Building Engineering Services Business Group Manager

Company: Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising
Location: Chicago
Posted on: November 1, 2024

Job Description:

Building Engineering Services Business Group Manager - (178190)About UsAt HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. While we are most well-known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high-performance buildings and smart infrastructure, we provide much more than that. We create an unshakable foundation for progress because our multidisciplinary teams also include scientists, economists, builders, analysts and artists. That's why we believe diversity is our greatest strength. HDR is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer.We believe that the way we work can add meaning and value to the world. That ideas inspire positive change. That coloring outside the lines can illuminate fresh perspectives. And that small details yield important realizations. Above all, we believe that collaboration is the best way forward.HDR is seeking a strong Business Group Manager to lead and grow our newly formed Building Engineering Services Business Group in the IL/IN Area.Primary ResponsibilitiesThe Building Engineering Services Business Group Manager will provide broad engineering, consulting, planning and program management services to a strong client base in the Illinois/Indiana Area. This position is responsible for developing and implementing strategies to grow the business and diversify the client base. In addition, the position will oversee a building engineering project delivery team of about 12 staff in the Area and growing.The Building Engineering Services group provides mechanical, electrical, plumbing, lighting, site civil, structural and specialty design services for a wide variety of buildings that include public, municipal, private, and Federal project types across the region and globally. The Chicago team focuses on Mission Critical project types and is looking to expand in Healthcare, Education/Science, Commercial Real Estate, and Industrial. The chosen candidate will be responsible for implementation of a business plan that is focused on responsible and smart growth opportunities in the identified market sectors.Responsibilities also include participating in strategic client and project pursuits, potentially managing projects, providing technical services, staff administration, marketing, overseeing quality of deliverables, and supervising and mentoring staff. The business group manager, in partnership with the Area Manager, prepares annual revenue forecasts and budgets, monitors performance of the business group. The business group manager will also help sell and win projects that match the expertise and developmental goals of the staff. This position works closely and collaboratively with all of HDR's current Business Groups and National Directors and coordinates project delivery services with business lines in the company that require building engineering design.Required Qualifications

• BS in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Structural or closely related Engineering degree is required.
• PE license.
• Minimum 10 years' experience in Building MEP, civil or structural project delivery and planning.
• A positive professional reputation as one who can deliver quality, cost effective projects.
• Self-starter; strong communication and people skills.
• Marketing experience.
• Success in initiating and managing growth.
• Strong understanding of all HDR's business groups and market sectors that require building engineering services.
• Prior consulting experience preferred.
• Must work cooperatively with IL/IN Area Manager as well as other Building Engineering Services Managers throughout HDR.
• Must be committed to quality and improvement and promoting HDR's values.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture.Preferred Qualifications:
  • Candidates who reside locally in the Chicago market are preferred.Why HDRAt HDR, we know work isn't only about who you work for it's also about what you do and how you do it. Led by the strength of our values and a culture shaped by employee ownership, we network with each other, build on each other's contributions, and collaborate together to make great things possible. When you join HDR, we give you license to do the same. We help you take charge of your career, giving you multiple growth opportunities along the way.Primary Location: United States-Illinois-ChicagoSchedule: Full-timeEmployee Status: RegularBusiness Class: Building MechanicalJob Posting: Mar 11, 2024At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.Ready to learn more? Let's work together to make great things possible.We design solutions to the world's greatest challenges. We're always looking for great talent to join our global teams.
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