Sr Mechanical Engineer P.E

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Check out this role and join our team of talented people!Learn more about Partner at***.SUMMARYPartner is seeking a Full-Time Building Performance Consultant.
This position is responsible for performing and reviewing Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MEP) and Fire Life Safety (FLS) system assessments as part of Partner's Integrated Facility Solutions (IFS) Group.
This position also requires project management responsibilities including planning, executing, reviewing, and finalizing projects according to deadlines and within budget.
Position is also responsible for mentoring junior level staff.RESPONSIBILITIESSelf-performs MEP Assessments and prepares MEP Assessment Reports.
Also functions as Technical Reviewer of MEP Assessment and FLS Reports.
Scope of MEP/FLS Assessments generally consist of:
Self-performs single site visit consisting of a "walkthrough" survey and representative observation of accessible tenant spaces, common areas, roofs, and major mechanical areasConduct visual observation of heating and cooling equipment and assess the general quality, condition, level of maintenance, and capacity of existing systemsConduct visual assessment of interior and exterior lighting systems as well as major electrical systems such as main switchboards, distribution panels, motor control centers, metering equipment, transformers, and other ancillary systems such as emergency backup power generatorsAssess the existing condition of plumbing systems including domestic supply, waste, and vent piping as well as plumbing fixtures, water heating equipment, and pumpsAssess the condition of fire protection and life safety systems including fire suppression systems, alarm systems, smoke evacuation equipment, and notification systemsDocument existing conditions, significant deficiencies, and/or evidence of deferred maintenance via photographs and narrative descriptionTo the extent possible, gather key data from major MEP system equipment tags including model number, serial number, date of manufacture, and nominal capacity (i.e., Btu/hr, hp, tonnage, etc.)Review setpoints, schedules, and system capabilities of existing building automation systems (BAS) and/or central HVAC control systems, as applicableTakes document photographs of representative systems, conditions, and physical deficiencies.Conduct in-depth interviews with property owners, management personnel, facility engineers, third-party service providers, and local government officials, to develop an understanding of current facility operations, conditions, historic repairs/replacements, and/or any planned or ongoing major capital improvement projectsConduct in-depth review of available construction documents, as-built drawings, system sequences of operation, equipment specifications, repair/improvement cost information, maintenance reports and logs, Building and Fire Department inspection reports, and similar information to determine the condition of the buildingPrepares estimated costs to remedy building deficiencies.Provides technical direction and guidance to Project Managers on MEP issues.Communicates with clients and management to discuss and develop solutions to recognized MEP system concerns and to develop customized consulting solutions for clients.Complies with federal, state and local legal requirements by studying new and existing legislation, anticipating future legislation, enforcing adherence to requirements, and advising management on necessary action in the areas of MEP systems.Delivers outstanding customer service through timely response and proactive solutions to client needs.Performs other duties as assigned.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIESProvides assistance such as technical guidance, and/or training to coworkers.
Mentors junior level staff and provides technical review of MEP / FLS reports.
May coordinate and assign tasks to co-workers within a work unit and/or project.QUALIFICATIONSTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCEBachelor's Degree (BA/BS) or Master's Degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or similar, and 10+ years commercial/industrial engineering consulting or design experience with a solid understanding of all major MEP and FLS systems.CERTIFICATES / LICENSESP.E.
in mechanical engineering requiredCEM, CEA, CBCP, or CMVP preferredCOMMUNICATION SKILLSExcellent written and verbal communication skills.Must be comfortable with interfacing directly with Clients.Strong organizational and analytical skills.Ability to provide efficient, timely, reliable and courteous service to customers.Ability to effectively present information.Produce high quality deliverables (reports and spreadsheets) with limited QC review.FINANCIAL KNOWLEDGERequires knowledge of financial terms and principles.
Ability to calculate intermediate figures such as percentages and discounts.Capable of developing cost estimates for common equipment replacements and renovations.OTHER SKILLS/ ABILITIESAdvanced knowledge of computer software and hardware (i.e.
Microsoft Office Suite Products).
Excellent time management and organizational skills.
The position requires simultaneously managing electronic deliverables for several ongoing assignments.Proficiency in Power BI or Tableau.Ability to travel up to 40% of the time.SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITYDecisions made with understanding of procedures and company policies to achieve set results and deadlines.
Responsible for setting own project deadlines.
Errors in judgment may cause short-term impact to co-workers and supervisor.SALARY$100k-$150kEqual Employment OpportunityIt is Partner Engineering and Science, Inc's (The Company) policy to provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees.
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