Cushman & Wakefield · 4 hours ago
Engineering Program Manager
Atlanta, GA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$110K/yr - $130K/yr
7+ years expCushman & Wakefield is a global leader in commercial real estate services, and they are seeking an Engineering Program Manager to oversee the development and implementation of policies for the maintenance of critical facility systems. This role will focus on energy management, ensuring optimal performance and cost efficiency while collaborating with various teams to achieve the client's energy objectives.
CommercialCommercial Real EstateConsultingLeasingLegalProperty Management
Responsibilities
This role may require travel
Thorough technical knowledge of maintenance and repair procedures for critical operations and related systems, including HVAC, UPS, stand-by generators, boilers, fire pumps, plumbing, electrical, and fire safety systems
Must possess excellent working knowledge and ability to create, review and approve MOP’s, SOPs, ESOP/EOP, SOW’s and associated JHA
Minimum 7 years’ experience in industry with five+ years’ experience in critical facilities
LEED Accreditation preferred
Experience in managing a High-Performance Building Program
Working knowledge of Department of Energy (DOE) Energy Star Program
Must be able to demonstrate experience in the development and implementation of equipment installation for retro fit for the primary purpose of improving energy efficiency affecting data center/computer lab environments, cooling, refrigeration, building HVAC, and facility lighting
Excellent computer skills
Leadership, managerial, teamwork, prioritization and interpersonal skills
Must possess excellent communication skills including the ability to convey complex technical information in a manner that non-technical individuals can comprehend
Ability to interact with client and client employees, senior management, staff, and vendors as a professional at all times
Be familiar with the Supplier Business Review (SBR) process and the Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) that we are rated on and gear your performance and the performance of team members to meeting these KPI’s consistently
Provide engineering, critical operations and technical oversight for all facilities assigned
Review engineering and critical operations for large and/or critical sites annually and as required
Work closely and collaboratively with all members of the facility management team to ensure positive and effective communication
Provide matrix level oversight for and advise all technical staff. Work with Facilities Managers to assess and review engineering staff for all sites
Ensure that all critical equipment is maintained in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations, local codes, building standards, and Cushman & Wakefield Policies & Procedures
In partnership with Regional Facilities Managers be responsible to the Global Operations Director for budget control and forecasting of contracts and major operations related to critical operations
Provide technical oversight for the design and implementation of the preventative maintenance program in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendations, current industry practices, and Cushman & Wakefield’s policies and procedures
Maintain effective communications with IT personnel on all work related to critical operations systems
Report abnormal or critical conditions immediately to the relevant C&W Facility Management and Global Operations Director
Review all plans for adding or upgrading new equipment, infrastructure, building improvements, and the like, interface with applicable building management and operational staff, provide technical guidance and leadership, and interact and oversee contracted labor and vendors
Develop and deliver training methods, materials and programs related to building operating standards
Provide oversight and guidance for the development of Client’s BMS and Energy Intelligence tools and ensure they are being used effectively by the engineering staff. Become an expert in its use
Compile, maintain, and submit monthly critical operations reports for each facility in which critical operations are conducted, and assigned
This role will lead and coordinate the collection of data, prioritization of opportunities, development of strategies, prioritization of projects, and be CW’s single point of responsibility for the achievement of the assigned energy management goals
Develops effective energy management policies for client and recommends changes in energy conservation applications
Analyzes utility bills and energy load profiles for client buildings to determine energy usage trends to actively manage energy costs
Assists in the preparation of the operating and capital budget by projecting resource needs and determining funding priorities for the energy management program
Monitors and analyzes results of energy conservation projects
Work with facilities managers and engineers to ensure all equipment and systems are maintained to the highest level of efficiency practical, to provide optimal environmental conditions within the facility for the minimum expenditure of energy
Coordinates the work of consultants to assist with energy management activities and work projects
Manages the work of the account’s Sustainability staff, and consultants to assist with sustainability activities and work projects
Qualification
Required
This role may require travel
Thorough technical knowledge of maintenance and repair procedures for critical operations and related systems, including HVAC, UPS, stand-by generators, boilers, fire pumps, plumbing, electrical, and fire safety systems
Must possess excellent working knowledge and ability to create, review and approve MOP's, SOPs, ESOP/EOP, SOW's and associated JHA
Minimum 7 years' experience in industry with five+ years' experience in critical facilities
Experience in managing a High-Performance Building Program
Working knowledge of Department of Energy (DOE) Energy Star Program
Must be able to demonstrate experience in the development and implementation of equipment installation for retro fit for the primary purpose of improving energy efficiency affecting data center/computer lab environments, cooling, refrigeration, building HVAC, and facility lighting
Excellent computer skills
Leadership, managerial, teamwork, prioritization and interpersonal skills
Must possess excellent communication skills including the ability to convey complex technical information in a manner that non-technical individuals can comprehend
Ability to interact with client and client employees, senior management, staff, and vendors as a professional at all times
Be familiar with the Supplier Business Review (SBR) process and the Key Performance Indicators (KPI's) that we are rated on and gear your performance and the performance of team members to meeting these KPI's consistently
Provide engineering, critical operations and technical oversight for all facilities assigned
Review engineering and critical operations for large and/or critical sites annually and as required
Work closely and collaboratively with all members of the facility management team to ensure positive and effective communication
Provide matrix level oversight for and advise all technical staff. Work with Facilities Managers to assess and review engineering staff for all sites
Ensure that all critical equipment is maintained in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations, local codes, building standards, and Cushman & Wakefield Policies & Procedures
In partnership with Regional Facilities Managers be responsible to the Global Operations Director for budget control and forecasting of contracts and major operations related to critical operations
Provide technical oversight for the design and implementation of the preventative maintenance program in accordance with manufacturer's recommendations, current industry practices, and Cushman & Wakefield's policies and procedures
Maintain effective communications with IT personnel on all work related to critical operations systems
Report abnormal or critical conditions immediately to the relevant C&W Facility Management and Global Operations Director
Review all plans for adding or upgrading new equipment, infrastructure, building improvements, and the like, interface with applicable building management and operational staff, provide technical guidance and leadership, and interact and oversee contracted labor and vendors
Develop and deliver training methods, materials and programs related to building operating standards
Provide oversight and guidance for the development of Client's BMS and Energy Intelligence tools and ensure they are being used effectively by the engineering staff. Become an expert in its use
Compile, maintain, and submit monthly critical operations reports for each facility in which critical operations are conducted, and assigned
Develops effective energy management policies for client and recommends changes in energy conservation applications
Analyzes utility bills and energy load profiles for client buildings to determine energy usage trends to actively manage energy costs
Assists in the preparation of the operating and capital budget by projecting resource needs and determining funding priorities for the energy management program
Monitors and analyzes results of energy conservation projects
Work with facilities managers and engineers to ensure all equipment and systems are maintained to the highest level of efficiency practical, to provide optimal environmental conditions within the facility for the minimum expenditure of energy
Coordinates the work of consultants to assist with energy management activities and work projects
Manages the work of the account's Sustainability staff, and consultants to assist with sustainability activities and work projects
5+ years of related work experience in a critical facilities setting or any similar combination of education or experience
Preferred
LEED Accreditation preferred
Benefits
Health, vision, and dental insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Health savings accounts
Retirement savings plans
Life, and disability insurance programs
Paid and unpaid time away from work
Company
Cushman & Wakefield
Cushman & Wakefield is a real estate services firm that offers retail investment, energy management, and property services.
10001+ employees
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