Director, MEP Engineering

Job Description

Job Description

Director, MEP Engineering

New York, NY | Hybrid | Full-Time

About Us

Shape the iconic skyline of New York! Join HLZAE, a wholly owned subsidiary of Milrose Consultants. We build more than buildings—we build confidence in compliance, restoration, and renewal. As a trusted leader in both architecture and engineering, we focus on existing building restoration and existing system retrofitting including, building envelope consulting, façade restoration, MEP system upgrades and energy engineering. All of which is to establish a partnership with our clients to preserve and enhance New York City’s iconic skyline. Our team brings deep technical expertise and a commitment to excellence across every phase of design, inspection, and construction administration.

Position Overview

We’re seeking a Director, MEP Engineering, to lead an MEP/FP Engineering studio and oversee a team of professional engineers and technical staff. In this role, you will be responsible for all conventional aspects of NYC building mechanical, electrical, plumbing and fire protection systems and overseeing project management, client relations / business development, productivity, and development of staff for the department.

You will provide senior-level technical leadership across complex MEP/FP projects involving existing buildings, restoration, and rehabilitation. The Director will also manage a select portfolio of projects (mostly consulting projects), functioning as a project lead for approximately 15 to 25% of the role.

This is a strategic, people-focused leadership role that shapes technical standards, strengthens team culture, and advances company-wide initiatives.

What You’ll Do

Lead People & Operations

• Direct studio staffing, workload balance, and resource planning for the MEP/FP Engineering team.
• Build and sustain a collaborative, high-performing team culture focused on accountability, quality, and growth.
• Coach and develop engineers through mentorship, performance feedback, and career planning.
• Support recruiting, interviewing, and onboarding of structural engineering staff as needed.

Drive Quality & Technical Excellence

• Provide technical oversight and quality assurance for HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire alarm, and life safety systems.
• Serve as senior technical advisor and primary client contact for major accounts and strategic projects.
• Oversee project staffing, resource allocation, budgets, schedules, and deliverables.
• Ensure compliance with applicable building codes, energy codes, and industry standards.
• Coordinate with architects, structural engineers, consultants, contractors, and regulatory agencies.
• Support business development initiatives including proposals, presentations, and client meetings.
• Drive innovation, sustainability initiatives, and adoption of emerging technologies.
• Monitor project performance metrics and implement process improvements.

Manage Financial & Project Performance

• Partner with Project Managers to oversee project budgeting, staffing plans, schedules, and contractual requirements.
• Monitor studio and project-level financial performance, including profitability, utilization, and billing progress.
• Assist with reducing Aged Accounts Receivable and improving cash flow.
• Identify opportunities to improve studio efficiency, workflows, and delivery processes.

Guide Strategy & Communication

• Champion HLZAE’s mission, values, technical standards, and safety culture.
• Communicate studio performance, staffing needs, and priorities to the Management Team.
• Participate in strategic planning and contribute to firm-wide initiatives impacting growth and operations.

Lead Projects

• Serve as project lead for selected MEP/FP engineering projects (~ 15 to 25% of the role).
• Support business development efforts, proposal development, and client relationship management as needed.
• Represent HLZAE in client meetings, site visits, and industry engagements.

What You’ll Bring

Required:

• 12–15+ years of experience in MEP engineering or a related engineering discipline that has a primary focus on existing building / retrofitting projects.
• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical Engineering (Master’s degree encouraged).
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Demonstrated success leading technical teams and managing staff performance and development.
• Strong project management expertise, including budgeting, scheduling, and client coordination.
• In-depth knowledge of NYC Building Codes, zoning regulations, and existing building requirements.
• Extensive experience with existing building mechanical, piping, electrical and HVAC systems.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Preferred:

• Experience with local law compliance initiatives, energy upgrades and sustainable building systems.
• Certified energy manager, commissioning accreditation, other energy and/or LEED accreditations preferred.

Work Environment & Schedule

• This position is based in New York, NY, with a hybrid work schedule.
• Standard working hours are Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
• Local travel to job sites as required.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $185,000 - $215,000 based on knowledge, skills, and experience.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, and 401(k) plan with match.
• Paid time off: Holiday, vacation, sick, personal, and birthday.
• Career development and growth opportunities.

HLZAE, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Milrose Consultants, LLC, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

HLZAE, Inc. is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at [ View email address on ziprecruiter.com ].

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