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Baltimore, Maryland, Johns Hopkins Facilities and Real Estate (JHFRE) is seeking an Assistant Utility Services Manager (AUSM) who is responsible for assisting in the operations and maintenance programs for the Homewood and Wyman utility plants and all utility infrastructure to meet safety, reliability, cost, and operational goals. The AUSM assists in developing and implementing maintenance and reliability best practices to ensure utility assets are operating efficiently and effectively while realizing expected life cycles. These utilities include generation and distribution systems for steam, chilled water, and high voltage electricity. The AUSM is expected to assist in driving plant efficiency through continuous improvement programs to meet departmental performance metrics. This position reports to the Utility Services Manager. Specific Duties & Responsibilities Responsible for the scheduling of work shifts and augmentation of staff as need to ensure plants are fully manned at all times. Inventories, tracks and orders supplies, materials and equipment needed to safely and effectively operate the Homewood Campus (Homewood) and Wyman Park (Wyman) utility plants and distribution systems. Surveys and monitors the plant facilities equipment, and infrastructure and reports deficiencies and issues to the Utility Services Manager. Oversees remedies and repairs as needed. Ensures all plant personnel are trained in JHFRE standard operating procedures for plant operations. Tracks and monitors training requirements for all plant personnel. Assist in the hiring, supervising and mentoring of plant personnel. Assist in planning and managing the daily operations of the Homewood and Wyman utility plants so that steam, chilled water, and electricity are generated and distributed efficiently and reliably. This includes managing a complex chilled water plant that requires quick decision making on equipment start/stop times to maximize electric savings. Assist in developing and managing budgets for the Homewood and Wyman utility plant and utilities infrastructure, which have a combined value of approximately 15 million dollars. Assist in developing and managing preventive maintenance programs for Homewood and Wyman utility plants and utility infrastructure, including steam, chilled water, domestic water, natural gas, sanitary and sewer, and high voltage electrical distribution systems. Assist in maintaining and troubleshooting all equipment and systems located in the Homewood and Wyman utility plants to ensure systems reliability. Assist in developing and documenting operating and casualty control procedures for the Homewood and Wyman utility plants. Assist in developing and implementing annual and long-term capital renewal programs for utility plants and infrastructure. This includes identifying and prioritizing projects to be completed on a fiscal year basis while working within a limited capital renewal budget. Assist in design review on all utility plant and infrastructure projects to ensure that preferred products and operating schemes are employed. This includes representing Facility Operations at progress and design review meetings. Assist with establishing a portfolio of standards for design and operational performance, energy conservation, and standardization of MEP fixtures and systems. Assist in ensuring utility infrastructure as-built drawings are updated and recorded to reflect current system installations. This includes electrical, steam, chilled water, domestic water, sanitary and sewer, and natural gas systems. Assist with project management tasks on projects related to utility plants and infrastructure. Project costs range from 50 thousand to 10 million dollars. Tasks include developing RFQ/RFP, oversight of contractors, contract award and administration, approving payments, and general management throughout the project. Assist in monitoring and analyzing energy usage profiles, specifically electricity and fuel use at the Homewood Campus and Wyman Facility for the purpose of recommending potential cost savings strategies. Assist in planning and managing underground utility repairs of steam, chilled water, electric, domestic water, and sanitary and sewer lines. Assist in preparing fuel usage reports for State Emissions compliance. Assist, as needed, in the negotiation and procurement of fuel and electric contracts. Assist with developing and documenting any necessary facilities related information that is used to support the University's efforts in negotiating federal indirect cost recovery rates. Assist with maintaining utilities consumption program that is used for billing customers connected to the Homewood service loops (i.e. Space Telescope Institute, BMA, and Homewood House Museum). Assist with maintaining the campus wide metering programs. This includes the installation and calibration of all new meter installations. Assist in overseeing Baltimore City Water and Sewer credit program; includes meter installations, recording data, and reconciling accounts. Communicates (as needed) with vendors, contractors and state and local government agencies, including Baltimore City Fire Department, Maryland Department of Environment (MDE) and the Public Service Commission (PSC). Assist in ensuring compliance with OSHA, MOSHA, State and Federal regulations and JHU safety standards for all work involving utility plants and infrastructure. Assist in performing annual performance evaluations and determines merit increases for supervisory staff. Helps ensure University's Title V Air Emissions Certification is accurate and current for submission to the MDE. Assist in managing compliance with MDE pertaining to Homewood's underground fuel oil storage tanks (USTs) and Wyman's above ground fuel oil storage tanks (AGSTs). Assist in problem-solving by using broad range of engineering, construction, management and business knowledge to identify, describe, analyze and resolve technical, staffing, or financial issues. Assist in performing detailed studies of plant and infrastructure related data to determine efficient and cost-effective ways to manage operations and construction of utility plants and infrastructure. Assist in compiling data to demonstrate the justification of decisions, procedures, and policies. Assist in investigating plant and infrastructure failures and determines causes and solutions. Assumes the duties of the Utility Service Manager during their absence. Special Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Must be computer literate and able to read and interpret engineering and construction documents, specifications, and technical manuals. Strong written and oral communication skills. Ability to work in environments with exposure to dust, heat, cold, noise, and fumes. Ability to move about or remain stationary for extended periods of time. Ability to work in confined spaces. Work Conditions Work may produce high level of mental/visual fatigue due to attention to details. May be exposed to construction hazards. May work outdoors with exposure to extreme temperatures and other weather conditions. Work may require the use of protective safety devices including, but not limited to, safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection, and hard hat. Supervisory Responsibility May assume the duties of the Utility Service Manager during their absence. Total 10-12 staff: approximately 8-10 Stationary Engineers and 2 Maintenance Mechanics. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in an Engineering field or related technical equivalent. 5 years related experience in plant/utilities management. Extensive job-related experience may substitute for education. Additional related experience may substitute for required education, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula. JHU Equivalency Formula: 30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience. Additional related experience may substitute for required education on the same basis. For jobs where equivalency is permitted, up to two years of non-related college course work may be applied towards the total minimum education/experience required for the respective job . Preferred Qualifications Ten years' experience in plant/utilities management or related experience. Current State of Maryland 1st Grade Stationary Engineer's license. Prior supervisory experience.     Classified Title: Assistant Utility Services Manager  Role/Level/Range: ATP/04/PD   Starting Salary Range: $62,300 - $109,000 Annually (Commensurate with experience)  Employee group: Full Time  Schedule: varies  Exempt Status: Exempt  Location: Homewood Campus  Department name: ​​​​​​​Utility Operations  Personnel area: University Administration     

Spokane, Washington, Spokane Airports Planning & Development Department seeks to add a full-time staff member to their team. The position will primarily be involved in the management of multiple complex airside and landside facilities improvement projects including planning, environmental, design, construction, and other public works. This job opening may be filled by a Project Manager ($87,256 to $123,645/yr) or a Senior Project Manager ($95,981 to $136,009/yr) depending on qualifications. Current benefits include medical, dental, life and disability insurance, retirement as well as an employee assistance program and employee wellness program. Holiday and accrued sick and vacation time is also provided. For both position descriptions, detailed benefits information, and to apply, visit our web site at www.spokaneairports.net. Position open until filled. EEO/AA/Veteran Employer. Minimum qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in planning, architecture, engineering, construction, or related field, a valid driver’s license free of serious or frequent traffic violations, and design and construction management and budgeting experience. The Project Manager position requires five (5) years of relevant experience while the Senior Project Manager requires twelve (12) years of relevant experience.

Lubbock, Texas, Senior Managing Director - Engineering & Construction Lubbock 36597BR Ops Div Construction Position Description Plans and directs the overall operation of two or more departments with institutional oversight and provides leadership for staff members. Under executive direction, performs highly varied administrative duties involving the use of independent judgment and professional skills. Major/Essential Functions LEADERSHIP - Demonstrates foresight and acts as a role model for the Operations Division and Texas Tech University. Establishes and monitors departmental objectives and goals to align with the established University and Executive Leadership goals and objectives. Assumes accountability and responsibility of the assigned area to ensure not only alignment with specified goals, but preliminary budget numbers, scheduling, timelines, adequate manpower, project budgets and project quality and efficiency expectations are met. The Operations Division (OD) strives to be the provider of choice for the campus community and an above and beyond level of service and construction knowledge and experience is expected from this position. This position will provide executive leadership for the Operations Division Engineering & Construction department in support of the general and research-focused construction projects provided to the campus community. PROJECT MANAGEMENT – Responsible for the execution of new and existing construction projects completed by the OD Engineering and Construction Department. Oversees university construction projects for deferred maintenance, roadways, life safety, renovations to include classrooms and class labs, capital improvement and research specific construction. Historically the annual university spend on construction projects has ranged from 30- $55 million dollars of construction per year. This leadership role will be responsible for all internal and external contract, budget, tracking and communications as they relate to projects associated with this department. This position will be responsible for 200 – 300 construction projects each year. COMMUNICATION - Uses effective skills to accomplish formal and informal oral/written presentations within and outside the Department. Composes and prepares documents, reports, special studies and other correspondence supporting the mission. This position is expected to provide routine and regular updates and ongoing communications to the Associate Vice President of Operations and other Executive Leadership University Members as required and routinely scheduled. This leadership role will be expected to effectively and routinely communicate with internal team members along with maintain strong partnerships with members of the campus community. These partnership would be with Vice President’s, Deans, Chairs, Faculty, Staff and researchers to name a few. BUDGET DEVELOPMENT AND MANAGEMENT - Working with Operations Division Staff, establishes annual budget requirements for manpower and materials. Department allocates funding to accomplish mission within authorized budgeting limits. Use Key Performance Indicator metrics to identify areas for improvement allocating personnel and resources to meet or exceed goals in the most efficient and economically beneficial manner for Texas Tech University. STRATEGIC PLANNING AND CAMPUS ALIGNMENT - The Senior Managing Director within the Operations Division is responsible for ensuring the full comprehension, planning and delegation of aligning the Engineering and Construction Department’s goals and objectives with those as set forth by the many competing factors within the university. This requires an adept perspective with the ability to think and plan strategically while managing the day-to-day requirements of the ongoing projects while facilitating through scheduling, budget and service opportunities as they arise. CAMPUS ENGAGEMENT: Serves as a knowledgeable, capable, and professional substitute for all required meetings and functions. Consults with and makes recommendations to members of the campus community regarding services provided by department. This is a high visibility position and professional and adequate engagement and multiple levels is expected and required. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree required; master's preferred. Seven to ten years progressively responsible management experience required. Education beyond bachelor's level may substitute for required experience on a year-for-year basis. Preferred Qualifications Possess a professional engineering license in the State of Texas or is a licensed architect in the State of Texas. 10 years of leadership experience in large-scale construction, preferably in higher education. Experience with management of Architects and/or Engineers (or other technical design staff) with direct responsibility for analysis/design/administration of projects. Strong written and verbal communication skills to effectively communicate with all levels of customers, staff, and vendors. To apply, visit workattexastech.com All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran. Copyright ©2024 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-60394427a30133499354cbca451d7152

Lubbock, Texas, Assistant Vice President - Facilities and Construction Lubbock 36590BR Ops Div Construction Position Description Performs executive, administrative duties concerning various aspects of operational management in support of the Service Plus philosophy and mission of Texas Tech. Major/Essential Functions LEADERSHIP: Demonstrates foresight and acts as a role model for the Operations Division (OD) and Texas Tech University. Establishes and monitors departmental objectives and goals to align with the established University and Executive Leadership goals and objectives. Provides vision, guidance, and support for facilities and construction departments. Determines work priority standards for departmental leadership; implements programs and processes that support the OD standard of performance; analyzes data and establishes Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to determine departmental effectiveness and recommends changes as needed. PROJECT MANAGEMENT: Responsible for the strategic vision of each department. Engineering & Construction: Oversees the University’s 200 – 300 annual construction projects. Facilities & Utilities: Responsible for the overall interior facility maintenance and functionality of campus buildings. Responsible for the manufacturing and delivery of utilities to campus buildings. Space & Resource Management: Ensures facility inventory and space allocation initiatives align with campus allocation needs. Partners with University’s Procurement Office for contract development and execution for relative projects under this department’s purview. COMMUNICATION: Uses effective skills to accomplish formal and informal oral/written presentations within and outside the Department. Composes and prepares documents, reports, special studies and other correspondence supporting the mission. This position is expected to provide routine and regular updates and ongoing communications to the Associate Vice President of OD and other Executive Leadership University Members as required. This leadership role will be expected to communicate with internal team members and maintain strong partnerships with members of the campus community, including but not limited to: Vice Presidents, Provost Office, Deans, Chairs, Faculty, Staff and researchers. BUDGET DEVELOPMENT AND MANAGEMENT: Working with OD Staff, establishes annual budget requirements for manpower and materials. Oversees respective departmental budgets and allocates funding to respective departments Use KPI metrics to identify areas for improvement allocating personnel and resources to meet or exceed goals in the most efficient and economically beneficial manner for Texas Tech University. STEWARDSHIP OF CAMPUS ASSETS: Provides strategic direction for the facilities and construction teams for all projects within the OD purview. Develops policy for, and makes funding decisions for, the 5-year/deferred maintenance program; applies experience and technical knowledge about maintenance and construction techniques for daily decision making; provides contractor oversight for all work in progress; supports the capital construction program; ensures periodic campus-wide facilities condition assessments are completed and ensures data gathered is useable for strategic planning. STRATEGIC PLANNING & CAMPUS ALIGNMENT: Overall, responsible for the strategic direction of the facilities and construction teams. Maintains a comprehensive understanding of the University’s strategic plan and partners with Sr. Managing Director and Managing Director reports to establish the strategic vision of the assigned departments in support of the campus strategic initiatives. CAMPUS ENGAGEMENT: Serves as the Associate Vice President for Operations in his absence. Serves as a knowledgeable, capable, and professional substitute for all required meetings and functions. Represents OD on various University committees. Consults with and makes recommendations to members of the campus community regarding services provided by department. This is a high visibility position in which professional and adequate engagement at multiple levels is expected and required. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree required in appropriate field based on assigned area of responsibility; eight years of professional and management experience in related area. Additional job-related education may substitute for required experience on a year-for-year basis. Preferred Qualifications Minimum of 10 years of leadership experience in large-scale facilities management or construction. Ability to lead a diverse workforce toward the strategic vision of the University. Uses independent judgement to make strategic decisions in the best interests of the University and department stakeholders. Strong knowledge of facilities systems, construction management, and space allocation requirements in higher education. Ability to manage complex projects and large operating budgets. Extensive verbal and written communication skills. Ability to develop and deliver presentations to various stakeholders. Ability to partner with various University stakeholders and provide solutions based on resources and capabilities. Licensed Architect or Engineer in State of Texas; certified Project Management Professional. To apply, visit workattexastech.com All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran. Copyright ©2024 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. 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