Vice President Electrical Engineering Jobs in Kansas

SiTESPAN is a solutions provider that specializes in the design, construction, and operation of highly technical facilities in mission critical, financial services, industrial, energy and pharmaceutical industries. Visit our website at www.sitespanllc.com for more information.

We are looking for an A-Level Vice President of Engineering who will leverage their extensive industry knowledge and experience leading engineering teams, as well as share in operational leadership and business development responsibilities. They will be well-respected in the industry and with a large network of existing relationships, they are eager to introduce SiTESPAN.

This is very much a start‑up opportunity, with only a small design group currently existing. The primary day‑one responsibilities will be working with the CEO and VP of Business Development to build the design team into a self‑sufficient project and revenue generator.

• The ability to better cultivate your relationship building talent
• A company that will over‑deliver on its promises
• A direct correlation between your Leadership abilities and compensation

• Achieve target client/revenue growth, by carrying Business Development leads through to successful negotiation of new contracts.
• Deliver an exceptional client experience, exceeding their expectations and delivering beyond industry standards.
• Expand market awareness/presence, through the reputation of unique solutions.
• Successfully recruit and retain a staff of exceptional performers. This includes building upon an already successful culture.

1. Retained fundamental knowledge in AutoCAD, REVIT, BIM, and strong computer skills necessary to accomplish (and support) electrical designs
2. Knowledge of NFPA Standards
3. Working knowledge of other building systems (e.g. fire alarm, low voltage communications, security, lighting controls and BAS networks)
4. Knowledge of fundamental business principles and practices
5. Ability to apply theoretical knowledge to achieve cost‑effective, constructible design solutions
6. Ability to work within a multidisciplinary design team in a fast‑paced environment
7. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively; to express ideas; to share information; and to prepare clear, well‑organized correspondence, reports and similar documents
8. Ability to demonstrate effective conflict resolution and creative problem solving
9. Ability to think strategically
10. Strong ability to build relationships, lead others into action, and work exceptionally well under pressure

1. Talented at developing strategy
2. Self‑reflective Leader, with an Entrepreneurial spirit
3. Client‑focused
4. Knowledge and understanding of industry
5. Action‑oriented/results‑driven
6. Adaptability
7. Positive attitude
8. Ability and willingness to learn

1. Participating in company strategy development
2. Continually building and improving client relationships, both new and existing. Staying connected to changing client needs.
3. Staying connected to the engineering community, to build relationships; with the intent of building staff, design team structure, and culture

1. Company growth
2. Client satisfaction
3. Developing staff and cultural innovations
4. Professional development

• Oversee the design and engineering of facility and building systems for data centers and other highly‑technical facilities in accordance with client requirements for reliability and uptime.
• Work closely with our Build Group for design build efforts.
• Work closely with our Advanced Mission Critical group on modernization and capacity improvement projects for live environments.
• Work closely with management to implement best practices in building and maintaining new and existing client relationships.
• Propose innovative solutions and strategize with the team to resolve concerns and/or conflicts that require adaptation and modification of standard techniques, procedures and criteria.
• Provide leadership to the engineering team through effective coaching, delegation, and communication.
• Develop processes to improve the cross‑functional team approach to Design‑Build‑Operate business practices of SiTESPAN. Ie: further develop the currenty highly‑functional team atmosphere.

• Must have experience managing P&L and leading divisional teams
• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Master’s Degree is preferred
• 15+ years’ experience in electrical/mechanical system design (UPS, generators, switchgears, PDU’s, batteries, chillers, CRAC units, etc.)
• 8+ years’ experience leading a design team of no fewer than 20 engineers
• Registered Professional Engineer (PE).

Fast‑paced, dynamic, cross‑functional, and challenging office environment. We track performance on the successful execution of responsibilities. Employees are expected to adapt their schedule and work location to the needs of the organization and clients while allowing flexibility to seek a good work/life balance in their schedule.

Salary will be better than market rate, based on education and relevant experience. This position will benefit from a generous profit sharing and bonus structure.

• Group medical, dental and vision insurance
• Flexible spending account (FSA)
• Voluntary life insurance
• Employer‑paid long‑term disability insurance
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Safe Harbor 401k retirement plan
• Better than industry average paid time‑off
• Great opportunities for personal and professional growth