Director of Design I - Strategic Planning Design and Consulting (Engineering)

TL;DR

Director of Design I - Strategic Planning Design and Consulting (Engineering): Leading multidisciplinary design and consulting teams to deliver large-scale, technically complex engineering projects with an accent on strategic planning and organizational leadership. Focus on aligning design outcomes with business objectives, financial oversight, and driving design excellence across multiple disciplines.

Location: Must be based in the United States

Company

A partner company specializing in multidisciplinary design and consulting for large-scale technical projects.

What you will do

• Lead multidisciplinary design and consulting teams to ensure effective execution of complex projects.
• Oversee project planning, staffing coordination, and resource allocation across business units.
• Support financial planning, including budget development, utilization monitoring, and expense tracking.
• Drive organizational change management and implement structural or operational updates.
• Conduct performance evaluations and foster career development and team engagement.
• Contribute to business development activities to support market growth using design expertise.

Requirements

• 10+ years of progressive experience in design leadership roles, including independent project leadership.
• Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering or related design discipline preferred.
• Strong experience managing large, multidisciplinary projects involving engineering and technical teams.
• Expertise in project management, including budgeting, scheduling, forecasting, and proposal development.
• Must be located in the United States.

Nice to have

• Professional registration or eligibility for registration.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools and specialized design/documentation software.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance coverage and retirement savings plans.
• Professional development and clear career growth opportunities.
• Inclusive and collaborative work environment focused on innovation.
• Flexible work arrangements depending on role and project requirements.
• Company-supported wellness resources.