Construction Manager – Mechanical Engineer; Plumbing - Site Lead

Position Overview

The Construction Manager – Mechanical Engineer (Plumbing) (CM-MP) provides specialized mechanical engineering and construction management support for a diverse portfolio of construction, renovation, infrastructure modernization, utility, and facility improvement projects at Veterans Affairs Medical Facilities. Serving as the Government's owner’s representative for plumbing, HVAC, and mechanical systems, the CM-MP provides technical guidance throughout the planning, design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and closeout phases of projects within an active healthcare environment.

The CM-MP applies sound engineering judgment to evaluate project documentation, assess constructability, identify technical risks, ensure compliance with applicable local, state, federal, and VA design standards, and support the successful delivery of projects. Working collaboratively with VA personnel, architects, engineers, contractors, and multidisciplinary stakeholders, the CM-MP helps facilitate project execution while minimizing disruption to patient care, hospital operations, and ongoing medical services.

• This is a full-time, onsite position. Location for this position is:
  Washington DC VA Medical Center 50 Irving St NW, Washington, DC 20422
• Employees are expected to report to the designated work location during scheduled work hours.
• Any required travel is the employee's responsibility and is not compensated unless otherwise required by applicable law.
• The company does not provide a company vehicle. Employees must use their own transportation when travel is required.

• Serve as the Government's owner’s representative for plumbing, HVAC, and mechanical building systems throughout all phases of assigned construction projects.
• Provide engineering and construction management support during project planning, design review, procurement, construction, commissioning, and closeout activities.
• Review plans, specifications, statements of work, submittals, Requests for Information (RFIs), change requests, cost estimates, and other technical documentation for accuracy, constructability, and compliance with contract requirements.
• Evaluate field conditions and identify constructability issues, quality concerns, code compliance deficiencies, and potential project risks, providing practical engineering recommendations to facilitate project success.
• Coordinate with VA staff, architects, engineers, contractors, commissioning agents, and other project stakeholders to resolve technical issues and maintain project progress.
• Participate in project planning activities, including phasing reviews, site investigations, value engineering efforts, schedule reviews, budgeting support, and constructability assessments.
• Monitor project progress through routine site inspections, documenting deficiencies, tracking corrective actions, and verifying compliance with approved plans, specifications, and applicable codes.
• Support commissioning, testing, startup, system performance verification, owner training, and project closeout activities to ensure successful turnover of mechanical and plumbing systems.
• Assist in evaluating proposed changes, schedule impacts, cost implications, contractor claims, and engineering solutions related to plumbing and mechanical systems.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, inspection records, field reports, and as-built information in accordance with VA requirements.
• Ensure all plumbing, HVAC, and associated mechanical systems comply with applicable VA design criteria, federal, state, and local codes, industry standards, and facility operational requirements.
• Perform all duties with consideration for patient safety, infection control, continuity of healthcare operations, and the unique challenges associated with construction within an occupied medical facility.

• Direct administrative report:
  Regional Manager.
• Operational direction:
  Government Contracting Officer’s Representative.
• Day-to-day supervision:
  Task Order Lead, providing onsite and remote oversight as applicable for assigned Task Orders.

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering…