Director of Architecture & Engineering Services, Chicago Studio Security Clearance

Position: Director of Architecture & Engineering Services, Chicago Studio with Security Clearance
Director of Architecture & Engineering Services, Chicago Studio

Location:

* Chicago, IL (Onsite or Hybrid) Exp Federal delivers full-service Architectural & Engineering and Design-Build solutions. We are adding a Director of A&E Services to our growing design practice. Under the direction of the Senior Vice President of Architecture and Engineering, you will work alongside other Directors to manage our portfolio of projects. We believe in identifying potential in people and then providing opportunities to achieve success.

This position provides an opportunity to gain the type of experience to be eligible for promotion to more senior, officer-level positions within the company. Our leaders are responsible for complex projects that require innovative, efficient solutions collaborating across multiple disciplines. Joining our team requires a commitment to leverage the exceptional intellectual capital of our employees to support our federal government clients across multiple sectors.

Employees and clients alike will look to you for results that exceed their expectations. The Director will manage multiple A&E projects supervising Project Managers, professional, and technical innovators in multiple disciplines. You will supervise, mentor, and expand the team, fostering a collaborative environment across the wider exp Federal design studios. In addition, the Director will oversee as an acting Project Manager on various projects as needed.

The job responsibilities include project performance such as quality, cost, and scheduling along with metrics relating to client satisfaction and development of technical staff. Principle Areas of Responsibility:
* Manage the performance of Project Managers and perform as PM on key contracts.
* Interact closely with our federal government clients.
* Support PMs in developing design concepts through construction documents and coordinate with project teams of architects, engineers, and specialty consultants.
* Identify and respond to new business opportunities in the Region
* Work closely with the Sr. Vice President of A&E Services, COO, and the Business Development Team to identify and respond to new business opportunities.
* Communicate and work closely with other Directors and technical leads to gather lessons learned and establish consistency in project delivery.
* Determine resources and execution requirements to support projects and monitor resource allocation to maximize efficient and effective management of projects.
* Mentor and coach individual team members to grow capabilities.

Required Qualifications:

* Bachelor's degree in architecture or engineering from an accredited four-year college or university.
* Minimum of 15 years of experience as a Project Architect or Project Engineer.
* Familiarity with the Whole Building Design Guide, Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC), and Unified Facilities Guide Specifications (UFGS) is strongly preferred.
* Proficient with building and design codes (IBC, ASCE, ACI, AISC, etc.)
* Licensed Architect or Professional Engineer is required.
* Experience providing A&E services on Design-Build federal government contracts is preferred.
* Proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD/BIM/Micro Station preferred.
* U.S. citizen and able to obtain and maintain a security clearance. More

About Us:

Exp Federal delivers full-service Architectural & Engineering and Design-Build solutions. You will be part of an expanding team that works collaboratively across our wider exp Federal design studios. As part of a project team, you will have the opportunity to work on a variety of projects that keep you engaged and showcase your individual talents. We believe in identifying potential in people and then providing opportunities to achieve success.

Our employees work on complex projects that require innovative, efficient solutions, and collaboration across various disciplines. Joining our team is a commitment to meaningful work supporting federal government clients across multiple sectors. Employees and clients alike will look to you for results that exceed their expectations. Our Values:
Respect:
We respect people, honor diversity, and treat each other fairly. These are the cornerstones of our culture and the key to our culture and the key to our ability to work successfully as a global team. Unquestioned Integrity:
We operate with the highest standards of honesty and responsibility - as individuals and as a corporation. We're people who meet routine , everyday obligations with honesty. Safety:
We place the highest priority on the health and safety of our employees and protection of our assets and the environment. Our goal is zero work-related injuries. Customer Service:
We listen and respond to the changing needs of our customers, the industry , and the environment, and draw upon lessons learned from our experiences around the world. Impeccable Quality:
We recognize that quality is fundamental in all our operations - it is everyone's responsibility. We have established…