Design Division Director

Position Title: Design Division Director 

Position Location: Remote - work virtually from anywhere in the United States 

SALARY 

DLB recognizes salary ranges from job boards do not necessarily reflect our pay ranges.  In many instances we out-compete those ranges for well-qualified candidates. 

JOB SUMMARY 

The Design Division Director provides strategic leadership for a Division within DLB's Design Department, overseeing multiple engineering disciplines, leadership teams, client programs, and operational initiatives supporting mission critical and data center projects. This role is responsible for establishing the Division's long-term vision, driving operational excellence, developing organizational strategy, and ensuring successful execution of business objectives. 

Reporting to an Executive Director, the Design Division Director is accountable for divisional performance, organizational growth, staffing strategy, client relationship management, and resource planning. This leader works collaboratively with Executive Directors, Directors, Associate Directors, and peer Division Directors to establish standards, develop policies, implement strategic initiatives, and strengthen collaboration across the Design Department. 

The Design Division Director serves as a senior organizational leader with broad decision-making authority, influencing departmental strategy, operational performance, talent development, and long-term business growth. Success in this role requires balancing strategic planning with operational execution while fostering a high-performing, collaborative culture that supports DLB's organizational goals and client commitments. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 

Strategic Leadership and Organizational Direction (≤50%) 

• Drive long-range strategic planning in alignment with departmental objectives.  

• Define and oversee implementation of divisional initiatives.  

• Collaborate directly with department leadership to shape organizational strategy and structure.  

• Lead change management initiatives and cultivate a high-performance culture.  

Organizational Development and Continuous Improvement of Policies and Procedures (≥25%) 

• Assist Directors in making informed decisions on significant operational matters at the department level. 

• Assist Directors in shaping and enforcing company-wide policies, ensuring they align with immediate operations and broader organizational goals. 

• Ensure efficient allocation and utilization of resources and capital planning for divisional programs.  

• Oversee multi-program operations and ensure delivery excellence across teams.  

• Oversee specific functional areas, managing planning, staffing, and budgeting processes. 

• Guide and support teams, fostering a culture of continuous improvement. 

Client and Market Leadership (≥25%) 

• Serve as senior relationship owner for strategic and major clients.  

• Drive business development strategy and market positioning within the data center and MEP consulting sectors.  

• Anticipate client and market shifts, aligning service offerings and capabilities accordingly.  

Technology and Data-Driven Decision Making 

• Champion technology strategy and digital transformation initiatives within the division.  

• Drive the adoption of data analytics for divisional planning and forecasting.  

• Ensure alignment of technology investments with divisional goals.  

Performs Other Related Duties as Assigned. 

 
POSITION REQUIREMENTS (ADVANCED LEVEL FOR ALL THE FOLLOWING) 

• Strategic planning, organizational leadership, and divisional operations.  

• Budget development, financial planning, resource forecasting, and capital planning.  

• Building and maintaining executive-level client relationships and driving business development initiatives.  

• Leading organizational change and developing high-performing teams.  

• Cross-functional collaboration and influencing decisions across multiple business units.  

• Developing operational policies, procedures, and continuous improvement initiatives.  

• Strategic decision-making using data analytics, forecasting, and performance metrics.  

• Strong communication, presentation, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.  

• Ability to establish divisional objectives, staffing strategies, succession plans, and long-range operational goals.  

• Experience utilizing business technology platforms, Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams), and engineering technology ecosystems to support operational excellence.  

• Ability to analyze complex business challenges, develop strategic solutions, and execute organizational initiatives.  

• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.  

• Ability to work successfully in a remote environment through effective communication, self-motivation, proactiveness, and strong organizational skills.  

• Ability to communicate effectively with executive leadership, employees, clients, and external stakeholders.  

• Ability to effectively plan, prioritize, and delegate work across multiple teams and leadership levels.  

• Ability to follow company and site safety requirements. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS   

The following physical demands must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.   

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is  

• Frequently required to remain in a stationary position. 

• Frequently moving through office, facility, and other environments. 

• On occasion, may move equipment weighing up to 25 pounds. 

TRAVEL / RELOCATION REQUIREMENTS 

• Up to 15%, this may include travel to any or all 50 US states  

• Travel is defined as physically leaving home on behalf of business activities including but not limited to client sites, meetings with other employees, meeting for business development purposes, running errands on behalf of the business, attending industry conferences, etc. 

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS 

• B.A. / B.S. degree in engineering, construction or related discipline  

PLUS  

• Minimum of 15 years of industry related experience  

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a leadership or management level position, with a demonstrated record of people leadership in previous roles 

Benefits

DLB Associates offers a very competitive benefits package; highlights include

• Choice of comprehensive medical plans (including two PPO-style plans and a HDHP w/ HSA option)
• Flex spending accounts (FSA)
• Dental and vision plans
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits extended to spouse / domestic partner and dependent children up to age 26
• 401k with company match and self-directed brokerage account option
• PTO including additional paid time off during the last week of the year
• Company paid life insurance coverage for employees and their eligible dependents
• Short and long-term disability, AD&D coverage
• Professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement and professional licensing assistance
• Paid parental leave after one year of employment

CO, CA, IL, NY, WA, and Washington DC residents only: In accordance with CO, CA, IL, NY, WA, and Washington DC law, the range provided is DLB's reasonable estimate of the base compensation for this role. The actual amount may differ based on non-discriminatory factors such as experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and location.

DLB Associates is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and participates in the E-Verify program with the Department of Homeland Security. We encourage diversity in our workforce.

Are you ready to challenge yourself and redefine standards in the AEC industry? Apply now and join our award-winning team!​

​NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:

DLB does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to DLB in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where DLB has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of DLB and DLB will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.