Director - Electrical Engineer

Overview

Join Hines and embark on a career marked by visionary leadership and industry-defining standards. Recognized on Fast Company's list of the World's Most Innovative Companies and U.S. News & World Report's Best Companies to Work For in 2024, Hines offers abundant opportunities for growth and impactful contributions.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise and support APAC development teams in designing, budgeting, consultant selection, subcontractor and contract negotiations, and procurement involving mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, building management, and control systems across projects.
• Contribute to the development of APAC team resources including Master MEP specifications, cost summaries, and a database of consultants and manufacturers.
• Collaborate closely with team members on design, cost management, scheduling, and other project phases up to preconstruction completion.
• Review and provide feedback on designs from external consultants and architects to ensure consistency and cost-effectiveness.
• Participate in preparing and evaluating RFPs for MEP consultants and subcontractors, and assist in scope and business term negotiations.
• Establish and nurture relationships with major engineering consultants and contractors.
• Evaluate engineering budgets per project and support country teams in consultant and contractor bid meetings.
• Create and maintain a repository of project experiences and "MEP lessons learned" to share with local teams.
• Stay informed of current MEP engineering trends and market conditions in APAC.
• Support construction management teams as a resource during construction phases.
• Undertake additional responsibilities as assigned by the Managing Director of Conceptual Construction APAC.
• Travel up to 50% across APAC to assist project success within the Conceptual Construction team.

Qualifications

• Proactive strategic thinker and critical leader.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent required; preferred fields include Electrical or Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university.
• Minimum 10 years' extensive MEP design experience from engineering consulting, real estate development, or general contracting environments, ideally on large-scale commercial office, multi-family, logistics, or hospitality projects.
• Comprehensive knowledge and hands-on experience in all preconstruction activities.
• Strong engineering design and problem-solving capabilities combined with creativity and conceptual expertise.
• Proficient with computer spreadsheets, word processing, and relevant professional software tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for clear, effective technical advisement to non-technical audiences.
• Confident, respectful demeanor and high ethical standards ensuring compliance with laws, codes, and company policies.
• Fluent in English (speaking, reading, writing); additional regional language skills are advantageous.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office, CAD software, and Bluebeam.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive base salary with bonus potential tied to achievement of objectives.
• Inclusive benefits and programs aligned with a world-class employer.

About Hines

Hines is a global real estate investment leader managing $93.2 billion¹ in assets spanning living, office, retail, mixed-use, logistics, and life science sectors. Our approach merges local insights with global expertise, steering projects that enhance cities and embrace sustainability. Our 5,000 employees across 30 countries embody our 65-year legacy dedicated to building the future.

We invest deeply in our people, providing comprehensive training, competitive pay, generous benefits, and ample vacation. Our inclusive culture supports growth and success for our employees and clients alike.

Hines is honored to be listed among Fast Company’s World's Most Innovative Companies 2024 and remains committed to equal opportunity and workforce diversity.

¹Assets include the global organization and RIA AUM as of December 31, 2023.

Additional Information

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