Associate Practice Area Director - CF

Overview As a global leader in consulting, engineering, and commissioning services, we specialize in highly technical buildings and the systems that bring them to life. We are seeking a performance-driven, highly motivated leader to collaborate with our global science and technology team with the opportunity to grow into and oversee this practice area in the West region. This role can be located in Los Angeles, CA. Travel will be required. In this high-level role, you will lead the efforts to pursue, win and execute pharmaceutical manufacturing, laboratory, semi-conductor manufacturing, and medical device projects. You will provide management review and oversee our regional science and technology team including the development of business plans, target pursuits, and executing a wide variety of projects, organizational structures, and processes. This role will report to the regional and practice area leader for the firm. Our dynamic work environment provides the optimal setting to take your engineering career to the next level. From our supportive culture, diverse workforce, and competitive compensation to our flexible work schedule, it is everything you will need for an exciting, challenging, and rewarding career. As a management-owned private entity, we seek to reward our key leaders with ownership opportunities to drive overall performance and recognition. Job Responsibilities As an Associate Practice Area Director, oversee and expand an existing staff, coordinate the execution of all Critical Facilities activities in your region, and maintain client satisfaction. Generate new revenue and increase existing revenue streams. Stay externally focused on developing and deepening your network of prospective clients and business partners, including owners, architects, and PM/CM firms, as well as key general contractors. Track leads for major pursuits, forecast a pipeline of projects and develop winning strategies and teams. Additional responsibilities: Stay abreast of the market regionally and globally and keep key team members at the technical forefront of this practice area Develop an appropriate network within the company to facilitate the identification and sharing of relevant information between our national team for staffing and project pursuits Focus on ensuring technical excellence of project delivery and providing expert resolution of issues Develop, review, and coordinate the regional practice area business plan in conjunction with the global science and technology business plan including coordinating the business plan with other practice areas, geographies, and services Coordinate goals with other members of the global team to help execute the business plan Develop strategies and tactics to explore and penetrate new clients to increase sales and higher margin work Oversee project financials and interoffice / client reporting structure Work towards revenue generation goal of $1 million to $3 million (annual average for two years) Develop and articulate the firm’s value proposition in the market segment to develop a market distinction Lead and/or support sales presentations while focusing on selling integrated services Be an active leader and problem solver guiding our team and our partners to successfully deliver exceptional projects Write articles, and white papers and speak at industry conferences and events Responsible for strategic recruitment of senior staff with market-specific experience; provide leadership to newly hired direct reports Job Requirements The ideal candidate will possess the leadership skills to oversee all efforts for clients, understanding owner / client big picture business strategies and revenue goals, and foresee challenges. To succeed, technical expertise must be complemented by self-motivation, relationship-building, effective communication, and the ability to work in a fast–paced environment. The ideal candidate will be a recognized expert in the science and technology market focus within the industry. Additional requirements: Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering; exceptional candidates may substitute significant years of experience 12+ years of Life Science design experience, preferably a minimum of 5 years in consulting engineering or A/E firm Minimum of 5 years of management experience 5+ years’ experience in developing business for engineering Thorough knowledge of MEP systems PE registration is required Effective team player with the ability to work independently or in a team environment Excellent organization skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously As an Associate Practice Area Director with Syska Hennessy Group, you will be part of a global firm with an amazing history. We are committed to being the best, advancing engineering design practice, and supporting our clients with integrity. Benefits and About Syska Hennessy Group Robust, comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance and supplemental benefit plans 401(k) plan with a generous employer matching program Training and professional development courses Professional development incentive bonuses Dynamic Employee Resource Groups Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO) policy Transit/parking employer stipend ½ day work from home Fridays all year long Syska is a place where you can build an exceptional career and have a lasting impact on the world. Salary $114,143 - $165,000 USD #J-18808-Ljbffr Syska Hennessy Group