Director of Engineering
Director of Engineering
Location: Tampa, FL (Hybrid)
Type: Full-Time
Overview
A highly respected, employee-owned design firm is seeking a Director of Engineering to lead its national engineering discipline, including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and low-voltage systems.
This is a strategic leadership role focused on driving technical excellence, operational performance, and team development across a diverse portfolio of projects that support healthcare, education, and research environments.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide leadership and oversight of national engineering operations, including staffing, project delivery, and financial performance
- Lead and develop Engineering Leaders, fostering a collaborative and high-performing culture
- Ensure consistent execution of project delivery standards to drive quality, client satisfaction, and profitability
- Align team capacity with project demand, optimizing utilization, revenue, and growth
- Partner with executive leadership to identify hiring needs and build a strong talent pipeline
- Mentor and develop staff, supporting career progression and organizational success
- Promote a culture of accountability, ownership, and continuous improvement
Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering
- Professional Engineer (PE) license required
- 15+ years of experience in the A/E industry, including leadership of engineering teams or disciplines
- Strong business acumen with experience managing utilization, financial performance, and project delivery
- Proven ability to build, lead, and scale high-performing teams
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Collaborative leadership style with a strong sense of ownership
Why Apply?
- Join a nationally recognized, employee-owned firm with a strong reputation in healthcare and institutional design
- Opportunity to shape the future direction of a growing engineering discipline
- Work in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment with architecture and design teams
- Clear path to executive-level impact and influence
Benefits Include
- Competitive compensation + performance-based incentives
- Employee ownership program (ESOP) with retirement contributions
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Flexible paid time off and parental leave
- Hybrid work schedule
- Paid volunteer time and community engagement initiatives
- Modern, collaborative office environment
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