We're seeking a senior Electrical or Mechanical Engineer with significant healthcare design experience and deep industry relationships in the Dallas market to accelerate Salas O'Brien's healthcare presence. This leader will leverage our national healthcare portfolio to grow local business, support national pursuits, and over time establish and scale a Dallas based healthcare design team.
You'll serve as a Sr. Engineer / Market Manager and the primary firm representative for selected and prospective clients, guiding strategy, leading project delivery, and developing long-term relationships. You'll collaborate with healthcare leaders across the firm to win and deliver high-quality and innovative healthcare design projects.
Responsibilities:
Client Leadership & Business Development
Serve as the primary point of contact and trusted advisor for targeted healthcare clients.
Develop and execute account plans and market strategies, leveraging Salas O'Brien's healthcare expertise and national resources.
Generate and qualify opportunities; lead pursuits, presentations, interviews, and negotiate fee proposals in partnership with leadership.
Build and maintain strategic relationships with clients and partners.
Project Delivery & Technical Excellence
Lead and oversee healthcare MEP design for renovations, expansions, and new facilities.
Ensure compliance with healthcare codes and standards.
Drive quality, schedule, and budget adherence; implement QA/QC procedures and risk management practices.
Coordinate cross-discipline teams (MEP/FP/Tech/Structural/Architectural partners) to deliver integrated solutions and constructible designs.
Market Growth & Office Build-Out
Establish and scale a Dallas-based healthcare focused team over time: recruit, mentor, and develop a high-performing local team.
Forecast workload and resource needs; plan, organize, and prioritize team assignments.
Contribute to the healthcare leadership's strategic initiatives.
Internal Collaboration & Operations
Partner with national healthcare leaders on strategic pursuits, key accounts, and multi-location program work.
Support marketing in proposal content and case studies.
Oversee contract administration, scope definition, and change management; ensure accurate project setup and financial reporting.
Qualifications:
B.S. in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (or related discipline).
10+ years of progressive healthcare building systems design experience (local experience strongly preferred).
Track record as client-facing leader: winning work, managing accounts, and delivering complex healthcare projects.
Deep familiarity with healthcare codes/standards and AHJ coordination (e.g. NFPA, NEC, ASHRAE, FGI, TJC/CMS, state/local).
PE license in state of Texas (or ability to obtain by reciprocity within 3 months).
Proven ability to mentor teams, manage staffing plans, and run QA/QC and project financials.
Preferred established relations with local health systems, A/E partners, and contractors.
Preferred experience with mission-critical systems (emergency power, UPS), medical gas, infection control, and pressurization, energy optimization, and phased hospital renovations.
Preferred familiarity with Revit/BIM workflows, constructability reviews, and commissioning collaboration.
Preferred experience building a new office/location or scaling a practice line.
Location: Must be located in the Dallas, TX area within 90 days of hire and able to work from the office 5 days/week when opened.
Travel: 10-20%
This role is eligible for performance-based bonuses, and comprehensive U.S. based benefits package, including:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid time off and company holidays
Wellness programs and employee assistance resources
Professional development support
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