Chief Engineer: 584 at SDAC
Boston, MA 02109
About the Job
*SDAC is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Job Description:
SDAC is seeking a Chief Engineer for a maintenance and management program contract at a government facility in Boston MA. Provide on-site supervision of the Facility’s O&M Team, building systems, equipment, tools, supplies, service requests, service contracts and general daily events and activities. Administer the execution of the daily operations and maintenance of mechanical preventive/predictive maintenance and repairs, subcontracted services, etc. Perform daily inspections of maintenance activities and building equipment to determine the need and extent of service required as well as quality of services performed by staff and subcontractors. Serves as Onsite Supervisor of the site in the absence of the Project Manager
Responsibilities:
- Oversee preventive maintenance inspections/repairs as mandated by local municipalities and per building/client requirements on systems such as fire suppression and sprinkler systems, fire extinguishers, backflow prevention device testing, and, if qualified, HVAC systems.
- Conduct monthly or periodic inspections of building systems, i.e., HVAC, electrical distribution, structural, vertical transportation, roofs, parapets, gutters and leaders, parking area, drainage, ramps, and approaches, irrigation and Fire/Life Safety, Water treatment, UPS and PDU systems, EPG operation, BMS, HVAC controls and Plumbing Systems. Make detailed report of exceptions and recommend corrective action.
- Keep all mechanical, electrical, and structural blueprints and diagrams up to date; maintain library of parts list, maintenance manuals, reference books and catalogues.
- Understanding of VAVs/fan coil units as well as CRACs
- Maintain records on Contracts NCMMS in coordination with the Office Clerk.
- Ensure that all MEP systems are operating in a safe, efficient, and orderly fashion by managing all phases of maintenance, repair, and replacement of equipment.
- Administer the schedule of preventive maintenance and repairs of both employees and subcontractors.
- Oversee the daily work schedule of entire O&M Team.
- Establish measurable response metrics for responding to service requests and work orders (i.e., service ticket priority ratings).
- Ensure the rapid response, investigation, and management of indoor emergency situations and air quality complaints. Secure/contain area, assess cause and extent of damage, take appropriate action, and develop action plan/next steps for remediation. Evaluate, report, and follow up with Client and Project Manager.
- Coordinate set-ups and breakdowns for on-site events as requested by Client.
- Manage and maintain supply inventory necessary for optimal operating efficiency by initiating purchase orders for maintenance supplies, machinery, equipment, parts, and services as needed.
- Pursue and coordinate subcontractors for any specialty work related to the Scope of Work of this Contract as approved by the Project Manager.
- Manage emergency response tasks in any emergencies such as power outages, vehicle accidents on the premises, weather related emergencies, and any other emergency type situations.
- Provide implementation of Safety Program including training to all on-site maintenance staff. Ensure compliance with Client policies, procedures, codes, regulations, government agency directives as well as Contractor’s Best Practices/Policies and Procedures.
- Provide and foster positive relationships with Client’s employees, visitors, and occupants.
- Maintain interface with Client administrators, ensuring total contract compliance, including preparation of accurate and timely reporting.
- Where required by applicable client contract, employees must be able to respond to occasional after-hours emergency calls.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree, or Facility Management experience
- Minimum 5 -10 years of experience in Facility Maintenance, preferably in a supervisory role.
- Understanding of VAVs/fan coil units as well as CRACs(required)
- HVAC Certification (preferred)
- Technical expertise in large chillers and BMS controls.
- Proven track record of successful project completion on time and within budget.
- Strong leadership and communication skills.
- Excellent organizational and planning skills.
- Problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Commitment to safety and adherence to safety regulations.
Benefits:
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- 401k