Senior Project Development Engineer (Energy)Senior Project Development Engineer (PDE) is a full-time role within the Strategic Programs service line for our client. The Senior PDE will be responsible for and/or assist with data collection and assessment of as-found facility/system conditions, scope development, RFP development, proposal evaluation, and technical support during project execution and commissioning for energy and retro-commissioning projects for multiple hospitals within national corporate energy programs. The Senior PDE will be expected to establish goals, timelines, and budgets and ensure timely development of projects.
This position is based in Nashville, TN, however remote work is acceptable.Working closely with the Strategic Programs Director, internal resources, and contractor partners, the Senior PDE will ensure technical requirements, financial goals, and client expectations are met. The Sr. PDE reports to the Strategic Programs Director.Experience RequirementsLeading cross-functional teams and monitoring progress against project objectives and schedulesDeveloping system retrofit solutions and optimizing Building Automation System (BAS) control sequences for maximum building performanceWorking with multiple facilities projects simultaneouslyEnsuring project objectives, client design standards, and deliverable requirements are well understood and effectively communicated to internal and external team membersProviding technical evaluation of contractor change order requestsDeveloping unique and forward-thinking engineering solutionsServing as Subject Matter Expert (SME) on internal and external cross-functional teamsParticipate in providing regularly cadenced project development status reports to stakeholdersEvaluating HVAC and Building Automation System (BAS) data trends and troubleshooting system performance issuesAbility to anticipate potential system operational risks and design mitigation strategies into system design solutionsTraining client staff on new or unfamiliar system operating parametersRequired Skills and QualificationsBachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experienceTen or more years of experience in HVAC & Controls system design, and Energy Engineering—particularly with retrofit projects in the healthcare sectorSolid understanding of Engineering Economics and project financial proformasExperience with Building Analytics technology, Automatic Fault Detection (AFD), and Monitoring-based Commissioning (MBx)Thorough understanding and application of applicable healthcare standards ASHRAE 170 and 62.1Strong analytical skills and attention to detailExcellent written and verbal communication skillsDemonstrable leadership skills, with steadfast resolve, and personal integrityProven teamwork skills and ability to influence cross-functional teams without formal authorityPreferred Skills and QualificationsProfessional Engineering License preferredCertified Energy Manager (CEM) Certification preferred