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.   

 

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.

 

 

 

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.

 

 

 

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.

 

 

 

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.

 

 

 

Direct supervision of in-house design staff; incumbent will also supervise work of consulting engineers.

 

 

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.




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  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.   



Possession of an appropriate and valid Maryland Motor Vehicle Operator’s License and car (travel is reimbursed).