MEP Design Principal

Our client is a nationally recognized, multidisciplinary engineering firm known for delivering complex, high-performance building systems across sectors including healthcare, higher education, federal, and infrastructure. They're looking to bring on a MEP Design Principal to play a key role in both technical leadership and long-term business strategy. This is a high-impact position with visibility across projects, clients, and executive leadership; ideal for someone who wants to influence not just design, but the direction of a growing performance-driven practice. Key Responsibilities: Act as Principal-in-Charge on large, complex MEP projects Drive engineering quality, innovation, and code compliance Balance hands-on involvement with strategic oversight (25-40% utilization) Partner with senior leadership to shape market strategy and expansion Provide insight into client trends, competitive positioning, and emerging opportunities Support long-term planning across key verticals (healthcare, education, federal preferred) Help build and scale a high-performing design group focused on sustainability and building performance Mentor rising leaders and strengthen internal technical depth Influence team structure, capabilities, and overall direction Lead pursuits for major projects and play a visible role in client relationships Support proposal strategy, interviews, and pipeline development Requirements: 15+ years in MEP engineering, with a mix of project delivery and business development Proven experience leading large, complex projects and managing key client relationships Strong presence in at least one major vertical market (healthcare, education, or federal) PE license required

Created: 2026-04-02