Lead mechanical design, project delivery, and business development for complex building projects.
The Associate Principal will serve as both a technical and business leader — managing large-scale projects, developing new client relationships, guiding staff development, and helping shape the long-term strategy for the mechanical engineering practice. -Develop and maintain strong client relationships across the New York metropolitan area -Manage full project lifecycles, from concept through construction administration -Contribute to business development through proposal writing, bid submissions, and contract negotiations -Mentor junior engineers and support recruitment, training, and career development initiatives -Identify staffing needs and ensure project teams are appropriately resourced -Oversee technical delivery, quality, and commercial outcomes -Lead mechanical design and coordination across a range of building types, from healthcare to mission-critical facilities -Monitor budgets, schedules, and project performance with strong financial oversight -Drive sustainability and low-carbon design strategies in alignment with firmwide goals
-LEED AP BD+C, WELL AP, or ASHRAE BEMP certification -Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering -10–15 years of experience in mechanical system design for complex building projects -Licensed Professional Engineer (PE), preferably in the State of New York -Experience negotiating contracts and managing risk, quality, and technical standards -Demonstrated experience managing large-scale projects through all phases -Experience with central plant or data center design -Strong focus on sustainable and high-performance building design -Track record of successful business development and client engagement -Familiarity with New York City and state codes, permitting, and client landscape -Proven ability to mentor, lead, and build trust within multidisciplinary teams -NCEES certification
This strategic hire is central to the firm’s regional growth plan and offers the chance to contribute to the design and management of a wide variety of building types, including healthcare, higher education, government and institutional facilities, laboratories, museums, commercial developments, and mission-critical infrastructure. The base salary range for this position in the New York / New Jersey region is $200,000–$280,000, commensurate with experience, education, and technical capability. -Paid time off and parental leave -Professional development, mentorship, and continuing education programs -Profit-sharing opportunities -Retirement plan with employer match (up to 10%) -Flexible working arrangements supporting work–life balance and inclusion -Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
-Reshape AEC recruitment with a people-first mindset. -Create a boutique firm honing in on candidates' and clients' real needs. -Rooted in the USA market, guiding the full lifecycle of architecture, engineering, and construction roles. -Matching talent with opportunity across various company sizes, from large internationals to boutique consultancies. -A culture built on trust, transparency, and long-term relationships, stemming from the directors' longstanding bond. -Delivering recruitment across permanent placements throughout the AEC world with a tight-knit team. -Combining deep industry expertise with a personable, relationship-driven model to elevate project teams.
Architecture
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Construction
MEPF Engineering
Commissioning
Energy
Civil Engineering
Structural Engineering
Building Diagnostics
Advisory & Disputes
Modular Construction
Sustainability
