About Us

At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. While we are most well-known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high-performance buildings and smart infrastructure, we provide much more than that. We create an unshakable foundation for progress because our multidisciplinary teams also include scientists, economists, builders, analysts and artists. That's why we believe diversity is our greatest strength. HDR is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer.

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We believe that the way we work can add meaning and value to the world. That ideas inspire positive change. That coloring outside the lines can illuminate fresh perspectives. And that small details yield important realizations. Above all, we believe that collaboration is the best way forward.

HDR is hiring a Mechanical Section Manager for our Florida Building Engineering Services Team in Orlando, Florida. This individual will be administratively responsible for the group as well as technical service functions and will lead and coordinate services with other disciplines. They will be directly involved with clients in project production and related issues, and will be in charge of the implementation, monitoring and support of company policy. They will select, train, develop, and manage technical personnel and help identify and recruit talented staff to enable our mechanical section to grow to meet the design needs of HDR's East Region. They will also be responsible for coordinating workload between BES design centers across HDR, and specifically with improving engagement with our mechanical teams in Charlotte, NC and Atlanta, GA. This engagement should include regular workload discussions, engagement with shared professional development opportunities, and intentional cross-training of our staff.

Primary Responsibilities

• Responsible for managing and building a design production team to deliver HVAC and Plumbing work through recruitment, staff development, and training.
• Managing workflow and utilization, mentoring and staff development, forecasting and scheduling, quality control, and fostering a team environment
• Function as a technical lead on projects, coordinating with other disciplines across HDR, and leading the development of construction drawings, specifications, and supporting engineering calculations, as well as the review of shop drawings during construction
• Be directly involved with external clients as well as internal project managers, market sector leads, business group managers, and other leaders throughout HDR
• Expected to help implement, monitor, and support company policies
• Participate in leadership for technical service functions and support the development of HDR services in technical design.
• Prepare mechanical proposals including scope development and estimating hours/fee.
• Provide technical expertise in HVAC and Plumbing design across a variety of markets including Healthcare, Education and Science, Water/Wastewater, Municipal, Industrial, and Federal Clients.
• Prepare design drawings for construction documents.
• Review work of junior staff.Some regional/national travel will be expected.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related Engineering discipline.
• A minimum of 10 years management experience
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in mechanical/HVAC design of buildings and facillities
• PE license
• Excellent communication, leadership, and planning skills, and the ability to thrive in a team environment.
• Ability to handle multiple assignments
• Good leadership and organizational skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
• Ability to manage, lead and mentor other team members.
• Technical knowledge of mechanical systems design.
• Previous experience with an architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firm.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree with a focus in Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience designing water/wastewater facilities and/or experience with lab work, healthcare, and datacenter facilities.
• 15 years of experience in mechanical design.
• Experience with Revit
• Experience directly supervising multiple staff members.

Why HDR

At HDR, we know work isn't only about who you work for it's also about what you do and how you do it. Led by the strength of our values and a culture shaped by employee ownership, we network with each other, build on each other's contributions, and collaborate together to make great things possible. When you join HDR, we give you license to do the same. We help you take charge of your career, giving you multiple growth opportunities along the way.