Reports to: Director, Engineering Services

Based at: Regional Office

Pay: Base pay plus bonus

Position Purpose: Responsible for providing strategic direction, and developing a strong team of engineers and technologists to support the ongoing growth of the organization.

Specific Responsibilities Include

• Analyze existing data to forecast business decisions regarding budget forecasting, budget variances, client profitability, risk management and report findings to the Regional Business Manager and Engineering Director as appropriate.
• Overseeing the design process, provide effective options and solutions to design problems.
• Mitigating WE’s risk exposure on projects and protecting client relationships.
• In conjunction with Project Controls and other Engineering Managers, develop standards and procedures for, quality, efficiency, safety, cost reduction, client service and ensure they are followed by your Service Line.
• Lead the preparation of proposals for major projects.
• Working with the Project Manager/ Relationship Manager/ Director, support the development of lasting relationships with clients.
• Communicate effectively with clients to identify needs and evaluate alternative solutions.
• Continually seek opportunities to increase customer satisfaction and deepen client relationships.
• Manage, motivate, train, mentor, and Service Line direct reports according to company policies and guidelines.
• With advice from the Team Lead(s), forecast workload for staffing targets and participate in recruitment and termination of teammates.
• Develop direct reports’ Career Paths and provide performance appraisals, with input from the Director.
• Manage cost and time components of the Service Line to ensure profitability.
• Work with Human Resources to develop and deliver in-house technical training on areas of expertise.
• Perpetuate, clarify, and embody WE Purpose and Core Values.
• Teammates are required to adhere to the company policies and guidelines as well as the company and client safety policies and practices in effect at any given time.
• Have the ability to apply for a Federal security clearance in order to work on institutional projects as required.
• Teammates in a leadership position are expected to obtain their Leadership in Safety Excellence certificate as part of their role with WE
  
  
  

Qualifications And Experience

• P.Eng. or C.E.T. designation.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or diploma in Engineering Technology.
• 12+ years experience in Consulting Engineering or related field.
• Experience in a management, supervisory or mentorship role.
• Valid class 5 driver’s license.
  
  
  

Skills And Capabilities

• Excellent interpersonal skills; a person who listens well, respects diversity of opinions and has an open, clear and succinct communication style.
• Strong presentation and project management skills.
• The ability to recognize and accurately define problems and solutions by collecting data and establishing facts to draw valid conclusions.
• A results oriented and decisive individual with the ability to delegate effectively.
• A people oriented leader with a reputation for successfully attracting, mentoring and motivating a team.
• Effective organizational and time management skills in handling multiple priorities, performing a variety of tasks, and meeting required deadlines.
• Strong contacts in the engineering community and a persuasive presentation and communication style.
• Experience and good judgement to plan and accomplish ambitious but achievable goals.
• Ability to represent the company to WE teammates, clients and community by ensuring the best image is presented.
• Understands basic revenue models, P/L, and cost-to-completion projections and makes decisions accordingly.
• Understands our pricing model and billing procedures.
• Ability to facilitate team and client meetings effectively.
• Possesses strong understanding in the area of at least one engineering discipline.
• Application knowledge of WE systems and programs (including MS Office 365, Deltek Vision, SharePoint, and discipline specific drafting/design software.)