Department Manager - Plumbing/Fire Protection

Bala Consulting Engineers is a 200-person engineering firm headquartered in Wayne, PA with full-service offices in New York, NY, Boston, MA, Baltimore, MD, and Washington, DC.

Bala is a dynamic growth-oriented company, built on relationships with our clients, staff, and industry partners. At Bala you will enjoy an exceptional employee experience that results in a successful career based on collaboration, leadership and personal development.

We are seeking a strong Engineer with leadership capability to lead our New York Plumbing & Fire Protection Department and supporting the function enterprise-wide.

Primary responsibilities will include:

* Serve as an engineering leader and technical expert with the ability to answer questions and resolve issues brought forth by the engineering staff.

* Create detailed engineering plans, processes, and procedures for engineering staff to use and abide by.

* Propose and oversee budgets and timelines for engineering projects.

* Check and confirm the accuracy of the work performed and the methods used by engineering staff.

* Communicate and collaborate with other managers, suppliers, and contractors.

* Prepare and deliver various engineering-related presentations, both internally and externally

* Perform department management activities including recruitment, hiring, coaching, and leadership

The basic requirements for this position include:

* 10 plus years' experience in plumbing /fire protection design

* Team supervisory experience

* Bachelor's degree -mechanical engineering required; PE license preferred

* Strong technical writer

* Strong knowledge of building codes

* Strong interpersonal skills

* Self-motivated attitude with the ability to multitask and thrive in a timeline-driven environment with the ability to work individually or as part of a team.

* Knowledge of Sustainable certification programs

* Strong software skills including Revit

As a multi-discipline engineering firm, Bala is a leader in innovative designs for building systems in High Rise, Mission Critical, Multi-Unit Housing, Commercial Office, Higher Education, Transportation, Adaptive Reuse and Life Science facilities.

Bala's compensation package includes a rich benefits package along with market competitive salary structure. Our culture creates an environment where relationships thrive and careers flourish.

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