Principal, Mechanical Engineering

The anticipated annual salary range for this position, at the time of posting, is outlined below.

Estimated pay ranges that are provided on various social media sites are not representative of NORR's range for this position.

Compensation is based on individual education, qualifications and experience.

We also provide our employees with a comprehensive benefits package.

Our offerings include medical, dental, vision and life insurance.  Short and long-term disability insurance and a 401(k)-retirement savings plan with employer contributions are also part of our total rewards.

To support your well-being, we offer access to Wellness and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) programs.

This role reports into the above mentioned office, however NORR offers all of its employees the opportunity to work either from home or from a NORR office.

This position requires the individual to be within commuting distance from our NORR Philadelphia office to attend site visits and client meetings.  

NORR is an employee-owned global architecture and engineering firm.

Our multi-disciplinary team of 800 professionals is active in 12 market sectors across Canada, the US, UK and UAE.

Design thinking is a cornerstone of our purpose as it has for more than 85 years.

We push the boundaries of what is possible to support people and the planet. 

We are currently seeking a motivated and highly collaborative Principal focused on Mechanical Engineering with an emphasis on building systems.

As a Principal, you will have overall responsibility for the growth, management, and profitability of the sector.

You will lead the strategic direction from a regional perspective and liaise with other regional and global leaders to collaborate on initiatives.

You will prepare annual forecasts based on the market climate and objectives of the sector, make adjustments throughout the year as necessary and report on their results on a regular basis to senior management. 

Responsibility for acquiring work with fees totaling more than $5M is typical for this level. 

Duties and Responsibilities



* Identify, analyze and pursue potential business opportunities with existing and prospective clients to maximize growth and increase market share


* Prepare, implement and oversee the sector marketing plan according to corporate growth objectives for the year


* Set realistic and attainable goals for business development; monitors progress on a regular basis


* Liaise with senior management teams to develop and implement strategic planning initiatives to increase growth, geographic expansion, and market diversification


* Ensure appropriate coordination and communications within studios in collaboration with Studio Managers


* Assume a liaison role with other regional groups to align standards, capabilities and strategic direction


* Perform continual reviews and makes recommendations on business procedures and methods of practices


* Monitor the competitive land...