Arup's purpose, shared values, and collaborative approach have set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world. At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective - in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share, and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas. You will have the opportunity to do socially useful work that has meaning - to Arup, to your career, to our members, and to the clients and communities we serve.
We're looking for a Mechanical Leader to join our San Francisco office. The ideal candidate will be a highly skilled and innovative mechanical engineer who leaves a strong positive impression on clients and who has a vision and insight to shape a better world. We are looking for a leader who has extensive design experience with HVAC systems in buildings including sustainable, low carbon, and innovative strategies demonstrated on projects and growing and leading multi-disciplinary teams.
Responsibilities:
- Leading mechanical engineering design on large multi-disciplinary projects in Commercial Property, Healthcare, Aviation, and/or Science and Industry.
- Leading and managing multi-disciplinary teams to success, fostering a culture of innovation and technical excellence while building a climate of trust and openness within the team.
- Responsible and accountable for client relations (internal and/or external). Able to communicate to multiple levels of an external organization to drive vision and culture to achieve project goals.
- Performing as engineer of record (or alternate). Designing mechanical systems including: heating, cooling, heat rejection, air distribution, ventilation, air conditioning, building automation, and controls.
- Incorporating sustainable and decarbonization design methods into building designs.
- Striving to continuously win future work for the team. Design and management of large, complex, long-term projects (technical or business) while coordinating with other disciplines and external partners within tight time and budget constraints.
- Business development capabilities, experience with putting fees and proposals together, established network within the architectural industry.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering.
- Minimum of 15 years of experience in the built environment with major project leadership experience. Professional Engineering License in the US required.
- Experience in leading multidisciplinary projects and managing complex and large scale client relationships.
- Track record of work winning and demonstrable commercial foresight along with proven expertise in building and managing successful relationships with client organizations.
- Experienced, dynamic, and engaging leader, who has a strong track record of leading and managing teams. Provides an aspirational role model to those developing their career.
- Ability to facilitate connections between external stakeholders and internal disciplines.
Noteworthy projects: Current and recent SF office projects include: UCSF New Hospital at Parnassus Heights, multiple state-of-the-art all-electric Hospitals, refurbishment of the San Francisco Symphony, training facility for NBA franchise, several confidential corporate campuses, new data centers in multiple locations across the US.
Benefits that Work: At Arup, we have a comprehensive and valuable benefits program that works for our employees and their families while keeping costs low. These benefits provide health and welfare security for you as well as paid time off for rest and renewal. Our Global Profit Share Plan (paid bi-annually) provides an opportunity for you to share in the success of the Firm. As a valued employee of Arup, you can also choose to participate in our 401(k) plan with up to 10% company match to help you save for your future.
Flexible Working: We believe that flexible arrangements create a more inclusive way of working that supports our diversity and the wellbeing of our people. Options for alternative schedules and the ability to work outside of the office for a portion of your workweek are available.
Hiring Range: The good faith base salary hiring range for this job if performed in San Francisco is $175,000 to $225,000 per year. Benefits are not included in the base salary. Please note hiring ranges for candidates performing work outside of San Francisco will differ.
Arup is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, spouse of protected veteran, or disability.
