Principal – Managing Director
Location: Austin, TX

An established multidisciplinary MEP consulting firm is seeking a dynamic Principal – Managing Director to lead its Austin office. This role is a unique opportunity for an experienced professional to combine business development, technical expertise, and leadership to grow a local practice while supporting additional offices across Texas.

About the Role

Reporting directly to executive leadership, the Principal – Managing Director will play a key role in:

• Business development and client relationship management

• Mentoring and developing engineering staff

• Leading high-profile projects as Principal and Senior Project Manager

• Ensuring quality design and project delivery across mechanical, electrical, and plumbing disciplines

• Overseeing office financial performance and profitability

Responsibilities

• Lead business development efforts to grow the firm’s Austin portfolio; identify new clients and opportunities.

• Manage proposals, contracts, negotiations, and client billing.

• Serve as Principal and Senior Project Manager on key projects, ensuring successful delivery.

• Oversee project planning, scheduling, budgets, and staffing assignments.

• Supervise and mentor a team of 5+ engineers and technical staff.

• Ensure quality control measures are implemented and adhered to across all projects.

• Participate in leadership team discussions and help shape company policies and culture.

• Collaborate with other office directors to pursue regional growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of related mechanical engineering/architectural engineering experience.

• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Texas required.

• LEED AP preferred.

• Proven track record in business development and client relationship management.

• Strong technical background in design and project management of mechanical and plumbing systems, with ability to coordinate with electrical, architectural, and structural teams.

• Demonstrated leadership and team management experience.

Why Join Us

• Lead and grow a high-performing Austin office while impacting regional presence.

• Collaborate with a forward-thinking leadership team across multiple locations.

• Be part of a culture that values mentorship, quality, and innovation.

• Competitive compensation and benefits package.