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  Engineering Manager
 
Employer:
Holden Management
Job Location: Glasgow , KY
Cash Compensation: Open
Industry Type: General Contractors
Job Description: Goal
The goal of the search is to identify qualified candidates for the Engineering Manager position for Our Client. This position will be an integral part of the company’s continued success, development, and future growth. The EM will report directly to the President.

Job Duties
The Engineering Manager position requires a high level of proven engineering excellence, including the creation and oversight of technical materials, as well as the provision of professional approval and certifications for department project work. The EM position will also be responsible for the training, directing and mentoring of the engineering, design and drafting staff. Additionally, the Engineering Manager will contribute to the progress of the organization through the demonstration of an astute sense of business and strategic planning skills.

Qualified candidates will have the following skills and experience:

Education and Certifications
~ Mechanical Engineering degree required
~ MBA, Master’s, or advanced degree in business, business administration, or related field a plus
~ Professional Engineering certification required Skills
• Ability to prepare drawings, specifications, calculations, layouts and other related documents that clearly, completely and accurately communicate materials, methods and equipment required to construct mechanical systems
• Possess a complete understanding of industry codes and standards applicable to the design and installation of mechanical systems
• Ability to promptly and accurately process shop drawings, submittals, and information requests from internal and external customers
• Possess a thorough understanding of construction costs and estimating procedures
• Ability to effectively lead the project development process, including development of preliminary designs, preparation and presentation of proposals, coordination of cost estimates and negotiations with customers.
• Demonstrated understanding of contract language, terms and conditions, insurance coverage, limits and exclusions
• Thorough understanding of Quality Assurance/Quality Control processes and procedures


Leadership Abilities
• Ability to clearly and effectively communicate technical and design issues to internal team members and external customers
• Demonstrated ability to develop, plan, assign, lead and monitor assigned work scope
• Ability to develop budgets, schedule targets, assess technical risks, and determine required skill mix and resources required for precise and timely project completion
• Ability to take responsibility for project from inception to completion
• Ability to prepare electronic proposal drawings as required with proposal submission
• Strong business acumen and strategic planning capabilities
• Proficient understanding of profit and loss statements, return on investment as well as general accounting processes.
• General knowledge of operations, project management and overall personnel management
• Pro-active leadership style required with propensity to plan ahead, anticipate problems, facilitate strategies, manage conflict, and provide effective counsel to customer and others within the company
Scope of Position
The Engineering Manager will work closely with the President and other management team members in order to strengthen product design and service quality, increase customer satisfaction and maximize return through sound engineering practices, visionary business leadership and strong teambuilding skills. Duties executed by this position will include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Interpretation, design, review and approval of technically sound, cost-effective mechanical system solutions based on customer/contractor specifications
• Achievement of engineering financial objectives by preparing the engineering budget; scheduling expenditures; analyzing variances; initiating corrective action measures
• Provision of oversight and assistance to the design department in calculations, layout, and sizing with ultimate responsible for reviewing and approving design calculations and documents for accuracy
• Attendance at design and review meetings with project managers, General Contractors and owners will be required
• Development of a• thorough understanding of the Company’s sheet metal fabrication capabilities, procedures and resources
• Job site inspections with respect to the QA/QC of the design, fabrication and installation
• Commitment to the professional development of each individual in department with appropriate training, planning, research, goal setting and positive follow up
• Creation, maintenance and control of design schedule with close attention to the efficient allocation of the workload and resources by priority and production capabilities
• Generation of additional project opportunities with owners, engineers and architects by developing relationships and being actively involved in technical societies and related local organizations
• Through exceptional training and development of our personnel, the EM will be instrumental in making the Lyons Company an employer of choice in our industry.

Personal and professional motivations for candidates considering this position
• Opportunity for personal and career growth
• Potential for larger role
• Opportunity to work for an industry leader
• Opportunity to be an integral part of the development of individuals and community through leadership in Preferred Employer organization
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