Director of Operations (Engineering Consulting)

Travel: Approximately 15%

Position Type: Full-Time

Relocation Assistance Available

About the Opportunity

A well-established engineering consulting firm is seeking a Director of Operations to lead its Repair and Modernization practice. This leadership role is responsible for overseeing business operations, managing engineering teams, strengthening client relationships, and ensuring successful delivery of projects.

The ideal candidate will have a background in civil or structural engineering or architecture with experience in building restoration, forensic engineering, or building enclosure consulting. This position requires someone who is both technically strong and comfortable in a client-facing consulting environment.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership

• Lead, mentor, and develop engineering team members
• Conduct regular one-on-one meetings with direct reports and support professional development
• Provide technical guidance and oversight on select projects
• Support hiring, training, and performance management of staff
• Promote a collaborative and high-performance team culture

Operations

• Oversee project coordination and delivery across both short-term and complex projects
• Allocate resources to meet utilization and revenue targets
• Review engineering deliverables for accuracy, quality, and compliance
• Support proposal development by providing technical and staffing input
• Maintain strong relationships with clients and stakeholders
• Assist with invoicing, financial tracking, and accounts receivable follow-up as needed

Strategic Planning

• Participate in business unit planning and operational strategy
• Monitor market conditions and anticipate changes in client needs
• Develop revenue projections and resource planning forecasts
• Provide operational updates and performance metrics to leadership
• Support long-term growth initiatives and service expansion

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Architecture, or a related discipline
• At least 8 years of experience in engineering, architecture, construction management, or project management within design, construction, or forensic consulting
• Experience in Restoration and Repair Engineering
• Experience in Forensic Engineering
• Experience in Building Enclosure Consulting
• Experience in Structural or Architectural Consulting
• Experience managing teams, projects, or a business unit
• Strong understanding of the design and construction process from concept through completion
• Ability to review and interpret construction drawings and technical documentation
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) license or AIA license
• Experience with business unit leadership, revenue forecasting, or operational planning
• Consulting engineering experience

Additional Information

This role requires a client-facing professional who enjoys working with teams and building relationships. Candidates whose experience is primarily in mechanical, electrical, chemical, or geotechnical engineering will not be considered for this position.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screening.

Sponsorship is not available for this role.

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