POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the direction
of the Director – Capital Programs the incumbent will be responsible for
providing leadership for the school system on all Mechanical Design/HVAC issues,
including issues relating to sustainability. The incumbent will develop/review/revise
design standards for PGCPS mechanical systems and related systems. Further, the
Senior Mechanical Engineer will coordinate and lead engineering design review,
coordination, code input and construction technical support for the MEP aspects
of all capital projects in the Department of Capital Programs (DCP), ranging
from code corrections, minor and major renovations, systemic replacement
projects, and new or replacement schools. The incumbent will coordinate and
manage the work of consultant MEP engineers and engineering. The incumbent will
also be responsible for coordinating MEP concerns with other internal
departments, including Building Services, Transportation, Food and Nutrition
Services, Regional Offices, and other departments as required to support the
MEP infrastructure needs. This position will provide assistance in construction
quality control for the Department Capital Programs, Capital projects and will
lead the development of MEP engineering standards. The incumbent will also be
responsible for stamping and approving mechanical drawings and have a
professional license (PE) in Maryland.
DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
Develop
MEP standards for capital projects including new schools, major renovations,
component replacements (such as boilers, chillers, etc.), and other significant
projects;
In
coordination with Building Services and within the framework of the Capital
Improvement Program, develop a strategic plan to address HVAC deficiencies
throughout the school system;
Coordinate
mechanical project planning for the Capital Improvement Plan, including scope
development;
Lead
and coordinate MEP design and reviews of all capital projects with a focus on
HVAC design; coordinate directly or indirectly with consultant firms, depending
on the nature of the project;
Support
the Project Management Section in project implementation, including bidding,
negotiating, substitution review, site visits, commissioning, and turn-over;
Provide
leadership on sustainability efforts including LEED certifications, standards
development, and other initiatives;
Develop
RFPs for MEP design services; assist in development of general A/E services
RFPs and evaluations;
Review
material specifications to ensure they adhere to the standards;
Develop
highly complex engineering studies, plans, specifications, calculations,
evaluations, design documents, and performance assessments as required;
Recommend
alternative engineering solutions to management to meet the school district’s
needs;
Design,
develop, modify and evaluate systems, processes, or facilities to support the
capital improvement projects objectives;
Coordinate
with office staff, consultants, contractors and other personnel; and
Other
duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Must have customer service
orientation and project management experience;
Experience in systems
design, calculations, specifications and cost estimating in HVAC systems, for
educational projects required;
A minimum of 8 years’
experience in the design of HVAC, systems for public and/or private school facilities or similar facilities
- Experience must include: HVAC standards development, specification
development and review, production drawings, and construction cost estimating;
Three years must be in a lead engineer role, and
five plus years actual design or relevant experience;
Working
experience with office and engineering programs, including AutoCAD, Revit and
Microsoft Office including Word and Excel;
Demonstrated
knowledge and application of principles in area of engineering specialty;
Demonstrated
communication and interpersonal skills involving the ability to work
cross-functionally to understand requirements, present alternatives, and
recommendations;
Excellent verbal and
written communication, people/customer skills and proven leadership abilities
with the motivation to make PGCPS a leader in HVAC design and successful
project delivery;
Excellent
follow-through skills;
Familiar
with use of applicable national and local codes;
Ability
to perform effectively in high-pressure situations while maintaining focus and
calmness;
Knowledge
of sustainability practices.
Proficient
with the use of personal computers including automated tools; and
Ability
to travel and conduct field work as needed within the school district.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Graduation
from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical
Engineering, or related field required. Master’s degree preferred or a
combination of equivalent years of experience, education and skills that would
meet the position requirements.
CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Professional
Mechanical Engineer licensed in the State of Maryland. Alternatively, licensed
in another state with ability to become licensed. HVAC PE, HVAC Design
Engineer, Mechanical HVAC Engineer, or related with a preference of 5 to 8
years’ experience.
LEED Accredited
Professional certification preferred.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Direct supervision of
in-house design staff; incumbent will also supervise work of consulting
engineers.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations 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 stand, talk, hear, walk, sit, and use fingers, tools or controls. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material, the ability to adjust focus, and depth perception. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally push or lift up to 25 lbs.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
Other
The work environment
characteristics described here are representative of those an employee
encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The work is
primarily office work, with some site visits, including construction sites.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Possession of an appropriate and valid Maryland Motor Vehicle Operator’s License and car (travel is reimbursed).