MEP Manager
Position Purpose
The MEP Manager position is aimed at driving innovation and leading the development of a new department within a well-established architectural, engineering, and surveying firm. The role focuses on delivering high-quality engineering solutions across the Great Lakes Region, particularly in Michigan and Indiana.
Essential Functions
- Collaborate with stakeholders across departments to seamlessly integrate MEP services into existing operations
- Lead and manage the MEP design process from concept to completion, ensuring compliance with codes and regulations
- Collaborate with architects, engineering, and other stakeholders to ensure project requirements and objectives are met
- Provide technical expertise on MEP design, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection services
- Manage and expand the team through active mentoring and professional development
- Build and maintain strong, long-lasting client relationships
- Develop and manage the MEP department’s strategic planning and execution
Required Traits & Characteristics
- Excellent client management and written and verbal communication skills
- Strong problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail
- Able to effectively collaborate with multidisciplinary teams
- Strong leadership capabilities with a focus on team development and empowerment
- Able to work on multiple projects simultaneously and under pressure
Organizational Relationships
Reports directly to Director of Architecture
Required Education/Experience
- 15+ years’ experience in mechanical or electrical engineering
- Proven experience as an MEP Manager or similar leadership role in engineering
- B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering
- Professional Engineer (PE) license in the state of Michigan with the ability for licensure in Ohio and Indiana
Preferred Education/Experience
- Prior experience managing and mentoring staff
About Wightman
Wightman is a legacy consulting firm wholly owned by its employees, dedicated to serving people and the communities in which they live. The firm offers comprehensive, multi-disciplinary services including Architecture, Civil Engineering, Surveying, Construction Services, GIS, Interior Design, Landscape Architecture, and Reality Capture. Wightman is known for designing and building awe-inspiring and award-winning projects, such as streetscapes, 21st-century learning environments, and data-driven mapping solutions.
To learn more, visit our Life at Wightman page: https://gowightman.com/careers/life-at-wightman