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About the Role

Manage a small engineering design team performing investigation, analysis, and design for mechanical/HVAC systems in existing buildings and for ground-up multifamily and mixed-use construction. Deliver practical designs that meet site constraints, sustainability targets, budget, and constructability requirements. Review project work, including calculations, design, construction administration, and inspections.

Responsibilities

Manage technical and administrative aspects of mechanical and HVAC design service opportunities from proposal preparation to final acceptance by Client, including invoice and accounts/receivable.
Review assessment information gathered during site investigations and comment on technical reports, ensuring clarity and applicability for the Client.
Lead mechanical engineering design for projects including multifamily, commercial, industrial, and retail, with applications in waterside/airside distribution, equipment sizing, smoke control systems, steam distribution systems, and major equipment replacement projects in existing buildings, and minor ground-up construction.
Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, including electrical, plumbing, structural, fire/life safety, and project management.
Supervise staff designers and engineers to produce schematic, filing, and construction designs/layouts adhering to solid-design principles and NYC codes/regulations.
Prepare drawings, specifications, bidding documents, and related submissions in alignment with applicable codes, standards, and best practices.
Inspect contractor and staff work to ensure adherence to contract documents and prepare summary documentation.
Communicate effectively with external clients, contractors, vendors, consultants, and city/state construction/energy agencies.
Maintain project schedules, change orders, and budgets, ensuring adequate staffing and adherence to client agreements.
Manage individual project budgets and assist the accounting department with invoicing.
Mentor junior staff members with technical guidance, project processes, feedback, and recognition.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a mechanical or architectural engineering field.
Minimum 10 years of professional experience designing mechanical and HVAC systems for both existing and new buildings across various project types.
Experience working within New York City regulatory environments.
Proficiency in Revit MEP and AutoCAD for mentoring junior engineer drafting tasks.
Experience with industry-recognized load/energy modeling and distribution calculations for mentoring junior staff.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across disciplines.
Confident presenter with sound commercial awareness.
Highly organized, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
Tri-State Area regulatory experience preferred.

Skills

Mechanical and HVAC design
Project management
Revit MEP
AutoCAD
Load/energy modeling
Distribution calculations
Communication
Collaboration
Presentation
Commercial awareness
Organization
Time management

Location

Nationwide
New York City

Work Type

Hybrid

Experience Level

Minimum 10 years of professional experience
Sr. Project Manager II

Education Level

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or architectural engineering
Professional Engineering (PE) license strongly preferred

Benefits

Team-oriented environment
Meaningful career paths
Leadership opportunities
Space to specialize
Education and Professional Licensing support
Flexible, hybrid work
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Company-paid Life Insurance
Company-paid Short-Term Disability
Company-paid Long-Term Disability
Voluntary Life Insurance options
401k Retirement Plan with employer match
Paid Holidays
Competitive PTO plans

About the Company

Stratus is an integrated, multi-disciplinary engineering, architecture, interior design, and consulting firm.
Consistently ranking among the Top 500 Design Firms in Engineering News-Record.
Offers a deep bench of industry experts through a highly collaborative approach, delivering innovative solutions across the full project lifecycle.
Operates coast to coast, serving clients nationwide.
Maintains a strategic commitment to supporting high-growth economies and building vibrant communities.
Dedicated to delivering the highest-quality service.
Designs spaces, systems, and solutions that perform, endure, and make an impact, delivering on the promise of Better Plans. Better Places.

Equal Opportunity

Stratus is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions, and lactation), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.
Stratus Team’s management Team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, access to facilities and programs, and general treatment during employment.