Travel: Approximately 15%

Position Type: Full-Time

Relocation Assistance Available

 

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About the Opportunity

A well-established engineering consulting firm is seeking a Director of Operations to lead its Repair and Modernization practice. This leadership role is responsible for overseeing business operations, managing engineering teams, strengthening client relationships, and ensuring successful delivery of projects.

The ideal candidate will have a background in civil or structural engineering or architecture with experience in building restoration, forensic engineering, or building enclosure consulting. This position requires someone who is both technically strong and comfortable in a client-facing consulting environment.

Key Responsibilities

 

Leadership

Lead, mentor, and develop engineering team members

Conduct regular one-on-one meetings with direct reports and support professional development

Provide technical guidance and oversight on select projects

Support hiring, training, and performance management of staff

Promote a collaborative and high-performance team culture

Operations

Oversee project coordination and delivery across both short-term and complex projects

Allocate resources to meet utilization and revenue targets

Review engineering deliverables for accuracy, quality, and compliance

Support proposal development by providing technical and staffing input

Maintain strong relationships with clients and stakeholders

Assist with invoicing, financial tracking, and accounts receivable follow-up as needed

Strategic Planning

Participate in business unit planning and operational strategy

Monitor market conditions and anticipate changes in client needs

Develop revenue projections and resource planning forecasts

Provide operational updates and performance metrics to leadership

Support long-term growth initiatives and service expansion

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Architecture, or a related discipline

At least 8 years of experience in engineering, architecture, construction management, or project management within design, construction, or forensic consulting
 

Experience in one or more of the following areas:

Restoration and Repair Engineering

Forensic Engineering

Building Enclosure Consulting

Structural or Architectural Consulting

Experience managing teams, projects, or a business unit

Strong understanding of the design and construction process from concept through completion

Ability to review and interpret construction drawings and technical documentation

Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
 

Preferred Qualifications

Professional Engineer (PE) license or AIA license

Experience with business unit leadership, revenue forecasting, or operational planning

Consulting engineering experience

Additional Information

This role requires a client-facing professional who enjoys working with teams and building relationships. Candidates whose experience is primarily in mechanical, electrical, chemical, or geotechnical engineering will not be considered for this position.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screening.

Sponsorship is not available for this role.

 

BSD Business Consulting
recruiting@bsdbusinessconsulting.com
203-457-6554