Overview:
Merrick is seeking a Senior Engineer / Program Manager to provide full-time, on-site leadership at our client facility in Chamblee, GA. The Senior Engineer / Program Manager will be responsible for the day-to-day coordination, oversight, and management of all construction, remediation, commissioning, and operational readiness activities for a large-scale biocontainment laboratory campus. This position also functions as Merrick's on-site representative, maintaining strong client relationships, supporting project execution, and identifying opportunities to expand Merrick's services.
Annual salary range for this position is USD $130,000 - USD $165,000. Pay offered may vary depending on job related knowledge, skills, and experience.
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.
Qualifications:
* 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).
* Contribute to the leadership, direction, teaching, and mentorship of junior staff.
* 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.
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