Merrick & Company · 5 hours ago
Senior Engineer/Program Manager
Manhattan, KS
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$130K/yr - $165K/yr
10+ years expMerrick & Company is seeking a Senior Engineer / Program Manager to provide on-site leadership at a client facility in Manhattan, Kansas. The role involves overseeing construction, remediation, and operational readiness activities for a biocontainment laboratory, while maintaining strong client relationships and supporting project execution.
Information Technology
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Direct commissioning activities for a biocontainment laboratory, ensuring that all projects are completed on time and within scope
Maintain project schedules, budgets, and quality standards
Develop a thorough understanding of all project documents, including contracts, design drawings, specifications, and schedules
Assist in developing and maintaining the master project schedule
Manage project team of engineers and technical staff
Coordinate commissioning and remediation activities across multiple operational units, including Research, Facilities Operations and Maintenance, Safety, Security, and more
Provide expertise in direct digital control systems, including controls devices, trending, procedures, and sequences of operations
Lead regular on-site coordination and progress meetings with stakeholders
Promote and enforce a safe, healthy, and environmentally responsible work environment
Ensure all contractor start-up, performance, and pretesting are verified prior to final commissioning
Support the client in maintaining all validation and verification documentation within the client's computerized maintenance management system (CMMS), with a preference for experience in Maximo
Build and maintain strong client relationships and promote Merrick’s services to support future business opportunities
Maintain effective communication with clients, engineers, project management, and local authorities to ensure smooth project execution
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Project Management, or a related field
10+ years experience on design, commissioning, and / or construction management of building systems (HVAC, plumbing, or electrical) on large projects (>$1 M)
Experience in managing personnel and project engineering
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and MS Project. Procore or similar project management software
Client projects for this position require US citizenship
Preferred
Significant experience in the verification and validation of biocontainment laboratories, including knowledge of relevant protocols, standards, and regulatory requirements
Experience with computerized maintenance management systems, especially Maximo
Proficiency with direct digital control systems, particularly in a laboratory setting
Benefits
Employee Owned - all eligible U.S. employees have an Employee Stock Ownership Account.
Robust Employee Referral Program.
Annual performance and compensation reviews.
Professional Training and Development.
Employee Recognition Awards.
Peer Mentor Program
Health insurance
Dental and vision coverage
401(k)
Paid time off (PTO)
Company
Merrick & Company
Merrick & Company, an employee-owned, multi-discipline professional engineering, architecture, design-build.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Dave Huelskamp
Chairman and CEO
Mark Henline
Senior Vice President & CFO
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