Design Group Director

About the role

This opportunity entails being responsible for leading a multi-discipline group in the design, development and delivery of project tasks while managing scope, budget, and quality control. Oversees departments and sections financial metrics to ensure adherence with the group’s goals and in align with office expectations. The Group Director collaborates with the office and division leadership to apply the firm’s strategic sales and planning approaches while assisting with project pursuits and proposals.

Responsibilities

• Directs and supervises the development and management of the operating budgets for the departments within the Group and coordination with the office's budget.
• Responsible for the oversight of the group (multiple departments) activities, establish priorities and assign staff to projects.
• Collaborate with other groups, offices and divisions on work-sharing needs and opportunities.
• Drives the implementation of the firm's strategic plan and HNTB's Sophisticated Sales Approach (SSA) process on project pursuits and markets with the Group and office, including development of strategic planning strategies.
• Drives the implementation of the firm's contracting (SCA) process through project delivery and contracting activities including scope, work plan and fee reviews for all contracting activities impacting the group.
• Drives the implementation of the firm's project delivery (SDA) process including Work Planning, Monthly Project Reviews and other project performance methods to ensure quality work, on time, on schedule, to the client's satisfaction.
• Aids in marketing responsibilities, including client discovery, proposal generation, interviews, and win-to-work activities.
• Maintains client contacts to ensure client satisfaction. Leads and assists in sales and marketing efforts for department's growth.
• Aids in the development and execution of the office strategic plan. May participate of the Office Leadership Team (OLT).
• Recruits, hires, develops and retains department staff within the group, including supporting Department Managers with the development of plans for staff reporting, performance and compensation reviews, and succession planning.
• Manages assigned project management activities (project scope, schedule, budget and quality management) and performs technical discipline tasks including research, reports, design, specifications and plan preparation.
• Leads a group including the direct and indirect supervision of at least 25 but typically 35 - 40 or more employees.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering with 12 years of practical experience including 4 years of supervisory experience.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• 20 years practical experience preferred.
• 6 years supervisory experience preferred.
• Professional Engineer (PE) certification preferred.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred.
• Other professional certifications such as American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) or SAVE International Certified Value Specialist (CVS) preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience in leading multi-discipline groups in design, development, and delivery of project tasks.
• Experience in managing scope, budget, and quality control.
• Experience in collaborating with office and division leadership on strategic sales and planning approaches.
• Experience in driving the implementation of the firm's strategic plan and HNTB's Sophisticated Sales Approach (SSA) process.
• Experience in driving the implementation of the firm's contracting (SCA) process through project delivery and contracting activities.
• Experience in driving the implementation of the firm's project delivery (SDA) process including Work Planning, Monthly Project Reviews, and other project performance methods.
• Experience in maintaining client contacts to ensure client satisfaction.
• Experience in recruiting, hiring, developing, and retaining department staff within the group.
• Experience in managing assigned project management activities (project scope, schedule, budget and quality management).
• Experience in performing technical discipline tasks including research, reports, design, specifications, and plan preparation.
• Experience in leading a group including the direct and indirect supervision of at least 25 but typically 35 - 40 or more employees.

Skills

• Strong leadership and supervisory skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Experience in project delivery processes.
• Knowledge of HNTB's strategic sales and planning approaches.
• Proficiency in project management tools and techniques.
• Ability to maintain client relationships.
• Experience in recruiting, hiring, developing, and retaining staff.
• Technical expertise in relevant engineering disciplines.

Benefits

Details on benefits are provided in the "Notice To Third-party Agencies" section.

Pay

The approximate pay range for Minnesota is $189,626.70 - $302,910.19.

Schedule

The position is full-time.