Director of Engineering – Data Center Construction

Rosendin

. Provide complete oversight for the direction, planning, management and ongoing engineering operations on a regional basis .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $166,300 - $218,300 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates advanced knowledge in building systems electrical engineering and management, with a focus on project development, resource management, and effective communication. Proven ability to lead engineering operations, oversee testing and commissioning, and maintain client relationships while managing multiple priorities.

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Building Systems Electrical EngineeringProject DevelopmentTesting and CommissioningProfessional Engineer (P.E.) RegistrationResource Management

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Hard Skills

Electrical EngineeringEquipment TestingSystem CommissioningProject ManagementValue EngineeringFeasibility StudiesBudget AnalysisProposal DevelopmentMicrosoft OfficeOracle

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationTeam PlayerProactive AttitudeProblem SolvingAdaptability

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Engineer (P.E.)

Industry Keywords

Engineering OperationsConstruction SciencesStaff DevelopmentClient RelationsHR Management

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Oracle

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide complete oversight for the direction, planning, management and ongoing engineering operations on a regional basis
Provide input on strategic decision-making and processes to the VP, Engineering and other Directors and Officers
Report directly to the Senior Director or Vice President, Engineering
Participate in senior manager planning for engineering, detailing/modeling and principal engineering work
Develop and oversee regional Engineering operations
Anticipate, plan and map group, team and staff skills to the work
Recruit, train and deploy staff throughout the region
Oversee HR and budgets for the Regional Engineering group
Develop proposals and meet, present and secure work on behalf of the firm
Direct preliminary engineering activities, including project development, programming and schematic design
Direct project close-out, installation or manufacturing QA/QC, testing and commissioning operations
Act as the firm’s emissary for dispute resolution or sensitive client work and negotiations
Work independently based on the operating business plan and financial controls
Develop complete action plans from executive-level guidance for required deliverables or projects
Develop or oversee complex project-specific work, including sequences of operations, equipment/system testing scripts and complex engineering products
Visit project locations to ascertain existing conditions, perform feasibility studies, test factory-built systems and conduct field investigations
Conduct value engineering evaluations
Evaluate project/system design criteria against budgetary issues
Support Pre-Construction efforts in Estimating and Business Development
Identify and develop leads and close new work
Maintain external customer relationships throughout projects
Review contract requirements

Requirements

What you’ll need

Advanced knowledge of all aspects of building systems electrical engineering, manufacturing or technology
Advanced management skills, including work planning, resource management, fee development, staff oversight, staff development and advancement planning
Advanced knowledge of equipment and system testing and commissioning
Ability to analyze and resolve technically complex engineering problems
Proficient in computer use and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.); Oracle preferred
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and changing priorities
Ability to work under time pressure and adapt to changing requirements
Effective oral and written communication skills
Self-motivated, proactive and effective team player
Ability to interact effectively and professionally with employees, management, vendors, clients, Trade Partners and others
Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college in electrical engineering, architectural engineering, construction sciences, or related discipline
Typically requires 12 years of related work experience; combination of education, training and relevant experience permitted
Registration as a licensed US-based Professional Engineer (P.E.) is required
Ability to travel up to 50%
Ability to perform duties involving sitting, standing, walking, typing, carrying, pushing and bending
Occasional lifting of up to 30 lbs.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
401K
Annual bonus program based upon performance, profitability, and achievement
17 PTO days per year plus 10 paid holidays
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
Term Life, AD&D Insurance, and Voluntary Life Insurance
Disability Income Protection Insurance
Pre-tax Flexible Spending Plans (Health and Dependent Care)
Charitable Giving Match with our Rosendin Foundation
Competitive compensation
Full benefits
Employee ownership/shareholder opportunity