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Department Manager | Mechanical

Melville, NY · On-site

$135K - $175K/yr

H2M architects and engineers is seeking a Department Manager to join our well-established Melville ... Direct and manage the Mechanical Engineering department, which includes overseeing staff workload ...

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Department Manager | Mechanical

Melville, NY • On-site

h2m
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$135K - $175K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 5 days ago

Job description

H2M architects and engineers is seeking a Department Manager to join our well-established Melville, NY office. We seeks a dynamic professional engineer to direct projects, manage client relations, and develop and manage our Mechanical team (at various levels) on overall HVAC design/project management responsibilities.

Job Responsibilities

  • Direct and manage the Mechanical Engineering department, which includes overseeing staff workload and ensuring the timely completion of all Mechanical/HVAC projects in coordination of other MEP teams and disciplines within the firm.
  • Reviews and approves scopes, budgets and schedules for assignments; assess overall project and financial performance.
  • Project supervision and coordination with other engineering and architecture departments within the firm.
  • Preparation of construction drawings and specifications for public and private bidding.
  • Client relationship building; communicate with clients in support and coordination of all project activities.
  • Technical leadership, production and scheduling, quality control and cost proposals. 
  • Participate in possible business development initiatives and efforts. 
  • Nurture client relationships, which include attending meetings, answering questions and/or providing resolutions to problems/issues that may arise.
  • Lead/Attend project meetings pertaining to construction administration; review contractor submittals and provide feedback and clarification when needed.
  • Other functions/duties as assigned to grow, enhance and lead the Mechanical Engineering team and MEP discipline .

Education and Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
  • Professional Engineer license required. 
  • 20+ years of overall MEP experience, with strong focus on HVAC projects, in a consulting firm; must have at least 10 years devoted to project management and development/oversight of staff.
  • Must have prior experience working with local municipalities/government agencies. 
  • Demonstrated technical leadership and management skills 
  • Demonstrated ability to manage and lead Mechanical/HVAC staff at various levels.
  • Ability to manage and prioritize Mechanical projects of various complexity levels; demonstrated ability to effectively develop, grow, and enhance client relationships. 
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.

The salary range for this role is $135,000 - $175,000 annually.

The employment offer may deviate from this published range based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, experience, specialty, knowledge, education, geography and/or related certifications – not related to any applicant’s characteristics protected by local, state or federal law.  Note: The salary or hourly rate indicated does not include other forms of compensation or benefits.   

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