Yale University · 8 hours ago
Controls Project Manager
New Haven, CT
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$90K/yr - $166K/yr
7+ years expYale University is dedicated to contributing to a better tomorrow, and they are seeking a Controls Project Manager to oversee operations across various departments. The role involves managing staff, ensuring efficient operations, and developing internal and external communication strategies to enhance departmental objectives and support building maintenance and environmental systems.
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Responsibilities
Oversees the activities related to routine and emergency work in controls and automation to provide timely and efficient response to building maintenance and environmental systems in a 24/7 operation
Manages and coordinates activities for service and maintenance response to environmental control systems with various service responders to ensure timely delivery and completion of service work throughout the University buildings and other related areas
Supervises a staff of non-exempt employees
Determines equipment, materials and staff necessary to meet required time frames and schedules
Evaluates staff performance and proposes supplementary training programs
Reviews shift logs, alarms and printouts for environmental conditions, ensuring the use of appropriate statistical and other test methods to assess environmental conditions
Evaluates the status of outstanding emergency requests and follow-up on job status
Ensures the efficiency of department services provided to the University
Determines appropriate exceptions to department policies to accommodate problems with environmental systems or building maintenance as accurate decision-making is critical to prevent harm to occupants or damage to University buildings, equipment, works of art or scientific experiments
Reviews and provides feedback on design documentation for projects implemented with Planning and Project Management
Assists project team with walk-throughs and infrastructure review related to a project
Attends project meetings as necessary during design and construction to interface with project design and construction teams on MEP related issues that impact building system infrastructure
Supports development and maintenance of HVAC controls related design standards for the University
Reviews project drawings and documentation implemented for compliance with standards
Works closely with the Energy Management Team to understand, define and document the projects technical scope of work and support project cost projections and financial analysis
Has a high level of working experience of the technical, management, and organization environments in which cogeneration and renewable energy projects are executed
In support of Plant Operations, develops and implements subcontractor project plans incorporating allocated scope of work, risk sharing and mitigation, performance guarantees and acceptance criteria
Provides on-site supervision and management of installation works and sub-contractors for project compliance with systems engineering and technical performance requirements
Manages the bidding process in accordance with procurement requirements
Estimates time and material costs for all work efforts, determining sequences and methods to be used
Inspects completed work to ensure compliance with established standards and building codes
Ensure maintenance of adequate inventory of supplies and materials and evaluate and recommend purchases of new products as required
Responsible for the planning and scheduling of alterations and renovations work to minimize system failures
Compares alternate solutions and determines how to best utilize staff and outside contractors
Evaluates customer needs
Assess and resolves customer complaints regarding building maintenance, safety, and fire safety
Analyzes and responds to emergencies
Determines the most effective means and methods for executing construction projects
Working with the Office of Environmental Health and safety, resolve health and safety issues involving students, faculty, staff and visitors at Yale University
Provides innovative thought and concepts, stay informed of latest controls techniques, and incorporate best practices to continually improve services
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree and seven (7) years of HVAC-related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
E2 or S2 or higher
Strategic leadership and management skills with a focus on departmental functions
Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written
Strong analytical, critical thinking, organizational, time management, and problem-solving abilities
Expertise in overseeing and implementing communications strategies and managing public relations
Proficiency in managing administrative teams and optimizing office productivity
Preferred
Proficiency with project management software and understanding of graphic design principles
Demonstrated excellence in communication, leadership, and collaboration within diverse teams
Strong familiarity with budget management, financial planning, and compliance with regulations
Company
Yale University
Yale University is a research and education institution that prioritizes its students.
10001+ employees
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$42.86MKey Investors
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Leadership Team
Geoffrey Chatas
Senior Vice President for Operations
Jack Callahan
Senior Vice President for Operations
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