This role provides direct leadership to design staff, typically including two Professional Engineers and three designers or junior engineers, and is accountable for team performance, workload management, technical quality, and staff development. The Design Team Manager coordinates closely with construction, project management, procurement, and operations teams to ensure that design intent is effectively translated into field execution. Responsibilities include leading design coordination efforts, overseeing deliverables, supporting permitting and procurement processes, resolving technical and constructability challenges, and ensuring consistent application of ENFRA standards and best practices.
The Design Team Manager is also responsible for project-level design accountability, including managing scope, schedule, and budget for design services within assigned projects or programs. This includes participating in client interactions, supporting project planning and reporting, and ensuring that all design outcomes support performance, reliability, energy efficiency, and long-term operational objectives, including measurement and verification requirements. The role requires balancing technical leadership with operational execution to deliver integrated, high-performing systems consistent with ENFRA’s Energy-as-a-Service (EaaS) model.
Responsibilities
Specific responsibilities include
Design Leadership & Technical Oversight• Lead multidisciplinary design efforts across mechanical, electrical, and controls systems• Ensure designs are code-compliant, constructible, and aligned with project requirements• Review and approve engineering and design deliverables for technical quality and coordination• Oversee integration with existing systems, campus infrastructure, and operational constraints
Team Leadership & Development• Supervise and mentor a team of Professional Engineers (Mechanical and Electrical), Designers and junior engineers• Manage workload, performance, and professional development of team members• Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement
Project Execution & Coordination• Manage design scope for projects/programs typically valued at $30M–$40M• Lead design coordination meetings and interdisciplinary collaboration• Ensure alignment with construction sequencing, procurement timelines, and field execution• Support resolution of field issues, RFIs, and constructability challenges
Client & Stakeholder Engagement• Serve as a key design point of contact for assigned client or program• Support client meetings, technical discussions, and presentations• Align design solutions with client goals, operational requirements, and performance targets
Project Controls & Delivery• Manage design schedule, budget, and deliverables• Support project reporting, forecasting, and risk identification• Ensure consistency with contract requirements and performance obligations
Performance & EaaS Integration• Ensure designs support:• Energy efficiency and system performance• Reliability and resiliency requirements• Measurement & verification (M&V) and long-term operational outcomes• Align design solutions with ENFRA’s full lifecycle delivery model, from concept through commissioning and optimization
Key Competencies• Technical leadership and decision-making• Team management and talent development• Multidisciplinary coordination and integration• Project management (scope, schedule, budget)• Communication and client engagement• Constructability and field awareness• Performance-driven design mindset
Qualifications
Required Education, Experience, and Qualifications
Education & Licensure
Bachelor’s degree in architectural engineering, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or related field,• Professional Engineer (PE) License (Architectural, Electrical, or Mechanical preferred)
Qualifications
5+ years of experience in building systems, energy infrastructure, and/or design-build environment and 2 years of leadership experience concurrently• Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary design teams• Strong understanding of HVAC, electrical power systems, and building infrastructure• Expertise in interpreting codes, standards, and permitting processes• Experience with construction coordination and design-build delivery
Preferred Education, Experience, and Qualifications
Master’s degree in engineering or MBA• Experience in Energy-as-a-Service (EaaS), ESCO, or large-scale energy infrastructure projects• Experience working in healthcare, campus, or mission-critical environments• Demonstrated ability to manage projects in the $30M–$40M range or larger• Strong client-facing and client relationship experience
Travel Requirements
20% - 30% of the time will be spent traveling to the job site(s)/office locations.
Physical/Work Environment Requirements
Physical Activities
Assessing the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned
Climbing stairs.
Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers
Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods
Environmental Conditions
Outdoor elements such as precipitation and windQuiet environment
Physical Demands
Light work that includes adjusting and/or moving objects up to 20 pounds
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Pay Range
USD $134,430.00 - USD $179,425.00 /Yr.
ENFRA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Women, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities, and participates in the e-Verify program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other classification protected by law.
