Director, Program Design, Preconstruction and Engineering - Mechanical

About the role

A strategic and results-oriented technical leader responsible for shaping, developing, and governing program design, preconstruction planning, and engineering execution across the organization. Ensures alignment between customer needs, technical solutions, and operational capabilities while driving consistency, innovation, and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Understand organizational technical offerings and design integrated program solutions across engineering, BIM/VDC, and preconstruction service lines.
• Collaborate with client partners to define program requirements and ensure technical alignment with customer needs.
• Proactively support business development by shaping technical solutions that meet customer expectations.
• Play an active role in strategy development by voicing customer needs and technical considerations.
• Use market knowledge, customer feedback, and industry research to influence program design standards and organizational strategy.
• Maintain a strong working knowledge of current and potential customers to anticipate future program needs.
• Apply expertise in engineering, planning, logistics, constructability, and technical workflows to improve program design and preconstruction efficiency.
• Support development of scalable, repeatable program design processes that enhance predictability and quality.
• Build, maintain, and strengthen relationships with customers and key stakeholders.
• Generate interest and awareness of the organization’s technical capabilities, program design services, and engineering strengths.
• Create a supportive environment that encourages learning, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Provide guidance and leadership to technical teams and supporting functions (finance, operations, materials, etc.).
• Coach and develop managerial talent; evaluate leadership readiness and assign opportunities to build capability.
• Hold managers accountable for performance, collaboration, and adherence to process.
• Establish consistent operating rhythms to improve communication and alignment across technical functions.
• Manage boundaries between units, ensuring smooth workflow and effective handoffs between program design, engineering, and preconstruction teams.
• Foster cross-functional collaboration to accelerate work processes and improve program outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and operational standards.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• Experience: 8-12+ years of experience in engineering, preconstruction, or general/MEP contracting. Or a minimum of 5-7 years of construction or manufacturing experience, Electrical experience preferred.
• Travel: 20-50%
• Work Schedule: This position works between the hours of 7 am and 5 pm, Monday through Friday. However, may work a sufficient schedule to meet the expectations of the role.

Qualifications

• Minimum Requirements: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field. 8-12+ years of experience in engineering, preconstruction, or general/MEP contracting. Or a minimum of 5-7 years of construction or manufacturing experience, Electrical experience preferred.

Skills

• Strategic thinking
• Technical expertise
• Customer relationship management
• Leadership and team development
• Cross-functional collaboration
• Program governance and compliance

Benefits

FTI offers a comprehensive benefits package including competitive compensation, career path development, and a variety of additional perks. Learn more about the full list of benefits available to regular/full-time team members.

Pay

Competitive, merit-based compensation.

Schedule

This position works between the hours of 7 am and 5 pm, Monday through Friday. However, may work a sufficient schedule to meet the expectations of the role.

Company Information

FTI is a "merit to the core" organization. We recognize and reward top performers, offering competitive, merit-based compensation, career path development and a flexible and robust benefits package.

About FTI

Joining FTI opens doors to redefine what’s possible for your future. Once you’re a team member, you’re supported and provided with the knowledge and resources to achieve your career goals with FTI. You’re officially in the driver’s seat of your career, and FTI’s career development and continued education programs give you opportunities to position yourself for success.

Equal Opportunity Employer

FTI is an Equal Opportunity Employer – veterans/disabled.