• Perform and direct design of ductwork, piping and equipment selection for HVAC systems independently on assigned projects. Complex projects could be under the supervision of a professional engineer. As necessary assist with Plumbing and Fire Protection Designs.
• May supervise or provide project management direction within the mechanical discipline to include the monitoring of project progresses and project budget.
• Calculate heating, cooling loads, layout, design ductwork, and piping using energy modeling software.
• Prepare Revit/BIM modeling of construction drawings of HVAC systems from schematic design to construction administration phases including layout, sketches and detail drawings as required. As necessary perform Revit/BIM modeling for plumbing and fire protection systems.
• Edit specifications relating to existing or new projects.
• Independently research as need arises and respond to emergent issues.
• Specify mechanical equipment such as boilers, chillers, and air handling units.
• Review shop drawings for compliance of specifications and contract documents.
• Interface effectively with clients and members of the project team, attend Owner, Architect, Construction Administration (OAC) meetings with an understanding and focus on the project budget.
• Respond to RFI’s and review of change orders in the preparation of construction documents.
• Conduct job site visits to verify existing conditions and observe construction progress. Attend and participate in construction meetings. Site visits frequently require a physical walk-through of site.
• Coordinates work activities on specific projects with several persons with various levels of capability; participates in business development and marketing activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

The successful candidate will provide regional administrative leadership, support, and oversight of office administrative staff. You will work with the regional and office leadership to set foundational expectations for office staff and develop processes to accomplish them.  You will be responsible directly to the Regional Practice Director. Due to the nature of this role, this position will be performed primarily onsite in one of the region’s offices and will require travel between the offices. Must be available to work in the office Monday – Friday and manage or provide occasional coverage for office events in the evenings and on the weekends as needed. 

• Work closely with the regional and office leaders and the Associate Practice Directors to design processes that support the firm’s policies and provide consistency and clarity across the region.
• Collaborate with regional and office leaders to contribute to a supportive, firm-first office culture.  
• Team with other Regional Managers to ensure consistency in application of practices regarding office management.
• Organize and provide support for office upgrades, moves and openings in coordination with the Project Manager and office leaders.
• Work with regional and office leaders and the Associate Practice Directors to promote consistent engagement strategies such as office-based leagues, events, etc. that also align with our firm’s policies.
• Team with the Regional Controller, the OPLs, and the Associate Practice Directors for the management of overhead and marketing costs.
• Work with the other Regional Administrative Managers to promote practices for consistent requests for firm resources (budget requests, conference requests, donation requests, spot bonus requests, etc.)
• Lead the office managers and/or the administrative staff in all regional offices to ensure they are delivering services with a client-focused mindset, ensuring a positive experience for internal and external stakeholders. 
• Create and maintain practices for greeting and assisting visitors, staff, and vendors with professionalism, creating a welcoming front-of-house experience.
• Work with the office managers and administrative staff to ensure a professional and clean work environment per the firm’s policies.
• Coordinate with regional and local IT support for staff needs.
• Provide consistent management of our regional office’s property concerns.
• Demonstrate strong organizational skills to manage multiple responsibilities efficiently. 
• Create practices for office administrative assistants to manage calendars, schedule meetings, coordinate travel arrangements, draft contracts, take meeting notes, and prepare or review expense reports for staff. 
• Set practices for the consistent coordination and execution of internal office events, milestone events, including arranging external services such as catering and supplies and managing Facility Use Agreements and the understanding of local alcohol policies. 
• Organize and standardize the acquisition and maintenance of inventory and organization of office and hospitality supplies for the region. 
• Team with the Associate Practice Directors to organize and support local onboarding efforts for new staff. 
• Create training and expectations for new office managers, receptionists or office administrative staff and ensure local office managers are providing mentorship consistently across the region.
• Manage staff that support mail and delivery services across the region for incoming and outgoing mail and packages, including USPS, FedEx, UPS, and courier services. 
• Complete assigned tasks with accuracy, timeliness, and attention to quality. Identify issues or inefficiencies and design solutions in concert with regional and local leaders and the Associate Practice Directors.
• Become well versed in and train the use of common software programs such as Microsoft Office and Bluebeam Studio to support administrative tasks and communications effectively. 
• Ensure the administrative and local managerial staff are managing confidential information with discretion and professionalism. 
• Ensure compliance with record retention policy standards. 
• Other duties as assigned, office, region or business unit size may be considered when evaluating the business need for this role. 

• Minimum of eight years of relevant experience required with ten years of relevant experience preferred.
• Minimum of two years of related supervisory experience required, with four years of related supervisory experience preferred.  
• Minimum High School Diploma or GED required. Associates degree preferred. 
• Capability of performing in a leadership role for single and multiple offices with strong managerial skills.
• Must possess business acumen.
• Experience working in a professional services firm preferred.  
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.  
• Strong attention to detail and focus on accuracy with work are essential.  
• Ability to work in a highly collaborative and deadline-driven environment.  
• Demonstrates enthusiasm, a proactive mindset, and readiness to take on new assignments and responsibilities. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite is required. 
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds. 

• With appropriate supervision you may perform uncomplicated designs of piping, controls and equipment selection for Plumbing/Fire Protection systems for building design. As necessary assist with HVAC Designs.
• Assist in Revit/BIM modeling of construction drawings of plumbing and fire protection systems from schematic design to construction administration phases with supervisory oversight. As necessary perform Revit/BIM modeling for HVAC systems.
• May assist/coordinate with specifications as a member of the design team.
• May write draft reports to be reviewed by a senior engineer.
• Review submittals and shop drawings for compliance with the contract documents.
• May perform job site visits to verify existing conditions and observe construction progress. Site visits frequently require a physical walk-through of site.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Leading the design programming, development, modification & review of planning concepts & solutions for higher education design projects including drafting master plans.
• Utilizing Revit, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite, ArcGIS, QGIS, AutoCAD, Qualtrics & Mirto to develop feasibility studies & space needs assessments.
• Assisting in development of architectural & planning concept drawings & specifications to translate planning concepts into project documentation for construction.
• Implementing integrated sustainable design solutions.
• Preparing architectural presentations for clients.
• Leading user group meetings to collect and refine program needs & assess space utilization.
• Communicate planning concepts to project teams & owners.
• Attending field site inspections.

• Bachelor’s degree Architecture, Urban Design or related field required.
• Must have 5 years’ experience in the following areas:
• Leading the design programming, development, modification & review of planning concepts & solutions for higher education design projects including drafting master plans.
• Utilizing Revit, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite, ArcGIS, QGIS, AutoCAD, Qualtrics & Mirto to develop feasibility studies & space needs assessments.
• Assisting in development of architectural & planning concept drawings & specifications to translate planning concepts into project documentation for construction.
• Implementing integrated sustainable design solutions.
• Preparing architectural presentations for clients.
• Leading user group meetings to collect and refine program needs & assess space utilization.
• Communicate planning concepts to project teams & owners.
• Attending field site inspections.

• We are relentless in our pursuit of client adoration (not simply satisfaction). Consistent delivery of the best service is what we are about.
• We are committed to ensuring our practice provides equal opportunities for all employees, as we strive to connect with communities around us and focus on the future of design. We support equity, diversity, and inclusion efforts that benefit all employees through the leadership of our DEI Council, our Employee Resource Groups which are open to everyone, and other community initiatives.
• We’re about communication and transparency here. If you want to talk to someone about an idea you have, or a challenge that needs addressing, we’re ready for you. 

• Perform and direct complex design of ductwork, piping and equipment selection for HVAC systems for large scale size buildings. Able to work independently in all Mechanical disciplines with no oversight or guidance. As necessary assist with Plumbing and Fire Protection Designs.
• Oversee, guide, mentor and provide technical leadership to designers and engineering team.
• Direct the work of less experienced staff including the development and presentation of annual performance reviews.
• May serve in the QAQC process and an independent reviewer.
• Interface effectively with clients and members of the design team.
• Oversee the use of engineering complexities related to the use Energy Model software.
• Prepare Revit/BIM modeling of construction drawings of HVAC systems from schematic design to construction administration phases including layout, sketches and detail drawings as required. As necessary perform Revit/BIM modeling for plumbing and fire protection systems.
• Specify mechanical equipment such as boilers, chillers, and air handling units.
• Review and accept selective shop drawings for compliance of specifications and contract documents.
• Interface effectively with clients and members of the project team and attend Owner, Architect, Construction Administration (OAC) meetings with an understanding and focus on the project budget.
• Participate or lead value engineering sessions with Architectural/Engineering team.
• Recommend improvements with reference standards and processes to improve quality, coordination, and to streamline production efforts.
• Conduct staff development activities including work planning, budget development, scheduling in conjunction with the Project Manager.
• Respond to RFI’s and review of change orders in the preparation of construction documents.
• Conduct job site visits to verify existing conditions and observe construction progress.  Attend and participate in construction meetings. Site visits frequently require a physical walk-through of site.
• Represents company in project activities; directs activities of project team members; represents company in business development and marketing activities. May serve on internal and/or professional committees.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL NEED

• Minimum of 8 years of related experience required.
• Current PE in the United States required.
• LEED accreditation preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Life Safety Codes
• Ability to work independently in all mechanical disciplines with no oversight or guidance.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be a critical thinker.
• Must be highly analytical.
• Must have the ability to engage effectively with clients.
• Must be a fully qualified professional able to perform work with a high degree of latitude, with some ambiguity in work.    
• Able to effectively handle multiple projects.
• Experience in computer applications for engineering design programs (i.e. Revit, Trane Trace or Trane 3D Plus) required.