Americas Practice Lead-Engineering

About the Company

EFI Global is a full-service engineering, fire investigation, environmental, health and safety, and specialty consulting services firm serving a variety of industries in both the public and private sectors. Over the last four decades, we have grown from a boutique firm specializing in handling insurance fraud and arson cases and providing expert witness testimony into a recognized global leader in engineering failure analysis, origin-and-cause investigations, environmental consulting, laboratory testing, and specialty consulting. Our forensic investigation, engineering, and environmental services teams around the world share a dedication to expertise, quality, and demonstrating to customers that caring counts®.

Each of our more than 700 professional engineers, fire investigators, architects, and scientists was selected for their technical proficiency, in-depth industry knowledge, and commitment to professional integrity. Together, our diverse backgrounds and collective insights empower clients to make better-informed business decisions. EFI’s combination of global solutions and local expertise has earned the firm a reputation for delivering timely responses that consistently meet our clients’ expectations—anytime, anywhere.

About the Role

To establish and execute the strategic direction of the Engineering Practice across multiple regions and countries, with full accountability for financial performance, revenue growth, profitability, resource utilization, and operational effectiveness. The role provides leadership in business planning, budgeting, forecasting, workforce development, succession planning, and market expansion while ensuring consistent technical excellence and delivery of high-value client solutions.

Responsibilities

• Direct oversight and mentoring of VPs and Managing Principals.
• Oversee performance of major projects, programs, and practice metrics.
• Develop and implement policies, procedures, and technical protocols.
• Responsible for the oversight and performance of select ongoing and new projects accepted by EFI.
• Oversee all program activities including training, reporting, and related administrative duties.
• Responsible for policy development and implementation.
• Represent EFI in meetings and other forums with clients within government, public service, or private sector organizations.
• Provide information and advice to Senior Management on business issues and financial implications of project work affecting EFI business financial results.
• Coordinate regular Engineering Service Line meetings and other events.
• Serve on committees, task forces, and other groups as necessary to advocate the goals and strategies of EFI’s mission.

Client & Market Engagement

• Serve as senior client-facing leader and industry representative.
• Partner with Sales/Marketing to drive growth and client engagement.
• Represent EFI in external forums, strategic partnerships, and large client discussions.

Collaboration & Governance

• Coordinate cross-region and cross-discipline collaboration.
• Lead service line governance (meetings, initiatives, task forces).
• Act as escalation point for complex technical, operational, or client issues.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Support the organization's quality program(s).
• Travel as required (30% to 50%).

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Administer company personnel policies in all areas and follow company staffing standards and training recommendations.
• Interview, hire, and establish colleague performance development plans; conduct colleague performance discussions.
• Provide support, guidance, leadership, and motivation to promote maximum performance.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited college or university required. Advanced degree preferred.
• Must be certified and/or registered as a professional engineer in the designated field of expertise.
• Twenty (20) years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required, with a minimum of 10 years of management-related experience.

Skills & Knowledge

• Thorough understanding of standards and regulations.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including presentation skills.
• PC literate, including Microsoft Office products.
• Analytical and interpretive skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Proven management/leadership skills.
• Excellent negotiating skills.
• Ability to create and complete comprehensive, accurate, and constructive written reports.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies.

Work Environment

• Mental: Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment, troubleshooting, problem-solving, analysis, and discretion; ability to handle work-related stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlines.
• Physical: Computer keyboarding, combination of fieldwork and office conditions.
• Auditory/Visual: Hearing, vision, and talking.

Pay

For the jurisdiction noted in this job posting, the range of starting pay for this role is $250,000-$325,000.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision.
• 401k and matching.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Disability and life insurance.
• Employee assistance program.
• Flexible spending or health savings account.
• Additional voluntary benefits.