Director of Engineering

We are looking for a highly skilled Director of Engineering to join our SageWater management team! We’re growing, and we’re looking for more great people to help us continue to grow! 

ABOUT US: 

Founded in 1988, SageWater is the nation’s leading provider of turnkey plumbing and mechanical infrastructure solutions for condominium and apartment communities. We help diagnose and solve piping system problems with high levels of care and attention to detail—all while residents remain in their homes. 

WHY JOIN US? 

•   SageWater offers great pay with regular reviews and a commitment to career growth!  

•   Regular achievement-related bonuses  

•   401(k) 

•   Vacation, sick leave and paid holidays 

•   Zero premium quality health insurance for yourself  

•   Low premium quality health insurance for your family  

•   Low premium dental and vision insurance for you and your family  

•   Life and long-term/short-term disability insurance 

•   Valuable on-the-job training  

ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY: 

As our Director of Engineering, you will thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, where precision, service excellence, and a relentless eye for detail are non-negotiable. You’ll be a key leader in our most complex, high-stakes engineering projects from design, build, quality, safety, sustainable practices, and continuous improvement for large-scale multi-unit residential plumbing and mechanical systems replacement projects. You will drive design, liaise with clients and vendors, and partner with our estimating, pre-construction, marketing, and operations teams to meet business goals, ensuring every project meets our high standards.  

This Director of Engineering requires significant design-build experience specifically related to Mechanical and Plumbing building systems, demonstrated large-scale project leadership expertise, and very effective client and stakeholder relationship skills. This role is intended to be a hybrid full-time exempt position, based at our Alexandria Virginia office, with some occasional overnight travel, and reports to the Senior Vice President, Pre-Construction. 

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Design/Build Project Delivery 

• Manage internal and external resources to deliver design-build projects
• Generate schematic level design and project approach for various offering.
• Manage external design resources to ensure quality and scope effectiveness.
• Produce and present accurate design documents in-house.
• Draft contract exhibits defining project scope and related topics. 

Technical and Field Operations Support 

• Work closely with SageWater preconstruction and operations staff to fully understand project specific requirements including vendors, contractors, and regulators. 
• Manage production of construction documents to be utilized for acquiring permits and assist staff with permit acquisition throughout the United States. 
• Support Pipe TEST division as needed with regard to technical client communications, scope development, traditional consultive engineering tasks and execution.
• Address technical questions and support and monitor related ongoing work including on-site. 
• Review construction documents to ensure quality and scope including in-house construction document production as needed.
• Manage mechanical and plumbing technical support throughout the company.
• Maintain, foster, and develop productive relationships including with co-workers, other departments, clients, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Promote innovation and process improvements across pre-construction and operations teams
• Travel as needed to support project launch, troubleshooting, and technical issues. 

Business Development/Sales

• Meet regularly with other teams to assist with project pursuits and increase project wins.
• Coordinate the creation of new project work based upon service client systems and equipment needs.
• Work with the Marketing team to develop and/or refine sales and marketing literature and web content.
• Conduct pre-award site visits to understand projects scope and develop win strategies.
• Serve as the main point of contact for clients regarding project updates, service issues, and technical support.
• Assist with owner communications including drafting and delivering content. 
• Provide inputs for our estimating department to create proposals for service contracts and construction projects. 

Financial & Strategic Planning 

• Manage assigned budget, including software and other miscellaneous overhead costs.
• Solicit and evaluate proposals from external design partners and manage associated costs. 
• Analyze operational data to improve efficiency, profitability, and customer service.
• Support long-term planning and growth strategies for the Engineering division.
• Accurately monitor and report on the design, construction, schedules, and financial activities in a timely manner
• Provide regular updates to executive leadership on engineering performance, project risks, and milestones. 

(This job posting is not intended as a complete list of activities, duties, or responsibilities for this position.) 

KEY REQUIREMENTS:

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or related field 
• At least 5 years’ design experience with Mechanical and Plumbing building systems
• At least 5 years' experience working for or with mechanical/plumbing contractors
• Demonstrated knowledge of relevant building codes, specifically ICC and various energy standards
• Leadership experience related to design team environments
• Expertise with industry standard drawing software and load calculation/design software
• Demonstrated client and vendor relationship management skills
• Demonstrated financial and business acumen
• Excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills
• A positive “no job is too big or too small” attitude
• Proficiency in English, written and spoken, and excellent presentation skills
• Proficiency in basic computer skills including with email, internet, Word, and Excel
• Must have a personal vehicle suitable for regular local and regional transport
• Must be able to travel locally and occasionally overnight nationally
• Must be able to regularly lift and carry 25-50 lbs 

PREFERRED CANDIDATES will also have prior trades experience; advanced degree; registered Professional Engineer (minimum one state, NCEES registration preferred).

Salary: $215,000 annualized base pay plus eligible to earn performance based incentive bonus.

Ready to be considered for this amazing opportunity at SageWater? 

If you’re ready to take the next step and make a real difference in your life and career, don’t wait—apply today! 

Employment Authorization 

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States and must be able to confirm their employment eligibility via E-Verify at the time of hire. We are unable to sponsor employment at this time. 

No recruiters or agencies, please.