Engineering Manager - XO Trace Division

Compensation Range:  $100,000 - $120,000
Per Diem:  No
Job Status:  Full Time
Job Type:  Permanent
Job Location:  Houston, TX or Remote
Travel Requirements:  Minimal Travel for Job Walks & Company Events
We are seeking an XO Trace Engineering Manager to join our team and support the XO Trace Division Manager to launch our XO Trace Engineering Department.  This important position offers a unique opportunity to lead the development of our XO Trace design services team. Overall, your role is responsible for preparing, developing, and coordinating the preparation of Heat Management System (HMS) designs and deliverables for industrial and commercial projects requiring electric, steam, or other heat trace technologies.  You will establish and maintain engineering standards, practices, & tools to ensure the quality and timely delivery of a reliable and value-engineered HMS system design according to industry standards.  As we grow the XO Trace Engineering Department, you will have the opportunity to grow your team through hiring, training, and managing personnel.
As the XO Trace Engineering Manager, you will work with Clients, Engineers, Project Managers and more, both internally and externally, on a wide range of projects.  You will report directly to our XO Trace Division Manager.  There is potential for travel to Bid Walks, Projects, and Company Events.
Primary Duties:
Analyze and evaluate project plans, specifications, scope, difficulty, and any other requirements necessary to develop & prepare HMS engineering designs and deliverables in accordance with customer contracts and HTI proposals
Support optimization strategies and provide value engineering solutions
Use the Request for Information (RFI) process when information is lacking (document appropriately)
Provide support as needed to prepare project change orders
Support Project Management and Construction teams on projects
Develop engineering standard work procedures, document control, quality control/assurance, guidelines, tools, deliverables package, etc.
Hire, supervise, train, & develop engineering design personnel & resources
Prepare preliminary deliverables and manage production of final deliverables
Manage engineering budget & schedule for successful completion of projects
Ensure achievement of profit and production targets
Provide department forecasting and capacity information
Coordinate with other divisions as needed
Provide support as Subject Matter Expert (SME) to estimating as needed on preliminary designs & deliverables for HMS estimates
Communicate with customers, owners, vendors, and trades
Participate in and lead weekly planning meetings with staff
Provide input on project close-outs and reviews
Attend pre-job meetings
Attend project job walks as assigned
Communication; Documentation; Organization
While it is impossible to list every duty that may be asked of an employee, the Employer may ask that an employee do other duties as the business need arises
Requirements
Required Qualifications:
Minimum 5 years formal experience planning & leading HMS engineering & design work on construction projects in industrial and commercial applications
Degree in engineering
Thorough understanding of engineering management procedures & methodologies
Complete understanding of industry codes and standards
Significant level of experience with relevant engineering tools for HMS applications (AutoCAD, Navisworks, design software, etc.)
Proficient with Microsoft applications (i.e. Excel, Word, Outlook, etc) with an ability to competently & quickly learn new software
Thorough understanding of constructability and value engineering concepts
Ability to professionally supervise engineering department personnel and resources
Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail
Excellent math and organizational skills
Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills
Willingness to learn new skills and ideas
Valid Driver’s license, insurance, and reliable transportation.
Desired Qualifications:
Preferred 10 years of experience in HMS industry
Additional experience in construction and estimating preferred
Strong working knowledge of Viewpoint preferred
Benefits
Manager Approved Flex-time off
401(k) after (1) year of service
Cell Allowance
Health / Dental / Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Health Savings Accounts (HSAs)
Long-Term & Short-Term Disability
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