Associate Practice Area Director at Syska Hennessy Group

San Diego, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 Jan, 26

Salary

165447.0

Posted On

30 Oct, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Leadership, Client Satisfaction, Revenue Generation, Business Development, Project Management, Technical Excellence, Strategic Recruitment, MEP Systems Knowledge, Communication Skills, Team Collaboration, Problem Solving, Market Knowledge, Sales Presentations, Networking, Organizational Skills, Life Science Expertise

Industry

Design Services

Description

Associate Practice Area Director I As a global leader in consulting, engineering, and commissioning services, we specialize in highly technical buildings and the systems that bring them to life. We are currently seeking a performance-driven, highly motivated leader to collaborate with our national life science and Healthcare leadership team with the opportunity to grow into and oversee this practice area in the region (located in the northeast or west region offices). This is an exciting opportunity to leverage our well-established legacy and brand with existing clients and innovative projects. In this high-level role, you will lead the efforts to pursue, win and execute pharmaceutical manufacturing, laboratory, and medical device projects. You will provide management review and oversee our regional life sciences team including the development of business plans, and target pursuits, and execute a wide variety of life science projects, organizational structures, and processes. This role will report to the Region leader of the firm. Our dynamic work environment provides the optimal setting to take your engineering career to the next level. From our supportive culture, diverse workforce, and competitive compensation to our flexible work schedule Monday to Thursday in the office for 9 hours and Friday for 4 hours remotely at home and fun social events, it is everything you will need for an exciting, challenging, and rewarding career. As a management owned private entity, we seek to reward our key leaders with ownership opportunities to drive overall performance and recognition. Job Responsibilities As an Associate Practice Area Director I, you will build a staff, in your region and maintain client satisfaction. You will generate new revenue and increase existing revenue streams. You will stay externally focused on developing and deepening your network of prospective clients and business partners, including architects and PM/CM firms, as well as key general contractors. Track leads for major pursuits, forecast a pipeline of projects and develop winning strategies and teams. Additional responsibilities: Stay abreast of the market both regionally and nationally and keep key team members at the technical forefront of this practice area Develop an appropriate network within the company to facilitate the identification and sharing of relevant information between our national team for staffing and project pursuits Focus on ensuring technical excellence of project delivery and providing expert resolution of issues Develop, review, and coordinate the regional practice area business plan in conjunction with the national life science and Healthcare plan including coordinating the business plan with other practice areas, geographies, and services Coordinate goals with other members of the national team to help execute the business plan Develop strategies and tactics to explore and penetrate new clients to increase national sales and higher margin work Oversee project financials and interoffice / client reporting structure Work towards revenue generation goal of $1 million to $3 million (annual average for two years) Develop and articulate the firm’s value proposition in the market segment to develop a market distinction Lead and/or support sales presentations while focusing on selling integrated services Be an active leader and problem solver guiding our team and our partners to successfully deliver exceptional Life Science projects Write articles, and white papers and speak at industry conferences and events Responsible for strategic recruitment of senior staff with market specific experience; provide leadership to newly hired direct reports Job Requirements: The ideal candidate will possess the necessary leadership skills to oversee all efforts for clients, demonstrating an understanding of owner / client big picture business strategies and revenue goals, as well as the ability to foresee challenges. To succeed in this role, your technical expertise must be complemented by self-motivation, relationship building skills, effective communication skills, and the ability to effectively work in a fast–paced environment. The ideal candidate will be a recognized expert in the Life Science and Healthcare market focus within the industry. Additional requirements: Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering; exceptional candidates may substitute significant years of experience 15+ years of Life Science design experience, preferably a minimum of 5 years in consulting engineering or A/E firm Minimum of 7 years of management experience 7+ years’ experience in developing business for engineering Thorough knowledge of MEP systems PE registration is highly desired Effective team player with the ability to work independently or in a team environment Excellent organization skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously Benefits As an Associate Practice Area Director with Syska Hennessy Group, you will be part of a global firm with an amazing history! We are committed to being the best, advancing engineering design practice, and supporting our clients with integrity. To make all of that happen, we rely on the talent, drive, enthusiasm, and total job satisfaction of the great people who work here. As a member of our highly collaborative team, we provide you with a flexible benefits package that reflects our respect for your workplace contributions, professional goals, and personal priorities. The personal benefits program at Syska Hennessy Group includes: Robust, comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans 401(k) plan with a generous employer matching program Training and professional development courses Professional development incentive bonuses Dynamic Employee Resource Groups Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO) policy Transit/parking employer stipend ½ day work from home Fridays all year long At Syska, we have cultivated a community that supports learning and provides guidance for professional development and furthers our culture of excellence. We promote an environment that is committed to embedding diversity and equality into the core of our business and culture. We empower our employees so they can take ownership of their work and development and strive to continually improve themselves and our firm. Syska Hennessy Group | Integrating the best minds and technology to help clients create exceptional environments The salary range listed below is for this particular job posting. Actual pay range for candidates will be commensurate with candidate’s experience, skillsets and competencies and may differ based on the cost of labor in their particular location. California Pay range $110,298—$165,447 USD

Responsibilities

You will lead efforts to pursue, win, and execute pharmaceutical manufacturing, laboratory, and medical device projects while overseeing the regional life sciences team. This includes developing business plans, managing client relationships, and ensuring technical excellence in project delivery.