Principal, Building Technology (Minneapolis, MN)

Minneapolis, MN - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

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Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH) is a national engineering firm committed to delivering holistic advice for our clients most complex challenges. We leverage our collective and diverse experience technical expertise and industry knowledge of structures and building enclosures advanced analysis performance & code consulting and applied science & research to deliver unrivaled comprehensive solutions that drive superior performance. With 750 employees in ten office locations throughout the United States SGHs industry-leading teams constantly seek to advance the meaning of whats possible.

What makes careers at SGH so special

The only way to advance is to question and explore. Every member of the SGH team is both a learner and an educator committed to advancing ourselves our teams and our industry. Together we are creating a community that never settles for what is but always seeks what could be.

There are many reasons to love SGH:

Our Work: Our clients trust us to bring clarity and deliver outstanding solutions for their most complex projects.
Our People: We are bold thinkers and compassionate teammates committed to lifelong learning and professional growth.
Our Commitment: We live with integrity and embrace an obligation to give back to our professions and communities.
Our Contribution: We offer a comprehensive and rich compensation and benefits package with company-paid and voluntary programs to help build healthy lifestyles strong relationships and future prosperity.

We are seeking a Principal who is passionate about technical excellence people leadership and advancing SGHs long-term success.

The Principal-level role represents a senior leadership position within SGH. This individual independently leads complex high-risk projects; generates and sustains significant external work; strengthens key client relationships; mentors staff; and contributes meaningfully to SGHs strategic growth and reputation.

Location: This position is based in Minneapolis MN and will operate remotely while being affiliated with SGHs Chicago office.

What Youll Be Doing

Lead and direct complex high-profile projects involving new design and the evaluation investigation and repair of existing buildings serving as Principal-in-Charge where appropriate.
Independently manage significant project portfolios ensuring sound judgment in project selection contracting scope definition risk management billing oversight and fee collection.
Generate execute and sustain external work consistent with Principal-level expectations demonstrating strong business acumen and market presence.
Pursue and develop new markets clients or practice areas that expand SGHs technical breadth and strategic reach.
Serve as a trusted advisor and primary client contact on major engagements building long-term relationships aligned with SGHs values and professional standards.
Exercise sound judgment in evaluating opportunities and safeguarding SGHs reputation in the marketplace.
Provide senior technical leadership in the investigation and remediation of complex building envelope malfunctions and failures.
Direct and oversee design and construction-phase services including consultation to engineers architects contractors and construction administration support.
Lead multidisciplinary teams across divisions offices and practice areas fostering collaboration and an all-SGH mindset.
Mentor develop and create growth opportunities for staff across reporting lines conducting meaningful performance feedback and supporting professional advancement.
Perform peer reviews of plans specifications proposals and technical deliverables to ensure excellence and consistency with SGHs standards.
Support litigation claims and expert services efforts by providing authoritative technical insight and professional judgment when required.
Demonstrate strong leadership presence through industry involvement including publications professional societies speaking engagements and committee participation that enhances SGHs visibility and reputation.
Actively promote all SGH professional services and engage the best SGH expertise to serve clients effectively.
Demonstrate commitment to SGHs long-term success including participation in firm leadership initiatives and shareholding consistent with firm policy.

What Youll Need

Bachelors Degree in Architecture Engineering or Architectural Engineering with 20 years of experience or a Masters Degree with 15 years of experience in an architectural/engineering or construction management environment.
Professional Engineer (P.E.) or Registered Architect (RA) required (as applicable to discipline) in the state of Minnesota.
Demonstrated multi-year experience independently directing complex projects and serving as Principal-in-Charge or equivalent leadership role.
Proven record of generating and sustaining significant external work and independently attracting clients.
Established professional reputation as a first-rate provider in the marketplace respected by clients and industry peers.
Strong business judgment risk awareness and strategic decision-making capability.
Demonstrated leadership ability including mentoring and developing staff across multiple teams and offices.
Excellent written verbal and presentation communication skills; ability to serve as lead author and reviewer of complex technical documents and proposals.
Commitment to ethical practice quality assurance/quality control procedures and safeguarding SGHs professional reputation.
Ability to travel to project sites as required and maintain an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report.

Benefits Overview:

SGH provides the following benefits to eligible employees:

Paid Time Off (Vacation time Sick leave Holidays)
Paid Parental Leave
Profit Sharing and 401(k) plan with a discretionary company contribution
Health Insurance (Medical Dental & Vision)
Short and Long-Term Disability (company paid)
Employee Basic Life and AD&D insurance (company paid)
Optional Life Insurance
Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Fertility Family Forming and Hormonal Health benefit
Employee Assistance Program
Pre-tax Commuter Benefit
AFLAC Accident & Cancer Insurance
Legal & Identity Theft plans
Tuition Reimbursement

Compensation:

The compensation range below is a good faith estimate pursuant to applicable equal pay and pay transparency laws.

Base salary is a part of SGHs industry leading Total Compensation package. Our Total Compensation package includes base salary pay for extra direct hours worked an annual discretionary bonus program generous paid time off and health and wellness benefits with a special emphasis on substantial SGH contributions to medical insurance premiums and SGHs Profit Sharing & 401(k) Plan.

Principal:

$214240$262080 USD

SGH is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all job applicants and employees. We consider all qualified applicants and encourage individuals with disabilities and protected veterans to apply. If the application system is not accessible to you or you need a reasonable accommodation to apply due to a disability please emailor call and ask for Human Resources.

Do you want to help engineer whats nextSimpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH) is a national engineering firm committed to delivering holistic advice for our clients most complex challenges. We leverage our collective and diverse experience technical expertise and industry knowledge of structures and buildin...