Smith Seckman Reid Inc

Discipline Ops Mgr I (Plumbing)

Smith Seckman Reid Inc • $88K — $105K *
Raleigh, NC 27610In-Person
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Registered technical professional or 10+ years of practical experience in relevant technical discipline
  • At least 5 years in a consulting engineering firm
  • Proficient in technical discipline
  • Active NCEES council record, if applicable
  • Experience managing small to mid-scale projects

Responsibilities

  • Lead sub-group in building processes and aligning staffing
  • Mentor and cultivate a culture of growth within the team
  • Manage performance standards and provide feedback
  • Collaborate with Project Managers for staffing adequacy
  • Ensure design services meet quality standards and client needs
  • Resolve complex design issues and provide expert guidance
  • Coordinate with leaders for process improvements and standardization
  • Foster communication and conflict resolution within and across teams
  • Develop employee growth plans and mentorship opportunities
  • Maintain client relationships and manage engineering responsibilities
  • Oversee time reporting and budgeting
  • Collaborate with HR on recruitment and performance management
  • Drive KPI management and report on progress
  • Maintain office presence and connections across locations

Benefits

  • 100% employee-owned with immediate ESOP vesting
  • 401(k) with immediate vesting and generous company match
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage with HSA contributions
  • Company-paid life insurance and disability coverage
  • Flexible schedules, paid parental leave, and generous PTO
  • Tuition reimbursement and ongoing professional development support
Full Job Description
What You'll Do

As a Discipline Operations Manager I, you'll lead a discipline sub-group-building people and processes, aligning staffing and schedules, raising technical quality, and driving performance so our teams deliver Total Project Success for clients.
  • Partner with other Discipline Operations Managers and the Discipline Operations Director to allocate weekly hours and staff across projects.
  • Guide, direct, and mentor sub-group members; cultivate a culture of growth, accountability, and collaboration.
  • Manage performance-set expectations, provide feedback, conduct evaluations, and address performance gaps proactively.
  • Collaborate with Project Managers to ensure adequate staffing and skill mix; support recruiting, onboarding, and annual performance cycles.
  • Ensure design services meet professional standards, client requirements, and corporate objectives; oversee sub-group QA/QC execution.
  • Evaluate and resolve atypical or complex design issues; provide expert guidance to teams and clients.
  • Coordinate with the Technical Discipline Leader to implement process improvements and discipline standards; publish procedures.
  • Foster engagement within the sub-group and program; ensure effective inter-discipline coordination and communication.
  • Address and resolve conflicts within the team or across departments; improve processes to prevent recurrence.
  • Develop and execute employee development plans; facilitate mentorship pairings and internal training.
  • Establish and maintain relationships with clients, contractors, and manufacturers; perform engineer/PM responsibilities as needed.
  • Review and approve timesheets and expense reports; support annual budgeting and provide data-driven input to leadership.
  • Partner with HR and the Discipline Operations Director on recruitment strategies, performance management, policy implementation, and compensation assessments to ensure equitable pay practices.
  • Manage and drive sub-group KPIs (utilization, chargeable goals, timesheets, overtime, turnover, engagement); report progress and actions.
  • Maintain in-office presence and meaningful connections across locations, including periodic visits to offices with direct reports.

Who We're Looking For

Minimum Requirements:
  • A registered technical professional or technical professional with at least 10 years of practical experience in one of the technical disciplines practiced by the firm
  • 5 years of experience in a consulting engineering firm
  • Proficient within the discipline of expertise
  • Active and up to date in NCEES council record, if applicable
  • Experience managing projects of small to mid-scale scope and complexity

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and web browsers; general knowledge of Revit and discipline software.
  • Knowledge of contracts, project management, resource allocation, and financial/KPI fundamentals for a technical unit.
  • Clear written communication, technical writing, effective presentations, and strong speech clarity.
  • Team building, mentoring, delegation, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills across disciplines and offices.
  • Judgment, organization, and attention to detail to orchestrate multiple activities and drive continuous improvement.

What We Offer
  • 100% Employee-Owned - Ownership from day one with immediate ESOP vesting.
  • Retirement Savings - 401(k) with immediate vesting and a generous company match.
  • Health & Wellness - Medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus company-funded HSA contributions for HDHP plans.
  • Company-Paid Protection - Life insurance, AD&D, and short and long term disability at no cost to you.
  • Work-Life Balance - Flexible schedules, paid parental leave, generous PTO, and paid company holidays.
  • Career Growth - Tuition reimbursement and ongoing professional development support.

About Smith Seckman Reid Inc

Smith Seckman Reid Inc is an engineering firm that provides a variety of services to clients in the healthcare, education, and government sectors. The firm was founded in 1968 and has offices in several cities throughout the United States. Smith Seckman Reid Inc offers a range of services, including mechanical, electrical, and plumbing engineering, as well as commissioning and energy services. The firm is committed to sustainability and has completed several LEED-certified projects. Smith Seckman Reid Inc is headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee.
Learn more about Smith Seckman Reid Inc
Size
800 employees
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
* Ladders Estimates

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