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Job description
The Engineering Manager receives assignments in the form of objectives and determines how to use resources to meet schedules and goals. Reviews and approves recommendations for functional programs. Provides guidance to subordinates to achieve goals in accordance with established policies. Erroneous decisions or failure to achieve goals results in additional costs and personnel, and serious delays in overall schedules.
Under the general direction and guidance of the Facilities Director, the Assistant Director- Design Engineering will lead a team of professional engineers. H/She will lead the effort of providing: engineering peer reviews for mechanical, electrical, plumbing and civil designs, consulting services to other Facilities Services units, other department in UCSF and assigned UCSF contractors and sub-contractors. H/She will coordinate and evaluate requested installations, maintenance, modification, system overhaul, service and repair of mechanical / plumbing systems, assist in monitoring and evaluating energy and utility consumption and provide the required recommendation to meet the department's energy efficiency goals as well as establish benchmark for new and existing buildings using industry best practice standards.
Responsibilities
of time
Essential Function (Yes/No)
Key Responsibilities
(To be completed by Supervisor)
10%
Yes
Provides management oversight to professional engineering staff engaged in physical planning and construction to include civil, electrical and mechanical specialties. When necessary, performs technical responsibilities of Engineering team.
- Participates in long-range and short-range planning activities of the department, contributing broad facilities knowledge
- Coordinates and evaluates requested installations, maintenance, modification, system overhaul, service and repair of mechanical/plumbing systems
- Assists in monitoring and evaluating energy and utility consumption
10%
Yes
Ensures the coordination, supervision, and performance of all activities within the unit necessary to the short- and long-term operational goals and objectives.
- Oversees involvement on all construction projects and programs in coordination with chief architects, chief engineers, contractors and local committees and staff members, as a senior assistant to the Facilities Director or Facilities Assitant Vice Chancellor.
Establishes parameters and develops criteria for project design.
10%
Yes
Ensures all engineering operations are in compliance with internal and external regulatory procedures and reporting requirements.
- Provide recommendation to meet the department's energy efficiency goals
- Interacts with engineers that are designing buildings and utilities for campus construction projects.
- Provides written documentation of technical review items for construction plans and specifications.
- Communicates complex technical issues and work to achieve goals.
Provide direction to commissioning engineers, contractors and inspectors in the solution of the most complex problems arising during construction.
5%
Manages, often through subordinate supervisors, the coordination of activities of a department with responsibility for results in terms of costs, methods, and employees.
0
Develops Engineering initiatives to meet current and future needs of the campus.
10%
Yes
Represents the unit and / or director at meetings and conferences in matters related to engineering design, maintenance and financial requirements.
- May include campus wide utility systems such as; 21 KV power, telecom, district heating and cooling; municipal level gas, water, sewer, and storm water systems.
Drives improvements for all systems and utilities covered by the mechanical, electrical, and civil engineering disciplines.
15%Yes
Collaborates with contractors, facilities, and chief architects to coordinate the physical planning, construction programs, and operations and maintenance programs. Establishes engineering staffing and resource plans to meet objectives in a timely manner.
- Assists in the funding effort for the recommended projects and program improvements.
- Performs routine field investigations and review work of professional engineering staff engaged in construction project design or physical planning.
Develops and / or reviews engineering proposals, policies, projects and presentations.
- Assists in the funding effort for the recommended projects and program improvements.
Performs routine field investigations and review work of professional engineering staff engaged in construction project design or physical planning.
0
Develops and monitors operational and budget processes, staff FTE, finance, human resources, and space planning.
30%
Yes
Leads a team of engineering professionals.
- The incumbent will monitor and review work completed by the professional engineer team to ensure work meets quality standards.
- H/She coordinates, hiring, training, safety and staff development and performance issues.
- H/She will participate in hiring, managing performance evaluations and reviews with staff; and recommends corrective action when needed as well as counsel's staff on appropriate work methods and techniques.
- H/She ensures department alignment with all approved policies and procedures.
10%
YesServes as Facilities Services key interface to outside engineering consultants.
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Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related area ten years experience and / or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Professional Engineering License
- Valid CA driver license
- Expert knowledge of OSHA, Environmental, Health and Safety Management regulations as they relate to design and execution of project and incorporating sustainable development practices.
- Extensive knowledge of engineering applicable building codes and regulations
- Broad knowledge associated with the planning, design and implementation of engineering systems in a plant environment such as construction of engineering systems serving bio-medical resarch facilities including vivarium, A/BSl-2 and 3 laboratories, Cantral utility plants and multi use spaces.
- General knowledge of key aspects of all engineering disciplines being managed.
- Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate and influence others.
- Highly effective communication and presentation skills to convey complex information in a clear and concise manner to diverse groups.
- Demonstrated advanced interpersonal skills to effectively interact with senior management, peer level managers and outside contacts on matters of significance.
- Strong ability to prioritize and oversee initiatives for unit in order to achieve goals and objectives.
- Strong ability to work in a highly collaborative manner; readily assess complex challenges and barriers and recommend effective resolutions.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
- Certificates in engineering management and specialty areas covered by the various engineering disciplines being managed preferred.
- Preferred Certifications; APPA, CEFP, IFMA CFM/FMP, BOMI RPA/FMA
- Broad knowledge of campus human resources, fiscal, and budgetary policies and procedures.
- Strong knowledge of internal and external regulatory compliance relative to engineering construction management
- Demonstrated ability to simultaneously coordinate a large number of projects, of varying size, type, and complexity.
- Extensive work experience in educational research universities or institutions and demonstrated collaboration with researchers and university officials in solving complex problems and providing engineering guidance using applicable principles, practices and procedures.
About Us
About UCSF
The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world's leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.
Pride Values
UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values.
In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available here.
Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.
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The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.
Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.
To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html
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