Practice Leader- Entertainment Engineering

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Practice Leader – Entertainment Engineering

The Practice Leader is a highly organized and experienced individual who plays a pivotal role in leading and growing our Entertainment Engineering practice. This position combines technical expertise with business leadership, supporting the design and delivery of complex specialty structures, rigging systems, mechanized systems, and one-of-a-kind installations for the entertainment industry. The Practice Leader ensures excellence in project execution while driving financial performance, staff development, client relationships, and business growth.

• Provide leadership and guidance to Project Managers, Senior Project Managers, and engineering staff working on entertainment-related projects.
• Support professional growth and technical development through mentorship, training, and project oversight.
• Manage day-to-day operations of the practice, including staffing, workload planning, and performance tracking.
• Collaborate with other Practice Leaders and service lines to share expertise, drive innovation, and deliver integrated project solutions.
• Ensure all work meets industry codes, safety standards, and project requirements unique to entertainment venues, productions, and specialty structures.

• Lead recruiting efforts to attract top engineering and creative talent passionate about the entertainment industry.
• Foster a collaborative, innovative culture that retains staff and encourages career growth.
• Conduct performance reviews, mentor emerging leaders, and champion professional development initiatives tailored to entertainment engineering.

• Oversee project budgets, schedules, and profitability across the practice, ensuring successful delivery of high-profile entertainment projects.
• Negotiate contract terms, scopes, and fees with production companies, venue owners, contractors, and specialty fabricators.
• Monitor project performance, prepare utilization plans, and ensure effective financial reporting (WIP/AR, invoicing, cash flow).

• Drive business development efforts by strengthening relationships with production firms, architects, contractors, and creative partners.
• Identify and pursue new opportunities…