at Northwestern University in Evanston, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Job Opening Id: 54320
Department: Facilities Mgmt EV
Salary/Grade: EXS/14
Job Summary:
Responsible for building systems (mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and building automation systems) engineering design and construction. Participates in the oversight and development of University Design Guidelines and Specifications. Supervises the MEP design review process for all projects at the Evanston and Chicago campuses. Serves as liaison between the General Contractor, Architect, Engineer and the University on building systems. Provides ongoing quality control and inspection connected with new construction and remodeling of existing facilities for the University. Serves as Project Manager for complex engineering focused renewal and replacement projects. Supports Building Commissioning on large complex projects.
Specific Responsibilities:
- Supervises the review process of engineering design documents to ensure compliance with University requirements
- Technical lead Central Utility Plant Improvements
- Coordinate the activities of the Owner's Commissioning Agent with the General Contractor and Consultants and communicate status with FM Operations.
- Provide on-site review/coordination of construction projects to assure compliance with plans and/or specifications.
- Monitors and confirm that contractors are engaging in a comprehensive coordination process.
- Observes all work-in-progress at construction sites,
- Evaluate construction problems and participates in identifying appropriate alternatives and solutions.
- Negotiates necessary changes
- Assures timely completion of projects.
- Verifies and approves applications for payment
- Reviews shop drawings.
- Serves as Project Manager on complex engineering-focused renewal and replacement projects.
Miscellaneous
Perform other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications: (Education, experience, and any other certifications or clearances)
- Bachelor's Deg
