DLR Group
Justice + Civic
SeniorMechanicalEngineerJustice+Civic
“Senior Mechanical Engineer - Justice + Civic at DLR Group. Skills: Design of building systems related to Justice + Civic sector, Mechanical engineering knowledge, Smoke control systems design, Mechanical and plumbing systems used in justice facilities, Security requirements of justice facilities and how mechanical and plumbing systems tie into security systems. Work on highly complex projects. Collaborate with the sector team to achieve business plan goals”
What You'll Achieve.
Achieve our business plan goals; Produce high-quality construction documents; Meet deliverable requirements; Produce highly integrated building designs; Ensure deliverables are of a consistent quality and within budget; Elevate behavioral, environmental, and social betterment, resulting in healing, equity, and transformation for the individual and community
Industry & Context.
Critical thinking
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Architectural Engineering, Licensed Professional Engineer (PE), 15+ years of experience working as an engineer, including design of building systems related to Justice + Civic sector, Understanding of Mechanical engineering knowledge: Smoke control systems design and coordination with smoke modeling consultants, Specific mechanical and plumbing systems used in justice facilities, Security requirements of justice facilities and how mechanical and plumbing systems tie into security systems, Familiarity with facility operations and maintenance of building systems, Working knowledge of the design and construction process and the ability to understand and communicate with professionals of other disciplines, Critical thinking, time management, and communication skills, both verbal and written, Understanding of business management and customer service principles, Knowledge of local building and energy codes, Demonstrated record of consistent quality work, Ability to lead others and foster teamwork, Knowledge and support of DLR Group’s climate action strategy and commitments, including AIA2030, MEP2040 and SE2050
Nice to Have
WELL, LEED or relevant accreditation to the region
What You'll Do.
Work on highly complex projects
Collaborate with the sector team to achieve business plan goals
Lead multidisciplinary engineering teams to produce high-quality construction documents
Manage project schedules to meet deliverable requirements
Collaborate closely with all disciplines to produce highly integrated building designs
Collaborate with the sector leadership team to develop and execute strategies for business development
growing our integrated practice
Play a key role in client relationship development and management
Guide the engineering team to ensure deliverables are of a consistent quality and within budget
Lead multiple projects and staff over multiple regions
Assure local teams of engineers know the specific design criteria of justice projects and train engineering teams in the project type
Assure quality of design produced by teams through multiple touch points
Manage engineering project execution
ensuring alignment with budget
and scope while maintaining client expectations
Track project milestones and deliverables
ensuring adherence to quality standards and preparing regular status reports
Facilitate and document meetings with staff and clients
coordinating project personnel
Actively engage in business development initiatives by contributing to RFP responses
participating in client interviews and fostering client relationships
Lead the design on projects of significance
Collaborate early and often with architects
and clients as part of our integrated design process
Carry out technical review of interdisciplinary teams prior to issuance
Represent DLR Group at meetings with owners
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborate with the sector team; Lead multidisciplinary engineering teams; Collaborate closely with all disciplines; Collaborate with the sector leadership team; Guide the engineering team; Assure local teams of engineers know the specific design criteria of justice projects and train engineering teams; Collaborate early and often with architects, other engineers, and clients as part of our integrated design process; Carry out technical review of interdisciplinary teams; Teamwork
Communication Scope
Communication skills, both verbal and written; Communicate with professionals of other disciplines
Process & Methodology
Manage project schedules, Manage engineering project execution, Track project milestones and deliverables, Prepare regular status reports
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