects. Manages the discipline budget.

Adopts and promotes the company's commitment to always provide a safe workplace that strives for an Incident and Injury Free environment where everyone goes home safe every day
Ensures company safety policies and the Site Specific Plan are proactively communicated and consistently enforced on all projects
Attracts and retains premier talent through recruiting, mentoring, training and other employee development activities
Encourages and promotes an atmosphere of collaboration, creativity, ingenuity, progress, efficiency, and enthusiasm within the respective Discipline, including contributing to professional association workgroups, industry forums, and technical seminars and conferences
Functions as a senior level client liaison, soliciting feedback from clients regarding team performance, potential projects, and other support needed. Through this process, establish strong client relationships in order to position the company as the preferred partner for key clients
Collaborates with Discipline Directors, Project Managers and Construction Managers to develop and integrate processes and procedures (Project Execution Systems) including Quality Management and Continuous Improvement Programs
Supports development and effective use of Project Controls including budget and cost analysis, project scheduling, use of the Fee Development Guide (FDG), and Earned Value Analysis
Accountable to the Director Design Operations for the Discipline
Responsible for managing a multi office organization
Responsible for providing a balance of support, guidance, empowerment and accountability of the department’s staff
Manages annual Forecast projections, financial performance assessment, and ongoing staffing and utilization forecasts
Establishes and maintains a succession strategy for key positions including the Director in the discipline
If a registered Professional Engineer, the Discipline Director is expected to serve as the Company’s Engineer in
Responsible Charge or qualifier (for purposes of acquiring and maintaining corporate licenses) in all jurisdictions in which he/she maintains a professional registration. The Discipline Director may also be required, as business needs dictate, to seek licensure in additional jurisdiction

Other duties as assigned
Minimum Required
•   Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field preferred
•   Professional Engineering (PE) License required
•   Nation Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES) Record required
•   7+ years of experience
•   4+ years of Management experience
•   Experience in the role of Project Discipline Lead
•   Experience working directly with clients and internal team leads for active change management through all phases of project development
•   Experience in leading proposal development
•   Experience should include examples of promoting a strong Safety Culture, including incorporation of Safety in Design
Preferred
•   Prior experience in Architectural or Structural Project Delivery Leadership role, including management
•   Prior experience in roles with primary function as a Design Engineer/Architect/Structural project lead for design or design-build project(s) for high-tech manufacturing or “clean” facilities, scope including all typical facility design disciplines (CSA, MEP, etc.)
•   Experience of minimum of two projects with at least $100M in COW for Engineering and Architectural/Structural Design services
•   Proven examples of at least two direct reports growing into new roles

Ability to inspire, direct and manage others
Ability to manage a multi office organization
Able to manage discipline specific consultants as required by projects; developing master service agreements and scopes of work for project contracts
Demonstrated ability managing at least five direct reports
Strong Communication skills and inclusion of all Stakeholders in decision process
Strong problem-solving and organizational skills
Excellent general understanding of related engineering disciplines such as mechanical, electrical, process systems, automation, structural and architectural
Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan. Additional disclaimer: Unless otherwise noted in the job description, the position Vaco/Highspring is filing for is occupied. Please note, however, that Vaco/Highspring is regularly asked to provide talent to other organizations. By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions. Submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring minimum job requirements noted in the position are satisfied. Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase within Vaco/Highspring will be otherwise assessed by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco/Highspring does not have knowledge of the tools used by its clients in making final hiring decisions and cannot opine on their use of AI products.

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Dice Id: 10115369
Position Id: 468136
Posted 3 hours ago

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About Vaco by Highspring

Vaco is the Talent Solutions division of Highspring, a leading global professional services organization. With expertise in Accounting and Finance, Technology and Digital, and Human Resources and Operations, Vaco provides Contract Staffing and Direct Hire solutions. Vaco’s parent company, Highspring, helps clients with two additional integrated service offerings: Consulting and Managed Services. With more than 10,000 employees across more than 45 offices worldwide, Highspring gives partners the agility to thrive, address challenges, and seize opportunities in a rapidly changing world. Get to know us at vaco.com. 

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