Engineering Managing Principal

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Our team is redefining building design and engineering. AE Works is an award-winning firm ranked among the top U.S. A/E firms by Architectural Record and ENR Mid-Atlantic . As a certified B Corp, we are recognized for our commitment to innovation and delivering exceptional results.

Our mission is straightforward: to make building projects a better value. We thrive on solving complex challenges and creating solutions that enhance the built environment, enabling our clients to succeed in their most important endeavors.

WHY AE WORKS?

Our strength lies in our people. We offer a collaborative environment where expertise is shared, and ideas drive progress. You’ll work alongside architects, engineers, cost estimators, and construction managers with deep experience across higher education, government, engineering & infrastructure, healthcare and commercial markets. Together, we apply leading-edge technology and a passion for design excellence to projects that shape the future.

Position Overview

AsEngineering Managing Principal at AE Works, you will lead and grow our MEP/FP engineering practice, mentoring staff, ensuring quality across all project phases, and driving technical excellence firm-wide. You’ll serve as a primary client contact, coordinate services across project teams, and collaborate with senior leadership on business initiatives. In this role, you’ll balance hands-on project involvement with strategic leadership—strengthening our engineering capabilities, guiding proposals and business development efforts, and representing AE Works at industry events.

LOCATION:

Arlington, VA or Pittsburgh, PA with travel to client and project sites.

Key Responsiblities

• Strengthen the breadth and depth of the engineering practice firm-wide, supporting engineering efforts at both the project and departmental level.
• Act as a mentor and manager of engineering staff, providing leadership, clear guidance, and regular feedback to ensure quality results.
• Maintain involvement and ensure quality control in all phases of projects where engineering is involved.
• Work directly with the COO and senior management to develop major business initiatives around engineering and other firm services.
• Coordinate MEP services with project team leads.
• Serve as a primary contact with clients and consultants for engineering services.
• Research and gather information on potential clients, projects, and trends in market sectors.
• Prepare fee proposals, qualifications packages, presentations, and other related materials for potential opportunities.
• Attend industry functions, such as association events and conferences, providing feedback on market trends; participation in speaking and presenting to demonstrate expertise preferred.
• Implement, monitor, and support company policies.
  
  

Qualifications

What's Required:

• Bachelor's or master's degree in architectural engineering from an ABET accredited university.
• 15+ years of manager or leadership experience in an Architectural Engineering or MEP firm.
• Experience in design of healthcare, senior care, higher education, commercial, public safety, and/or government projects, with specialization in a specific area of design required.
• 5+ years of client relationship building and principal-level engagement
• Sales experience, including preparing proposals and participating in client interviews.
  
  

What Puts You Ahead

• Skilled in cloud-based and mobile technology for collaboration.
• Strong communication and listening skills.
• Good leadership and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments effectively.
  
  

AE WORKS' PERKS:

At AE Works, you’ll find more than just a job—you’ll find a place to grow, innovate, and contribute to a culture of excellence. We offer generous benefits, a flexible work environment, and opportunities for ongoing learning and advancement, supporting you in building a fulfilling career while shaping the future of design.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. EEO is the law AE Works uses E-Verify . You have the Right to Work .