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Vice President of Engineering
The Austin Company
Consulting, design‑build, engineering and construction firm offering integrated facility services.
Lead design and engineering strategy, standards, and performance for Austin projects
6d ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Mayfield Heights, OH
Office Full-Time
Company Size
454 Employees
Service Specialisms
Design and Engineering
Construction
Facility Maintenance
Site Location Consulting
Development and Financing
Sector Specialisms
Commercial
Industrial
Automotive
Manufacturing
Site Selection
Facility Maintenance
Design-Build
Construction Management
Role
What you would be doing
training development
quality monitoring
tool development
resource allocation
compliance oversight
software procurement
Identify, recommend, and monitor the training and development of designers, architects, and engineers to ensure high-level performance by these individuals.
Investigate significant design errors and implement actions and programs to avoid their repetition as well as to generally reduce engineering overhead costs.
Monitor and measure the quality of design and engineering capability and performance in all operations, ensuring that operational teams maintain client satisfaction, produce high quality service and deliverables, and produce a profit that meets or exceeds Austin’s annual plan for both dollar amount and margin.
Review and submit for management approval annual budgets for the engineering department.
For historical and planning purposes maintain a monthly index of engineering backlog.
Periodically, review representative drawings, specifications, preliminary studies and reports to ensure conformity with good practice.
Identify and lead the development of market-specific engineering standards, resources, and tools to improve design production and efficiency.
Actively participate in professional organizations. Prepare and make presentations to clients and professional organizations.
Maintain and develop new company policies, process, and procedures in connection with the professional and technical aspects of Austin’s design and engineering function. Monitor and ensure the compliance of these policies, processes, and procedures.
Review and, if appropriate, recommend for approval requests for computerized equipment and software to support the design and engineering functions, which ensures cost effectiveness, high productivity, and maximum flexibility.
Assist marketing, communication, and sales when their need involves design or engineering information to assist in the success of Company’s sales and marketing efforts.
Work with Directors of Engineering to assign resources to project teams. These resources must be capable of supplying the expertise necessary for successful project performance. This responsibility requires the incumbent to know a great deal about the capabilities of individual Austin designers and engineers, the technology we employ, and the availability of those resources.
Maintain liaison with Risk Management on all matters of professional liability to assist in successful prevention of liability problems and successful defense of possible liability cases should they occur.
Develop the vision for engineering success and own the outcome of the overall engineering strategy.
Approve succession plans throughout the engineering department and ensure that training and development for key individuals are completed so that the individuals are prepared to take on increased responsibilities when appropriate.
Ensure proper architecture and engineering registration and licenses are maintained in all locations in which Austin operates.
Monitor Austin’s professional architecture and engineering practices to assure compliance with all laws and regulations pertaining to the professional practice of architecture and engineering in all locations where Austin is active.
Provide strategic leadership and direction to the design and engineering team, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and innovation. Hold the team accountable for their individual duties and responsibilities.
Ensure distribution to projects and pursuits for all design and engineering personnel to meet established and budgeted amounts.
What you bring
15+ years
leadership
regulatory
financial mgmt
bachelor eng
professional registration
It is essential the incumbent has a thorough understanding of Austin’s business, method of operation and goals as well as knowledge of good business practices, overall operations and the competitive environment of the industry.
Skills: Good oral and written communication skills are essential; strong leadership and team management skills; strong understanding of regulatory requirements and compliance standards in the engineering sector; ability to drive change and foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement; Experience with financial management and budgeting for engineering projects.
Experience: Minimum of 15 years of experience of which at least five years being the manager or director level of an engineering department.
Education: a bachelor’s degree in engineering or architecture from an accredited engineering school. This position requires professional registration and the ability to secure reciprocity in multiple states via NCEES or NCARB programs.
Established in 1878 in Cleveland, the company has a rich history of growth and transformation.
Over 1,000 Projects
Project Execution Scale
The firm has delivered thousands of complex projects globally, showcasing its extensive expertise.
Since 2006
Global Expansion
Operating under the Kajima USA Group since 2006, the company has expanded its global footprint.
Evolved from humble roots into a global, single-source design-builder.
Leverages deep infrastructure expertise across North America, Europe, and Mexico.
The Austin Method® integrates planning, architecture, engineering, and construction under one roof, ensuring a single point of responsibility for clients.
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