Mechanical Engineering Leader

Joining Arup

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective – in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas.

You will have the opportunity to do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve. 

The opportunity

Our Washington, DC office is looking to add a Mechanical Engineering Leader to our growing multi-disciplinary team. We have worked in the local market for the past 30 years and established a physical office in 2010. You will be leading mechanical design and coordination for a variety of projects. Our team works on local, regional, and global projects such as academic buildings, institutional and government buildings, museums, laboratories, commercial offices, and mission critical installations.

The position sits within the DC Mechanical Team and is intended to support our growth within the DC Maryland Virginia (DMV) market. This role will have direct reports and help mentor and lead staff members in the local market. This person will be responsible for leading projects as a PM as well as assisting with continuing to grow our business in the DMV Market.

• As a senior leader you will help grow the office both in terms of staff and revenue.
• The current team has a wide range of experience that needs support and guidance.
• The DC office has a projects in a variety of different sectors including Government, Aviation and Arts and Culture.
• You would be part of a small growing team supported by the wider Arup team in the region. This will allow you to grow within the organization and help build the business and gives you an opportunity to rise in the organization.
• Being part of a wider multi- disciplinary team you will be given the opportunity to work with other team members in different fields in pursuing interesting and challenging projects.
• As a leader you will provide technical support and identify key areas for staffing on projects. You will develop your role as a project manager taking responsibility for both the technical and financial success of your projects.
• With Arup’s flexible working policy we expect our leaders to show example and be in the office as much as practically possible to help support our younger team members by being visible and accessible and provide technical guidance and insights. You will help improve a foster a culture of excellence.

The skills 

• Minimum 12 years of related experience with a consistent record of mechanical system design for buildings, incorporating sustainability goals required.
• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering required.
• PE required, with experienced engineer of record preferred; 
• Identify staffing needs and actively engage in the recruitment and hiring process to make sound hiring decisions.
• Support career development for team members through participation in promotion, appraisal, and review processes, as well as mentoring and coaching.
• Build a climate of trust and openness within the team, develop individuals in their technical specialization, and provide timely feedback and recognition.
• Monitor project budgets, expenses, and financial performance to achieve revenue targets and profit margins.
• Implement financial controls and risk management practices to mitigate financial risks associated with projects.
• Ensure alignment of contracts with the firm's commercial objectives and risk tolerance by negotiating contracts, terms, and conditions.
• Identify potential clients and projects that align with the firm's expertise and strategic goals.
• Lead the development and execution of business development strategies to win new projects and contracts, and diversify services provided to clients.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with existing and prospective clients, and help build relationships with new clients.
• Oversee the preparation of proposals and bid submissions.
• Be a visible member of the senior DC office team, helping to raise the firm’s profile through industry engagement and local events.
• Establish and maintain quality assurance processes and standards to ensure excellence in delivery.
• Identify and mitigate project risks related to technical, regulatory, and contractual requirements.
• Implement quality control measures to monitor and improve project outcomes and client satisfaction.
• Focus on low-carbon and zero-energy design, including ground source systems, load shedding by thermal mass, and natural ventilation.
• Present technical material in traditional and innovative ways for review by both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Stay informed about trends and standard methodologies in the DMV market.

Preferred:

• NCEES certification.
• LEED Accreditation, WELL Certification, or ASHRAE BXCP Certification.
• LEED AP BD+C.

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The Benefits – What we offer you

At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together.

Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognizes the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.

We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts. 

Benefits that Work - At Arup, we have a comprehensive and valuable benefits program that works for our employees and their families while keeping costs low. These benefits provide health and welfare security for you as well as paid time off for rest and renewal. As a member of Arup, everyone shares in our success through a global profit share scheme (payments are dependent on the firm’s financial performance). Our Global Profit Share Plan (paid bi-annually) provides an opportunity for you to share in the success of the Firm. As a valued employee of Arup, you can also choose to participate in our 401(k) plan with up to 10% company match to help you save for your future

Flexible Working - We believe that flexible arrangements create a more inclusive way of working that supports our diversity and the wellbeing of our people. Options for alternative schedules and the ability to work outside of the office for a portion of your workweek are available

Hiring Range - The good faith base salary hiring range for this job if performed in DC is $141,900 - $190,000 per year. This range is commensurate with experience, educational background, and skill level. Benefits are not included in the base salary. Please note hiring ranges for candidates performing work outside of DC will differ. 

Life at Arup – Different People, Shared Values

Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence.

Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup.

Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture – from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender, LGBTQ+ and disability – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference - Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup .

Our application process

We will be reviewing our candidates for this position on a rolling basis. Once you have applied you will be evaluated and potentially moved on to the next round, at which point a member of the talent resourcing team will reach out to you directly.

Arup is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, spouse of protected veteran, or disability.

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