Sonoma State University · 3 weeks ago
Facilities Engineering Manager - Infrastructure & Projects
Sonoma State University is a higher education institution committed to excellence in teaching and community engagement. The Facilities Engineering Manager will lead the planning, operation, and compliance of the university's utility infrastructure and energy systems, ensuring efficient delivery of essential services while maintaining regulatory standards.
Education
Responsibilities
Serve as the University’s strategic lead for campus-wide utility infrastructure, energy and water systems, engineering compliance, and regulatory standards
Provide comprehensive leadership and oversight of the planning, operation, maintenance, and compliance of critical infrastructure systems, including the central plant, domestic and reclaimed water systems, fire/life safety infrastructure, and campus-wide utility distribution networks
Ensure safe, reliable, and efficient delivery of electricity, heating, cooling, and water services across the University
Manage internal skilled trades, direct external service providers, and maintain full regulatory alignment with local, state, and federal agencies
Collaborate extensively with campus departments and senior leadership to deliver integrated infrastructure solutions and ensure long-term operational resilience and regulatory alignment
Qualification
Required
Minimum of 5 years of experience in project management
5 years of progressively responsible and applicable management and/or supervisory experience
Bachelor's degree in related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Demonstrated experience in water system operations, including knowledge of the tasks, responsibilities, and compliance requirements typically associated with a water distribution operator
Intermediate proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel)
Possess and/or obtain and thereafter maintain a California Driver's License valid for the operation of any vehicle or equipment required to maintain and operate
Preferred
Understanding and experience of commercial kitchen equipment
Knowledge of work control systems such as MetaBIM and PeopleSoft
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life and disability insurances
Retirement (CalPERS)
Tuition waiver
Vacation and sick leave
15 paid holidays
A Personal Holiday that may be taken any time during the year
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
Company
Sonoma State University
Sonoma State University is a public university located in Rohnert Park, CA It is a sub-organization of California State University.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$7.9MKey Investors
U.S. Department of EducationSonoma County Vintners
2024-01-17Grant· $7.9M
2023-08-28Grant
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