Team Leader - MEP Engineering

MEP Team Leader

With offices across Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, and Wisconsin, Clark Dietz, Inc. is a 100% employee-owned ENR Top 500 Design Firm. We are recognized leaders in transportation, civil, environmental, structural, mechanical, electrical and construction engineering. We succeed Together and believe that an inclusive workplace builds stronger teams and better solutions for our clients and communities. Our culture promotes innovation, and professional growth through collaboration, mentoring and Communities of Practice.

We currently have an opportunity for an experienced engineer to join our Illinois Region as MEP Team Leader. This position will be based out of our Chicago office with WFH flexibility and designated office days. The Team Leader manages projects and staff and serves as a technical lead for one of the MEP disciplines (mechanical, electrical or plumbing). The MEP Team serves clients with planning, design, and construction services for architectural and municipal infrastructure projects. Our work includes the design of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, fire protection & security systems for residence halls, offices, police & fire stations, and water & wastewater treatment facilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Provides technical leadership and project management for MEP engineering projects and is accountable for project performance and quality deliverables.
• Leads or assists with the development of project scope, budget and schedule and any subsequent fee negotiations or contract amendments.
• Manages project tasks, defines design criteria and performs or delegates project tasks as needed.
• Collaborates with other teams (Civil, Transportation, Structural) on projects requiring MEP design services.
• Monitors task assignments and deadlines and ensures QC/QA processes are implemented and followed for assigned projects.
• Actively supports the development of MEP staff by delegating and explaining tasks, providing guidance and reviewing work.
• Provides regular coaching to assigned staff and actively works to build the depth of the team through training and development activities.
• Performs administrative functions including timesheet and expense report approval.
• Participates in recruiting new staff, interviewing and making hiring recommendations.
• Assists the Area Manager with billing, monitoring project performance, workload forecasting, staff utilization and other administrative tasks.
• Collaborates on project pursuits with the Area Manager and Business Development staff and develops relationships with existing clients and prospects.
• Stays up to date on new technologies, tools, codes and methods through active participation in industry or technical associations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• B.S. degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Architectural Engineering and Illinois Professional Engineer (PE) license is required.
• 15+ years of experience as a consulting engineer with a focus on the design of MEP building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire protection). 5+ years of experience managing people and projects.
• Strong knowledge of applicable codes and standards for MEP designs (ASHRAE, NEC, NFP, etc.).
• Demonstrated project management experience including development of scope, schedule, and budget with accountability for project financial performance.
• Proficient or knowledgeable with the capabilities of the following design and modeling tools is required: MS Office, Revit, Trane Load/Trace, Carrier/Hap or others.
• Experience with Deltek Vantagepoint or other ERP systems is desirable.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to make client presentations and develop/edit reports.
• A valid driver's license is required with the ability to travel to client or project sites as needed.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary + hiring bonus + annual performance bonus.
• Comprehensive benefits package plus 401(k) & ESOP with unlimited company match.
• Flexible hybrid schedule with work-from-home options.
• Support for licensure, education, and career development.
• Opportunity for ownership in a thriving, employee-centric firm.

Clark Dietz is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences.