Engineering Manager - Food & Beverage Facilities

Overview Food & Beverage Market Leader - Northeast Region for Burns & McDonnell. Lead and grow the Food & Beverage practice across the Northeast Region, setting and executing near- and long-term strategy, managing service offerings, driving business development, and overseeing project execution. Responsibilities Define and execute the strategic direction of the Food & Beverage Business Line. Develop and manage a business plan focused on growth, including service expansion, marketing, client retention/acquisition, and team development. Lead financial planning and performance, including sales, revenue, profitability, and overhead budgets. Identify and pursue new business opportunities in alignment with regional and national strategies. Lead proposal development, client presentations, contract negotiations, and go/no-go decisions. Build and maintain strong client relationships through marketing efforts and project delivery. Lead and execute projects for select clients, project types, and level of importance for the business. Oversee project execution to ensure quality, timeliness, and profitability. Serve as project director and quality control leader for key deliverables. Ensure compliance with safety policies and contractual requirements. Recruit, mentor, and retain top talent aligned with Burns & McDonnell’s core values. Provide leadership, guidance, and career development support to project managers and technical staff. Conduct performance evaluations and support staff training initiatives. Monitor industry trends and conduct competitive analysis to inform strategy. Represent Burns & McDonnell at trade shows, industry events, and networking opportunities. Develop partnerships with consultants, economic development organizations, and other stakeholders. Qualifications Education : Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, construction, business, or a related field from an accredited program. Experience : Minimum of 7 years of relevant professional experience in business development, marketing, or sales within the A/E/C or manufacturing industry, with a strong preference for Food & Beverage sector experience. Demonstrated success in strategic planning, client engagement, and team leadership. Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to present complex information clearly. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Experience developing and delivering training or presentations related to business development and proposal strategy. Compensation $120,000.00 - $350,000.00 yearly The expected compensation range is displayed in compliance with local/state regulations and may vary based on education, qualifications, prior work experience, and location. The total annual compensation package includes a base salary and eligibility for a discretionary year-end incentive bonus. Benefits Our benefits package includes insurance and disability coverage, time off, wellness programs, and participation in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) as part of being 100% employee-owned, in addition to our 401(k). For more information, please visit the Benefits & Wellness page. Additional Details This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled. EEO/Disabled/Veterans Job : Administrative/Office Support Primary Location : US-CT-Wallingford Schedule : Full-time Travel : Yes, 10% of the Time Req ID : 253534 Employment type : Full-time #J-18808-Ljbffr Burns & McDonnell