Engineering Team Lead

The Engineering Team Lead with Buildings and Places will be responsible for the overall leadership of the MEP Team including design oversight on all projects project management process improvement and pursuit of design and technical excellence. This role would be a member of the Chicago leadership team with responsibilities of regional collaboration.

The responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to:

• Provides technical leadership and applies thorough and diversified knowledge of mechanical or electrical engineering principles and practices to all projects. 
• Proposes approach to solve new problems encountered using modifications of standard procedures or methods developed in previous assignments.
• Client account leadership including development of client plans and the identification positioning pursuit and securing of new business.
• Responsible for customer satisfaction on AECOMs performance. Regularly meets with customers to ensure that we are providing quality installations and meeting their individual needs.
• Team and project discipline leadership including ownership of team metrics such as finances utilization and performance.
• Serve as mentor by coaching and inspiring engineering teams and individuals; grows and develops staff.
• Work with Managing Principal and Regional Engineering Lead to achieve business and practice goals.
• Interact and work with diverse set of clients and subcontractors.
• Independently performs all the tasks necessary to complete primary design elements for engineering works in accordance with agreed upon budget and schedule.

Qualifications :

Minimum Requirements:

•  BA/BS and 8 Years of Related Experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E) Mechanical or Electrical

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ten (10) years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education 
• Ability to think strategically implement change enforce policy and resolve conflict
• Excellent project planning project management organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work on multiple projects concurrently
• Experience in the Corporate and Commercial markets
• Extensive understanding of engineering fundamentals including load calculations conceptual systems analysis through construction documentation design design and layout of equipment.
• Ability to concisely express complex system solutions in very early design phases in order to share intent either internally for further development or externally to assist design partners
• Documented experience with advanced design and technically challenging design with high profile technology firms working to fast paced schedules
• Experience with AutoCAD/Revit (Revit is preferred)
• Ability to analyze and provide solutions to complex challenges
• Working knowledge of local and international codes NEC and LEED standards   
• Demonstrated ability to lead an engineering team in support of practice growth
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills including both verbal/presentation and written
• Experience developing workplans for engineering projects of varying size and type
• Proven ability to create and maintain strong working relationships with internal and external clients
• LEED accredited Professional with Sustainability experience

Additional Information :

Sponsorship is not offered for this position now or in the future.

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status AECOM benefits may include medical dental vision life AD&D disability benefits paid time off leaves of absences voluntary benefits perks flexible work options well-being resources employee assistance program business travel insurance service recognition awards retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities we solve our clients complex challenges in water environment energy transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle from advisory planning design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at . 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts youll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills helping you build the career youve always envisioned. Here youll find a welcoming workplace built on respect collaboration and communitywhere you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. 

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time