Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
The Senior MEP (Mechanical, Electrical & Plumbing) Project Manager reports to the Director of Engineering, within the Division of Facilities Management and Real Estate (FMRE). The position is responsible for managing and directing engineering on projects in support of the Dana‑Farber Cancer Institute’s mission, core values, and strategic plan. This position has several key roles and will interface with key cross‑functional groups. The position is focused on providing hands‑on engineering expertise to guide projects to a successful outcome.
Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana‑Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life‑changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS, and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high‑risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School‑affiliated hospitals.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Support Planning, Design and Construction (PDC) Project Managers in the design process and implementation in areas involving MEP/FP. Perform drawing reviews of DFCI Project MEP documents during all design and drawing submissions. Survey field Construction Administration of MEP/FP portion of PDC projects and assist with field coordination as needed. Attend DFCI project meetings as needed to assure compliance with drawings and DFCI design standards, and to expedite field changes where appropriate. Review project submittals and reports to ensure compliance with project requirements and DFCI standards
Manage, maintain, and enforce MEP/FP standards in accordance with all codes and agreed upon Facilities product needs. Document and/or revise MEP/FP design standards specific to DFCI in coordination with PDC Dept and Facility Operations. Conduct continuous reviews of DFCI Design Standards to stay current with code changes, accepted product standards, and most favored industry standards and practices
Provide technical engineering support and training to Facilities Operations Group. Facilitate and standardize project turn‑over to ensure Facilities Operations is successfully provided required MEP/FP system documentation from construction projects
In support of the Director of Engineering, continuously monitor and help implement systems with New Projects and Operations to best benefit the institute
Prepare formal RFPs for engineering services where no Architect is required. This includes studies, surveys, and purely infrastructure related improvements and changes
Work closely with the DFCI Architect to establish, maintain and continuously improve the DFCI Plan, specification, standards, and design intent electronic data base and library adhering to the most current CADD, BIM, REVITT, and allied technologies
Review DFCI Project MEP drawings and survey field Construction Administration of MEP/FP portion of PDC projects. Attend DFCI project meetings as needed to assure compliance with drawings and to expedite field changes where appropriate
Monitor and troubleshoot all control systems DDC, Electrical, Pneumatic
Implement training programs pertaining to the DDC systems, updating software revisions, writing new programs to better control mechanical systems
Revise and establish preventative maintenance procedures to improve equipment performance and Joint Commission compliance
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED
Design & Construction management - Understand the construction process, design process, building automation systems, thermodynamics, power generation and distribution, NFPA 101, NFPA 99. Must be competent in BAS operating systems and the IBC and related codes
Safety - Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective infection control and environmental health and safety
Decision Making - Consider the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one. Use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions. Must be able to assess initial acquisition costs vs. lifetime costs and provide in-depth cost justification and cost avoidance reports to upper management
MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS The position requires a bachelor’s degree in design engineering, Construction Management, or a related field. Candidates must have 15 years of experience in design engineering and project management within healthcare or research environments, or 10 years of experience managing building management software engineering teams and large‑scale projects focused on smart buildings and energy efficiency to meet BERDO and MA stretch code requirements.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Directly supervise consulting engineers who are performing work for DFCI, on more than 10‑12 projects at any time. The Senior Engineering Manager must have the ability to influence decision making in operational and energy management areas without benefit of true supervisory responsibilities.
Support Planning, Design and Construction (PDC) Project Managers in the design process and implementation in areas involving MEP/FP. Perform drawing reviews of DFCI Project MEP documents during design and drawing submissions. Survey field Construction Administration of MEP/FP portion of PDC projects and assist with field coordination as needed. Attend DFCI project meetings as needed to assure compliance with drawings and DFCI design standards, and to expedite field changes where appropriate.
Review project submittals and reports to ensure compliance with project requirements and DFCI standards.
Manage, maintain, and enforce DFCI MEP/FP standards in accordance with all codes and agreed upon Facilities product needs. Document and/or revise MEP/FP design standards in coordination with PDC Dept and Facility Operations. Conduct continuous reviews of DFCI Design Standards to stay current with code changes, accepted product standards, and most favored industry standards and practices.
Provide technical engineering support and training to Facilities Operations Group. Facilitate and standardize project turn‑over to ensure Facilities Operations is successfully provided required MEP/FP system documentation from construction projects.
Directly supervise MEP/FP Engineering Firms, MEP/FP/Controls/ Balancer, and Commissioning vendors and lead all coordination meetings. Must have the ability to influence decision making in operational and energy management areas without benefit of true supervisory responsibilities.
PATIENT CONTACT: None
At Dana‑Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are committed to having faculty and staff who offer multifaceted experiences. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and compassionate professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.
Dana‑Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.
EEO Poster Pay Transparency Statement
The hiring range is based on market pay structures, with individual salaries determined by factors such as business needs, market conditions, internal equity, and based on the candidate’s relevant experience, skills and qualifications.
For union positions, the pay range is determined by the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).
$172,800.00 - $191,400.00
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Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana‑Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life‑changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS, and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high‑risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School‑affiliated hospitals.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Support Planning, Design and Construction (PDC) Project Managers in the design process and implementation in areas involving MEP/FP. Perform drawing reviews of DFCI Project MEP documents during all design and drawing submissions. Survey field Construction Administration of MEP/FP portion of PDC projects and assist with field coordination as needed. Attend DFCI project meetings as needed to assure compliance with drawings and DFCI design standards, and to expedite field changes where appropriate. Review project submittals and reports to ensure compliance with project requirements and DFCI standards
Manage, maintain, and enforce MEP/FP standards in accordance with all codes and agreed upon Facilities product needs. Document and/or revise MEP/FP design standards specific to DFCI in coordination with PDC Dept and Facility Operations. Conduct continuous reviews of DFCI Design Standards to stay current with code changes, accepted product standards, and most favored industry standards and practices
Provide technical engineering support and training to Facilities Operations Group. Facilitate and standardize project turn‑over to ensure Facilities Operations is successfully provided required MEP/FP system documentation from construction projects
In support of the Director of Engineering, continuously monitor and help implement systems with New Projects and Operations to best benefit the institute
Prepare formal RFPs for engineering services where no Architect is required. This includes studies, surveys, and purely infrastructure related improvements and changes
Work closely with the DFCI Architect to establish, maintain and continuously improve the DFCI Plan, specification, standards, and design intent electronic data base and library adhering to the most current CADD, BIM, REVITT, and allied technologies
Review DFCI Project MEP drawings and survey field Construction Administration of MEP/FP portion of PDC projects. Attend DFCI project meetings as needed to assure compliance with drawings and to expedite field changes where appropriate
Monitor and troubleshoot all control systems DDC, Electrical, Pneumatic
Implement training programs pertaining to the DDC systems, updating software revisions, writing new programs to better control mechanical systems
Revise and establish preventative maintenance procedures to improve equipment performance and Joint Commission compliance
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED
Design & Construction management - Understand the construction process, design process, building automation systems, thermodynamics, power generation and distribution, NFPA 101, NFPA 99. Must be competent in BAS operating systems and the IBC and related codes
Safety - Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective infection control and environmental health and safety
Decision Making - Consider the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one. Use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions. Must be able to assess initial acquisition costs vs. lifetime costs and provide in-depth cost justification and cost avoidance reports to upper management
MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS The position requires a bachelor’s degree in design engineering, Construction Management, or a related field. Candidates must have 15 years of experience in design engineering and project management within healthcare or research environments, or 10 years of experience managing building management software engineering teams and large‑scale projects focused on smart buildings and energy efficiency to meet BERDO and MA stretch code requirements.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Directly supervise consulting engineers who are performing work for DFCI, on more than 10‑12 projects at any time. The Senior Engineering Manager must have the ability to influence decision making in operational and energy management areas without benefit of true supervisory responsibilities.
Support Planning, Design and Construction (PDC) Project Managers in the design process and implementation in areas involving MEP/FP. Perform drawing reviews of DFCI Project MEP documents during design and drawing submissions. Survey field Construction Administration of MEP/FP portion of PDC projects and assist with field coordination as needed. Attend DFCI project meetings as needed to assure compliance with drawings and DFCI design standards, and to expedite field changes where appropriate.
Review project submittals and reports to ensure compliance with project requirements and DFCI standards.
Manage, maintain, and enforce DFCI MEP/FP standards in accordance with all codes and agreed upon Facilities product needs. Document and/or revise MEP/FP design standards in coordination with PDC Dept and Facility Operations. Conduct continuous reviews of DFCI Design Standards to stay current with code changes, accepted product standards, and most favored industry standards and practices.
Provide technical engineering support and training to Facilities Operations Group. Facilitate and standardize project turn‑over to ensure Facilities Operations is successfully provided required MEP/FP system documentation from construction projects.
Directly supervise MEP/FP Engineering Firms, MEP/FP/Controls/ Balancer, and Commissioning vendors and lead all coordination meetings. Must have the ability to influence decision making in operational and energy management areas without benefit of true supervisory responsibilities.
PATIENT CONTACT: None
At Dana‑Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are committed to having faculty and staff who offer multifaceted experiences. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and compassionate professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.
Dana‑Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.
EEO Poster Pay Transparency Statement
The hiring range is based on market pay structures, with individual salaries determined by factors such as business needs, market conditions, internal equity, and based on the candidate’s relevant experience, skills and qualifications.
For union positions, the pay range is determined by the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).
$172,800.00 - $191,400.00
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