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At MacDonald-Miller Facility Solutions (“MacMiller”), the Northwest’s leading mechanical contracting firm, we design, deliver, and service HVAC, plumbing, and automation system solutions for commercial buildings. With more than one thousand employees across ten offices, there’s a breadth and variety of work to keep you engaged and inspired.

We have a well-respected history of exceeding our customers’ expectations and executing with distinction. Our clients trust their toughest projects to our integrated teams, including:

• New Construction – Engineering, fabrication, and installation of mechanical systems for new projects, following lean construction practices.
• Special Projects – Retrofits and mechanical repairs for existing buildings to create new efficiencies.
• Service – Scheduled preventive maintenance ensuring tenant comfort and 24/7 emergency response.
• Building Performance – Control systems, fault detection, energy services, and remote monitoring.
• Energy and Sustainable Solutions -- Acting as the Prime Contractor, we deliver design-build, energy-efficient solutions in the built environment for both private and public sector clients.

People love to work at MacDonald-Miller because we all share the same Core Culture Values:

Collaboration – Diverse players, one team, a common vision. Collaboration is our foundation and critical to the success of the company. Every team member is valued and brings unique strengths that help us achieve our shared vision.

Dedication – We are dedicated to personal and professional excellence. We execute with distinction by doing the right thing and following through on our commitments.

Safety – Everyone deserves a safe workplace. Safety is more than hard hats and boots; it’s an attitude and an environment we create. Every day, everyone goes home to their families.

Community – We are proud to be part of MacDonald-Miller. We actively seek to build relationships and know each other as individuals. Together, we create an environment that is welcoming, caring, and trusting.

Innovation – We are committed to continuous, creative problem-solving. Innovation is how we stay an industry leader. We always strive to challenge and better ourselves.

Fun! – Taking the work seriously but never taking ourselves too seriously. It’s possible to be both serious professionals and good-natured people you enjoy working with — we strive to be both.

Requirements

Senior Construction Manager - Energy & Sustainable Solutions: This is where you come in.

We are in search of a proficient Senior Construction Manager - Energy & Sustainable Solutions specialized in ESCO, Performance Contracting, General Contracting or Owner Direct Construction with experience primarily within existing facilities. You are exceptionally skilled in the core essentials of project management. Your responsibilities will encompass the development of team members to achieve project and strategic business goals while cultivating trusted relationships with our customers in the successful delivery of MacMiller’s portfolio of Performance Contracting Conservation, Sustainability and Energy work.

Top deliverables in the first year to be a hero: 

• A leader who coaches and trains team members to expand their knowledge and develop their skills in project management’s core functions, fostering a collaborative team environment.

• Manage, monitor, predict, and communicate all facets of financial stewardship to stakeholders, ensuring the fiscal well-being of the team’s projects within their distinct funding parameters. Assess and report how the execution of each project impacts the financial health of the Business Unit.

• Proactively assess and identify risk throughout the project lifecycle from pursuit through final project delivery, establishing risk mitigation and opportunity capture strategies for successful outcomes.

• Cultivate connections and build trusted partnerships with our internal and external customers. Foster an environment of collaboration and mutual respect amongst team members.

• Ensures the execution of a project’s scope of work, aligns with all contractual intent, obligations, applicable codes, and requirements.

• Builds project schedules, overseeing the resolution of risk elements and execution of key milestones for successful outcomes..

• Ensures all resources are identified and tasked to facilitate successful project execution.

• Skillfully facilitates proactive and effective communication amongst all stakeholders.

Your background: What kind of person will thrive in this role?

You should have…

• +Seven years of experience as a Project Manager specializing in either ESCO, Performance Contracting, General Contracting or Owner Direct Construction, coupled with a comprehensive understanding of delivering projects within existing facilities.

• Strong knowledge of buildings to include: building envelope, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection and building control systems.

• A Bachelor of Science Degree in Construction Management or Mechanical Engineering or possess equivalent education and/or experience that provides a reasonable understanding of project management.

• Proficiency in managing multiple projects of diverse sizes and complexities, consistently establishing goals and meeting deadlines.

• Expertise in interpreting architectural, structural, mechanical, and electrical plans, with familiarity in a diverse range of industry terminology.

• Experience in Microsoft Suite of programs: Excel, Word, & MS Project, Procore

Some preferred certifications…

• Certified Energy Manager (CEM) Certification from the Association of Energy Engineers

• Certified Measurement and Verification Professional (CMVP) from the Association of Energy Engineers

• National Environmental Balancing Bureau (NEBB) Certification for Air & Hydronics, Building Commissioning and / or Sound & Vibration

• United States Green Building Council (USGBC) Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Accredited Professional

And everyone you work with should describe you as… 

• Having an incredibly strong work ethic. 

• Passionate and positive with a can-do attitude. 

• Being a great collaborator. 

• Adaptable and capable of surmounting challenges.

And you should be motivated by… 

• Working with a talented team and our customers to ensure project profitability and success. 

• Collaborating with the team, empowering yourself to learn how to do something. If you need a ton of handholding or a micro-manager boss, this is not the place for you. 

• Working in a lean, results-oriented environment, where you’ll be expected to do more, take on more, and achieve more every year.

• Having fun in an environment high on transparency, open to innovative new approaches with a supportive family feel. 

Benefits

Compensation: $125,000 to $163,000 Annually

MacDonald-Miller Facility Solutions presently provides employee coverage for:

• Medical, dental, and vision for employees (coverage available for dependents for shared premium).

• 401k retirement plan including Company matching.

• Vacation and Sick Compensation (PTO), and Holiday Pay!

• Disability income protection including short-term and long-term disability.

• Employee and dependent life insurance.

• Wellness Program.

• Employee Assistance Program.

Where you will work

Our Portland East office is located at 12911 NE Airport Way, Portland, OR 97230, offering a unique blend of convenience and natural scenery. Just minutes from PDX and situated along the Columbia River, the location provides easy access to the Marine Drive Trail, perfect for walking, biking, or watching planes take off against expansive river views. Nearby destinations such as Blue Lake Regional Park offer a peaceful retreat during breaks, and on clear days, employees can enjoy views of Mount Hood. It’s an ideal workplace for those who appreciate open space, fresh air, and a distinctive Pacific Northwest setting while staying close to the city.

Interested in learning more?

If you’re ready for an adventure and are interested in being considered for this role, click apply to start the conversation!

MacDonald-Miller Facility Solutions 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, or status as a protected veteran.