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Short Description

Bowman has an opportunity for a Chief Engineer/Engineer IV, Mechanical to join our team in Houston, TX.

At Bowman, we believe in creating opportunities for aspiring people to thrive and achieve ambitious goals. That’s why a career at Bowman is more than a job. It is an opportunity to be part of a diverse and engaged community of professionals, to be treated as a respected and valued member of a motivated team and to be empowered to do exceptional work that advances the best interest of everyone involved. We recognize the importance of creating a work environment that is both rewarding to our employees and supportive of our unwavering commitment to provide unparalleled service to our clients.

Purpose

Provides expert-level mechanical engineering leadership and technical expertise for the planning, design, and delivery of complex HVAC and mechanical systems. Responsible for developing construction documents, applying advanced engineering judgment, and overseeing designs through construction. Serves as a technical authority, mentor, and client-facing leader while supporting project delivery, quality assurance, business development, and profitable execution.

Responsibilities

Leadership and Direction

+ Receive broad guidance related to key objectives, critical issues, new concepts, and policy matters, exercising independent judgment in execution.

+ Independently apply extensive and diversified knowledge of mechanical engineering principles, practices, and standards across a wide range of complex assignments.

+ Serve as a technical authority and reviewer, ensuring work produced by engineers and designers meets quality, code, and company standards.

+ Mentor, train, and support the professional development of Design Engineers and junior staff.

+ Provide technical leadership across projects, promoting consistency, innovation, and best practices within the mechanical discipline.

At the Operational and Company Level

+ Actively market the firm’s mechanical engineering capabilities to establish new clients and strengthen relationships with existing clients.

+ Represent the project team in client communications, technical discussions, and issue resolution.

+ Collaborate with project managers and discipline leaders to align scope, schedule, budget, and technical delivery.

+ Support proposal development, project pursuits, and client presentations with technical leadership and subject matter expertise.

+ Contribute to continuous improvement of standards, tools, and processes within the mechanical practice.

Do the Work

+ Perform all levels of mechanical (HVAC) system design in accordance with applicable codes, standards, and sound engineering principles.

+ Lead the design of complex mechanical systems and serve as engineer-of-record responsibilities as assigned.

+ Oversee mechanical designs through construction and project completion.

+ Apply broad technical knowledge to solve complex engineering challenges and support project decision-making.

+ Coordinate and communicate effectively with engineers, designers, project managers, and clients.

+ Conduct field observation visits to document existing conditions and support design accuracy.

+ Organize and prioritize multiple tasks to deliver designs efficiently and in alignment with project schedules.

+ Produce accurate and complete construction documents that meet milestone deadlines and established budgets.

+ Assist in developing construction cost estimates and opinions of probable construction cost for mechanical systems.

+ Attend coordination, design, and client meetings as required.

+ Define project specifications and support construction cost estimating efforts.

+ Respond to and resolve comments from clients, Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs), and other reviewing entities; revise designs accordingly.

+ Review construction administration items, including shop drawings, RFIs, and change order proposals, when assigned.

+ Monitor and work within established project budgets and schedules.

+ Maintain and continue to develop working knowledge of applicable mechanical, energy, and building codes.

+ Maintain proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, and related mechanical design and modeling tools.

Success Metrics and Competencies

+ Ability to work both independently and within a team environment.

+ Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization and external partners.

+ Highly motivated and problem-solving attitude.

+ Strong sense of urgency in responding to constituents.

+ Strong work ethic and commitment to quality.

+ Commitment to promoting the reputation of the company through quality of work.

+ Aspirations to grow professionally and advance within the company.

Qualifications

+ Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or architectural Engineering required.

+ 10 or more (10+) years of relevant industry-related experience, in design of commercial, government, academic, R&D, high-rise multi-family, industrial and similar projects.

+ Knowledge of AutoCAD, REVIT, CHVAC/RHVAC, TraneTrace, and/or eQuest modeling software.

+ Professional Engineer (PE) license strongly preferred.

+ LEED accreditation strongly preferred.

About Bowman

Are you ready to build a career that makes a lasting impact? At Bowman, our people are at the center of everything we do. We’re committed to creating an environment where employees can thrive both personally and professionally, while helping to shape the infrastructure of tomorrow.

A career at Bowman means being part of a collaborative, forward-thinking organization where innovation, inclusion, and growth are encouraged at every level. We offer competitive compensation, a supportive work environment, and benefits designed to help our employees succeed.

Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

+ Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance

+ 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match

+ Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays

+ Tuition reimbursement and professional development support

+ Discretionary bonuses and other performance-based incentives

+ Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness initiatives, and employee discounts

Eligibility for certain benefits may vary based on position, location, and employment status.

Physical Demands and Working Environment

+ Primarily indoor professional office environment which may include bright/dim light, noise, fumes, odors, and traffic.

+ Mobility around an office environment.

+ Frequent and prolonged use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

+ Occasionally outdoor work environment which may include adverse weather conditions, varying temperatures, excessive noise, and/or potential hazards.

+ Mobility around a job/construction site to include walking, bending, crawling, climbing, squatting, or kneeling and wearing of required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

+ Occasionally local travel during the business day, although some out-of-the-area and overnight travel may be required according to the needs of the business.

+ Occasional lifting or carrying up to 20 pounds.

+ Occasional pushing or pulling up to 20 pounds.

+ Occasional reaching outward or above shoulder.

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Job Description Disclaimer

Note: While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the job requirements, it is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties from particular jobs and to assign other duties as necessary at any time with or without notice.

Bowman is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and respected. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. For our EEO Policy Statement, please click here (https://bowman.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/EEO-Policy-1.pdf) . If you’d like more information on your EEO rights under the law, please click here (https://www.dol.gov/general/topic/discrimination) .

Bowman has an obligation to provide and maintain a safe, healthy, and productive environment for its employees and clients. We are committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol-free workplace.

If you have any questions about the application process, please email [email protected] .

Bowman is 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 protected veteran status. For our EEO Policy Statement, please go here: https://bowman.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/EEO-Policy-1.pdf. If you’d like more information on your EEO rights under the law, please go here: https://www.dol.gov/general/topic/discrimination.