Senior Level Department Coordinator Jobs
Senior level department coordinator jobs place experienced professionals in charge of departmental operations, cross-functional workflows, and the staff who carry them out. Openings cover on-site, remote, and hybrid settings across Education, Consulting & Professional Services, and Healthcare & Medical Services, with employers like Colliers Engineering & Design, Texas A&M University, and Burns & McDonnell hiring at this level now.
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INTRODUCTION
Colliers Engineering & Design is hiring a Department Manager in Electrical Engineering to lead our Buildings Engineering Services team in Chicago, IL! This individual will perform duties in support of the direction and vision of the overall Buildings Engineering Services discipline. You will also oversee, direct and manage the work effort of assigned staff members.
From load analysis to development of complex electrical systems and an emphasis on green building design, Colliers Engineering & Design provides a full range of electrical engineering services that will improve functionality and performance in your building. Our electrical engineers are experienced in a wide range of projects, including power generation & distribution, lighting systems, fire alarms, security and access control systems.
We partner with clients to develop solutions that will improve functionality and performance in your building. The range of competencies includes voltage classes from 120V to 765kV, generating plant and substation design and implementation, substation equipment upgrades, relay and protection upgrades, Power System Studies, renewable design and implementation / interconnection, distribution system upgrades, water wastewater system designs, building electrical upgrades, and more.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Reviews and manages operations to ensure the quality of the technical products.
- Establishes effective long-range objectives, goals, and plans for assigned team.
- Provides technical and management leadership to the assigned team.
- Develops marketing program in conjunction with discipline goals.
- Advises and assists professionals in other groups when expert knowledge and expertise is required.
- Manages activities so an adequate profit is earned on all projects.
- Reviews monthly productivity and labor hour utilization rates, reports and makes adjustments as needed.
- Assigns projects to staff and schedules work.
- Evaluate Employee Performance in accordance with company policy.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering required.
- 10+ years of professional experience as an Electrical Engineer.
- P.E. required.
- Demonstrated effective leadership across large groups of employees.
- Proficiency in design software including AutoCAD, Revit, and AGI.
- Ability to read, write and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.
INTRODUCTION
Colliers Engineering & Design is hiring a Department Manager in Electrical Engineering to lead our Buildings Engineering Services team in Chicago, IL! This individual will perform duties in support of the direction and vision of the overall Buildings Engineering Services discipline. You will also oversee, direct and manage the work effort of assigned staff members.
From load analysis to development of complex electrical systems and an emphasis on green building design, Colliers Engineering & Design provides a full range of electrical engineering services that will improve functionality and performance in your building. Our electrical engineers are experienced in a wide range of projects, including power generation & distribution, lighting systems, fire alarms, security and access control systems.
We partner with clients to develop solutions that will improve functionality and performance in your building. The range of competencies includes voltage classes from 120V to 765kV, generating plant and substation design and implementation, substation equipment upgrades, relay and protection upgrades, Power System Studies, renewable design and implementation / interconnection, distribution system upgrades, water wastewater system designs, building electrical upgrades, and more.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Reviews and manages operations to ensure the quality of the technical products.
- Establishes effective long-range objectives, goals, and plans for assigned team.
- Provides technical and management leadership to the assigned team.
- Develops marketing program in conjunction with discipline goals.
- Advises and assists professionals in other groups when expert knowledge and expertise is required.
- Manages activities so an adequate profit is earned on all projects.
- Reviews monthly productivity and labor hour utilization rates, reports and makes adjustments as needed.
- Assigns projects to staff and schedules work.
- Evaluate Employee Performance in accordance with company policy.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering required.
- 10+ years of professional experience as an Electrical Engineer.
- P.E. required.
- Demonstrated effective leadership across large groups of employees.
- Proficiency in design software including AutoCAD, Revit, and AGI.
- Ability to read, write and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.
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- Colliers Engineering & Design10
- Texas A&M University8
- Burns & McDonnell7
- Michael Baker International7
- ECS Limited6
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- Education48
- Consulting & Professional Services38
- Healthcare & Medical Services14
- Technology & Software8
- Manufacturing4
Senior Level Department Coordinator Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level department coordinator job?
Employers at this level look for candidates who have owned departmental processes end to end, not just supported them. Demonstrate that you've led initiatives, resolved operational bottlenecks independently, and developed or mentored junior staff. A strong application shows measurable outcomes, familiarity with cross-functional coordination at scale, and the ability to represent your department in leadership conversations.
Which companies hire senior level department coordinators?
Companies hiring senior level department coordinators right now include Colliers Engineering & Design, Texas A&M University, and Burns & McDonnell, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring tends to come from mid-size to large organizations that need experienced professionals to manage complex operational portfolios with minimal oversight.
Are there remote senior level department coordinator jobs?
Yes, though availability depends on the employer and industry. About 1% of senior level department coordinator openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting broader workplace flexibility trends. Senior roles often carry more scheduling and coordination responsibility, so some employers prefer on-site presence for this level even when junior positions are offered remotely.
What makes a department coordinator role senior level?
Senior level department coordinator roles are defined by ownership and autonomy. Where a mid-level coordinator executes processes, a senior coordinator designs and refines them. These roles typically involve leading projects across teams, serving as the primary point of contact for department-level decisions, and mentoring less experienced staff. The expectation is that you operate with strategic awareness, not just task management.
Which industries hire the most senior level department coordinators?
Senior level department coordinator roles concentrate in Education, Consulting & Professional Services, and Healthcare & Medical Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors tend to have complex internal structures and ongoing operational demands that require experienced coordinators who can manage multiple stakeholders and keep high-volume workflows running without close supervision.