Sr. Director - Technical Building Design

Job Description

At DPR, roles and responsibilities are more than describing a job title—they are a commitment to building great things together. The job description(s) below defines core responsibilities and the scope of the role and is a starting point. Every employee is expected to lead from where they are, take ownership of outcomes, and always act in the best interest of the team, customer, project and organization.

As a purpose-driven organization on a journey to be most admired, we rely on trust, shared leadership, open communication, disciplined action and a deep respect for the individual to drive exceptional performance. Success is not just about what we build, but who we build and how we build it: with integrity, enjoyment, uniqueness and an ever-forward mindset.

Job Summary:
Provides strategic leadership and direction for Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing (MEP), and related building systems design across projects and regions. Establishes integrated design approaches that align MEP systems with architectural, structural, and construction objectives. Guides organizational priorities for MEP design in alignment with firm-wide goals, client requirements, and industry standards. Leads cross-disciplinary collaboration to deliver coordinated, constructible, and efficient design solutions. Advises senior leadership and project teams on complex design strategies, risk considerations, and innovation opportunities.

Key Responsibilities:
Defines and implements MEP design strategy, standards, and operating frameworks to ensure consistency, quality, and alignment with organizational objectives.
Integrates MEP design with architectural, structural, and construction disciplines to achieve coordinated and constructible project outcomes.
Directs design governance, including quality assurance and quality control processes, across projects and regions.
Advises on complex technical challenges, including system selection, performance optimization, and alignment with project goals.
Leads cross-functional collaboration to incorporate advanced delivery methods, digital tools, and emerging technologies into design practices.
Oversees portfolio-level performance, including risk identification, resource alignment, financial performance, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Manages and develops teams, including setting direction, supporting performance, and building organizational capability within MEP design.

Education Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field, or equivalent experience required.

Work Experience:
15+ years of experience in mechanical, electrical, plumbing engineering, or a related field required.
8+ years of experience in leadership, management, or organizational oversight required.
Experience in integrated project delivery methods, including design-build or design-assist, required.
Experience working across multiple market sectors, such as advanced technology, healthcare, commercial, or infrastructure, preferred.

Certifications and Licenses:
Professional Engineer (PE) license in mechanical or electrical engineering preferred.
LEED Accredited Professional certification preferred.

DPR Construction is a forward-thinking, self-performing general contractor specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects for the advanced technology, life sciences, healthcare, higher education and commercial markets. Founded in 1990, DPR is a great story of entrepreneurial success as a private, employee-owned company that has grown into a multi-billion-dollar family of companies with offices around the world.

Working at DPR, you'll have the chance to try new things, explore paths and shape your future. Here, we build opportunity together—by harnessing our talents, enabling curiosity and pursuing our collective ambition to make the best ideas happen. We are proud to be recognized as a great place to work by our talented teammates and leading news organizations like U.S. News and World Report, Forbes, Fast Company and Newsweek.

Explore our open opportunities at www.dpr.com/careers.