What are the responsibilities and job description for the VP of Engineering position at David Joseph & Company?
We are seeking a seasoned VP of Engineering to lead engineering strategy and execution across a growing portfolio of commercial and residential development projects in Las Vegas. This executive leader will oversee engineering delivery from feasibility and design through construction and closeout—while serving as a highly trusted partner to internal leadership and external stakeholders.
A critical success factor in this role is exceptional client and contract relationship leadership, including strong ability to manage consultant performance, resolve technical disputes, negotiate scope alignment, and ensure contract obligations are met.
Key Responsibilities
Lead engineering execution across multiple large-scale commercial and residential projects.
Oversee engineering activities through feasibility, design, permitting support, construction delivery, and turnover.
Own key stakeholder relationships (clients, JV partners, municipalities, architects/engineers, GCs) and serve as a senior escalation point.
Drive contract and consultant performance, ensuring scope clarity, quality deliverables, and timely execution.
Partner with Legal, Development, and Construction teams on contract interpretation, risk mitigation, change management, and dispute resolution.
Establish engineering standards, review processes, and quality controls to reduce rework and improve delivery consistency.
Build, develop, and lead a high-performing engineering team.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Civil, Structural, Mechanical, or related).
8 years of progressive experience in engineering leadership within commercial and/or residential development.
Proven track record managing engineering delivery across complex, multi-project portfolios.
Strong understanding of contract-driven environments (consultant agreements, design-build, GC/CM contracts).
Strong client-facing and stakeholder communication skills; capable of managing high-stakes relationships.
PE preferred