Engineering Manager

Engineering Manager Job Description Summary

Working under the direction of the Account Director, prime responsibilities to manage the work flow of preventive and corrective maintenance activities to assure compliance with client’s metrics and facility operational reliability. When called upon, perform mechanical troubleshooting and repair of critical infrastructure support systems necessary for efficient operation of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, elevator and energy management controls systems in assigned portfolio.

• This position is eligible for a client-funded bonus based on KPI performance metrics and the overall performance of the Manager and their team.
• Provides leadership and motivation for all employees by communicating core beliefs and values to create a positive work environment through fairness and equality.
• Establishes goals and performance criteria and measurement processes to proactively manage employees. Coordinates implementation of annual performance objectives. Assists in developing a reporting format (i.e. spreadsheet) to track completion of these objectives.
• Maintains accuracy of site-specific documentation for all assets, including but not limited to property information books, as-built drawings, drawing review documents, site operating manuals and emergency operations manual.
• Schedules work and preventive maintenance tasks during periods of system inactivity or scheduled down-time to reduce chances of business interruptions.
• Schedules maintenance activities including work requests and preventive maintenance. Works closely with management to ensure effects on operations are recognized, well planned and coordinated.
• Ensures all engineers are properly equipped with the necessary uniforms and tools that may be required to perform their work.
• Monthly review of preventive maintenance cycles and tasks to improve maintenance efficiency and response.
• Manage CMMS "COVE" / Plant Log programs. Monitor and manage work productivity through service call and preventative maintenance call program reporting.
• Conduct periodic inspection and audits to confirm compliance with operations and maintenance programs including: service call programs, preventative maintenance, loss control prevention activities, safety training, hazardous materials, OSHA compliance, water treatment and record keeping.
• Facilitate and monitor safety training programs to maintain compliance with company mandated requirements.
• Regularly inspect all MEP machinery/equipment and rooms as well as other work areas to ensure good housekeeping and safe working conditions. Produce monthly report on conditions of same.
• Ensure machinery inspections and individual personnel License requirements by both MA DPS and/or Insurance Underwriter are kept current.
• Responsible for the overall direction, setting priorities, coaching, coordination and evaluations of employees.
• Development of employee goals and initiatives to promote individual skill advancement.
• Monitor all contracted maintenance, repair and construction activities for conformance to established building policies and standards. Inform Senior Engineering Manager of all defective or nonconforming conditions.
• Review shift schedules of direct reports to assure proper coverage during vacation and holiday absences.
• Assist in the technical training and upgrading of skills of less qualified staff.
• Pursue employee development objectives recommended by the Account Director or Client.
• Displays willingness to make decisions;
  Exhibits sound and accurate judgment;
  Supports and explains reasoning for decisions;
  Includes appropriate people in decision-making process;
  Makes timely decisions.

• High school diploma or equivalent certification required.
• A minimum of 5-7 years of operational experience required with 3 or more years of facilities experience in the area of life sciences and or scientific research is preferred.
• Accredited technical school, military, or college certification in HVAC and/or Operating Engineering Technologies and/or equivalent job related training and experience required.
• Universal CFC certification required.
• Advanced working knowledge of Building Automation Systems, Microsoft Windows, Excel and Lotus Notes knowledge.
• Strong technical and problem solving abilities.

Cushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life, and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

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