Existing Building Commissioning EBCx Project Manager

A leading comprehensive engineering design and consulting firm, SSR provides innovative solutions for clients with facility and infrastructure challenges. To achieve client needs, SSR has multiple locations across the US. Working with a diverse group of individuals in a variety of markets, our team of experts partner with our clients to deliver advanced solutions that last.SSR is committed to providing opportunities and benefits to colleagues that promote living fully. Through various competitive benefits and programs available, SSR supports the health, well-being, and personal growth of its employees. SSR offers benefit options including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a generous contribution to employee-owned Health Savings Account, 401(k) with matching up to the full IRS maximum, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other employee incentives and wellness programs. SSR is a 2019 A/E/C Building a Better World Award Winner which recognizes our commitment to community outreach and improvement.We feel that SSR is a great place, but don’t take our word for it, See what our colleagues are saying at .Why Choose SSR? Look at our Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn pages to discover more.We are Certified Great Place to Work DESCRIPTION:The Existing Building Commissioning (EBCx) Project Manager II holds overall responsibility for assigned existing building commissioning projects of medium to high scope and complexity. Duties include systems field verification and testing, HVAC systems (CUPs, AHUs, and terminal units) trouble shooting, Building Automation Systems (BAS) and building optimization. Other duties include planning and executing a specific project plan, delivering quality products and services to the client in a timely manner, managing project financials, and serving as the primary contact between the SSR project team and the client. The EBCx PM ensures that projects are executed according to the plan and is responsible for the results of assigned projects (total Project Success). ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Completes and maintains project schedule and directly supports the Service Line Manager and Sr. Project Managers.Completes definition of project scope requirements and schedule with the client and communicates scope and requirements to the project team.Monitors manpower requirements.Analyzes information gathered from building plans, specifications, and documentation.Facilitates communication between the client and the project team and documents important issues.Regularly attends project update meetings with both clients and team members.Works to address client needs while managing client expectations.Coordinates with sub-contractors on project needs, schedules, and deadlines.Monitors, manages, and advises appropriate Program staff regarding “scope creep,” as necessary.Participates in prospective project interviews as necessary.Communicates directly with client representatives, external project team, industry professionals, and potential clients under the supervision of Service Line Manager or Sr. Project Manager.Engages in self-education and training to keep up with current industry trends and changes.Acts and performs activities inside and outside the office consistent with ethical engineering standards in the company handbook.Prepares and implements a proactive Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) plan for projects. assists the design and construction teams in troubleshooting HVAC controls related problems.Performs project job site visits to investigate field conditions, monitor progress, and maintains client expectations.Participates in BD activities to include proposal writing and fee creationCoordinates with other disciplines to determine HVAC sequence procedures, and provide technical information.Performs specific engineering studies and other design analyses using industry software such as AFDD, and M&V.Participates in the job closeout process to ensure documentation, lessons learned, and filings are complete.Participates in planning and budgeting processes, which includes preparing monthly billing projections and budget metrics as required by managementMonitors accounts receivables on projects and initiates corrective action as neededAssists management in the training and mentoring of less experienced colleagues within the EBCx groupKNOWLEDGE, SKILL, AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS:KNOWLEDGEThorough knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) softwareKnowledge of different BAS/Direct Digital Control Systems (i.e., Siemens, Trane, JCI, Niagara,etc…)Knowledge of project approach and systems designKnowledge of the engineering discipline of his/her expertiseHigh level knowledge of building codes and regulations as they pertain to assigned projectsKnowledge of Commissioning and/or Retro CommissioningKnowledge of Contracts and project managementGeneral knowledge of accounting and how to create and maintain budgetsSKILLS AND ABILITIESComprehension – ability to understand information, ideas, and direction presented in writing and/or verbally communicatedWritten Communication Skills – ability to clearly deliver a message through written words using correct grammar, spelling, and punctuationSpeech Clarity – ability to speak clearly and in a common language so that others can understand youDetail-Oriented – ability to achieve accuracy and thoroughness when accomplishing a task; pays attention to details and is able to understand the cause of a certain outcomeJudgement and Decision-Making Skills – ability to make reasoned judgments that are logical and well thought out; constructively questioning and analyzing information in order to make the best conclusionTechnical Writing Skills – skilled in the area of summarizing or explaining technical information in a clear, concise, and accurate way, communicating the point intendedPresentation Skills – effective in a variety of presentation settings both inside and outside the organization; commands attention and can manage group processes during the presentation; can change tactics midstream when something isn’t workingInterpersonal Skills – ability to interact positively and work effectively with othersMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, or related field5+ years related project experience in HVAC Troubleshooting, Commissioning, and/or Retro CommissioningTechnical report writing experience with Office, Excel, PowerPointEnergy Audit experience of 1-3 years.Time-management skills, Presentation skills, Strong interpersonal skills, and Problem-solving skillsProfessional Engineer Licensure preferredBuilding Automation Systems, Direct digital controls, HVAC systems, and design experience preferredBSME and/or Professional Engineer license preferredCEM and CxA certifications preferredKnowledge of contracts and project management are preferredPHYSICAL DEMANDS: (The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)Frequently use a computer for several hours at a timeMay need to periodically maneuver over, under, and around barriers as well as climb ladders on a job siteMay need to periodically ride swing stages and boom lifts on a job site as necessaryFrequently travel by car or plane to visit job sites and attend meetings, conferences, and eventsRequires the ability to climb stairs and move around a job site for several hours at a timeWORK ENVIRONMENT: (The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)Indoors in a normal office environment with some exposure to excessive noise, darkness/poor lighting, fumes, or dustMay travel to and navigate construction sites, some of which may be at high altitudes or small spaces with dirt or dust particlesFrequent travel (about 25-50% of the time) to visit job sites and attend meetings, conferences, and events#LI-AK1Job SummaryRequisition Number: EXIST002017Job Category: Building Optimization ServicesSchedule: Full-Time