Account Director

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.About the roleThe primary objective of the Account Director - Commissioning is to see that the processes involved in the commissioning of engineering services systems have been diligently and accurately planned, managed, executed, recorded and reported to our client. To maintain extensive day to day contact with the client senior team including Project Managers, local and Regional Commissioning Managers, providing status updates as required – at least on a weekly basis.In the role of Account Director, we'll count on you to:See that our commitments to our clients are delivered on time, to requisite levels of detail and quality.Act as a key point of client contactActively promote HDR services within the accountProvide fee proposals for new projects in line with agreed pricing modelMake full use of the company’s management systems in achieving the primary objective.Take responsibility for project related safetyEncourage project engineers to achieve a high level of performance.Report any performance problems to line managerReview on a monthly basis the Project Job Costing Reports with the project engineering team.Provide supporting information to inform the monthly board reporting processProvide consultative advice in determining Quality and Commissioning and performance requirements, commissioning strategies, programmes, scopes of work and the like.Manage a team of HDR engineers and/or managers, including undertaking personnel functions such as recruitment interviews and performance reviews in association with the Divisional Director or Director.Keep the account team abreast of developments and project opportunities with the account and wider business.Additionally, at all times:Engage with other members of the Company to help improve existing systems and proceduresTalk the role of Champion in an area of specific technical interestPromote the company and the wider group through marketing activitiesKey ResponsibilitiesAct safely at all times in compliance with the Company’s health and safety policy and procedures.Work diligently, efficiently and professionally at all times.Act as a key point of contact for project related client teamsMaintain positive relationships with other staff and professional team membersEnsure technical compliance and high-quality production of our deliverables.Work closely as part of the client’s team in developing Quality and Commissioning strategies and processes which align fully with project objectives.Fully adopt the Company’s project and internal management systems to see that the building services are fully commissioned in accordance with the contract documentation.Maintain an accurate awareness of project finances and control expenditure thereof.Attend project meetings as required.Attend and contribute to Cx summits as requiredPrepare reports that include technical content and progress/key issue detail. Alternatively, to sign off/authorise for publication similar documentation authored by other members of the HDR commissioning team.Develop project specific commissioning management/validation documents and procedures.Be aware and report internally on project scope change.Work with other members of a professional team in evaluating progress, difficulties and costs.Assist in the development of tender submissions within the account and other potential clients as requestedAccurately complete timesheets on a weekly basis.Pro-actively support other members of staff in undertaking their work.ProfileCandidates will be experienced Building Services Engineers with a particular interest and/or skill set in commissioning. This could be either by direct experience of setting systems to work, or by managing the process in working for a contractor or competitor. Candidates will be expected to have a high level of technical competence in one or more of the following areas:Mechanical systemHV distributionHVAC balancingLV distributionQA ManagementSustainabilityUPSPreferred Qualifications4 years of industry experience dealing with mechanical, electrical and controls disciplinesProven ability to lead commissioning efforts from design through project completionPassion for sustainability and knowledge of the commissioning process and experience with design, installation and operation of building systems (including but not limited to: HVAC, electrical, mechanical, and controls)Willingness to travel within UK and abroad regularly and potentially for extended durations to meet the needs of the projectsDemonstrated ability to troubleshoot HVAC, TAB, and Controls and have excellent report writing skillsSolid understanding of operational requirements, safety requirements, code inspections and maintenance considerationsStrong written, verbal communication and time management skills; excellent interpersonal skills; ability to interact with people at all levelsTechnical knowledge of MEP systems and HVAC expertiseProficiency with Microsoft Office SuiteMultitasking abilityValid driver's licenseRequired QualificationsBachelor's degree in Engineering10 years related experienceA minimum 5 years project management experienceProfessional Engineer (PE) licenseMS Office and MS Project experience (Access experience would be plus)Demonstrated leadership, business development and strategic planning skillsAn attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a mustHDR is committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records. #J-18808-Ljbffr