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Berkeley Lab · 3 months ago

Facilities Engineering Department Head

positionBerkeley, CA
timeFull-time
remoteHybrid
senioritySenior Level, Lead/Staff
money$288K/yr - $324K/yr
date10+ years exp

Berkeley Lab is seeking an experienced and strategic leader to serve as their next Facilities Engineering Department Head. The role involves leading a team of engineering professionals to deliver safe and reliable utilities and infrastructure that support scientific research, while overseeing various engineering programs and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

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Responsibilities

Provide strategic and operational leadership to a diverse engineering team responsible for planning, designing, and delivering infrastructure solutions that support scientific programs and institutional operations
Ensure the safe, reliable and cost-effective delivery of site utilities and infrastructure in alignment with mission priorities and regulatory requirements..Develop long-range strategies for utility modernization, infrastructure renewal, and lifecycle asset management
Oversee engineering resource planning and execution to ensure safe, timely, and cost-effective support for capital projects, maintenance operations, and scientific work requests
Build strong working relationships with internal stakeholders, scientific divisions, and project management teams to deliver coordinated engineering support
Collaborate closely with project management and scientific leadership to improve cross-functional planning, streamline delivery, and ensure quality execution of complex infrastructure projects
Modernize engineering standards, technical specifications, and QA/QCl processes to enable safe, consistent, and predictable project execution. Ensure engineering deliverables comply with DOE Orders and applicable standards
Drive performance through metrics, stakeholder input, and process improvement
Embed Integrated Safety Management (ISM) principles in all engineering activities
Promote a high-performance culture of safety, innovation, mentorship, and accountability

Qualification

Licensed Professional EngineerLeadership in engineeringUtility systems knowledgeProject management experienceRegulatory compliance knowledgeInfrastructure planningPerformance metricsMaximo experienceInterpersonal skillsEmotional intelligenceContinuous learning

Required

Bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture, or related field from an accredited institution
Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) or Architect, registered in California
Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in engineering design and management, preferably in scientific, research, or federally funded settings
Proven success leading multidisciplinary teams and delivery of complex engineering projects
Strong understanding of utility systems, building infrastructure, and design strategies that optimize long-term performance, maintainability, and total cost of ownership
Demonstrated ability to manage safe, compliant, cost-effective, and innovative engineering programs
Success in aligning infrastructure strategies with institutional goals for resilience and sustainability
Working knowledge of DOE Orders, NFPA codes, federal regulations, and industry standards as they apply to design, construction, and operation of laboratory infrastructure
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across diverse technical and organizational boundaries
Experience with work management systems like Maximo and other enterprise platforms that support planning, metrics tracking, and visual management for enhanced decision-making and process improvement
Demonstrated commitment to accountability and collaborative stakeholder engagement to advance institutional goals and enable LBNL's scientific mission
Demonstrated leadership grounded in emotional intelligence, openness to feedback, and a strong commitment to continuous learning and growth

Preferred

Advanced degree in Engineering, Architecture, Business or Project Management
Relevant industry certifications, i.e., LEED AP, PMP, or equivalent
Experience in applying DOE Orders and managing projects under DOE or federal oversight
Familiarity with Maximo CMMS or similar computerized maintenance management systems

Benefits

Hybrid work schedule
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Company

Berkeley Lab

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Berkeley Lab is a national laboratory that creates advanced new tools for scientific discovery.
dateFounded in 1931
location
Berkeley, California, USA
people-size1001-5000 employees
web-link
https://newscenter.lbl.gov/

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