Chief Engineer (Facilities Engineering Management)

INNOVATIVE CONSULTING & MANAGEMENT•Birmingham, AL

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Innovative Consulting & Management Services (ICMS) is a Professional & Technical Management Consulting firm with over 20 years of consulting experience. ICMS is seeking a Chief Engineer (Facilities Engineering Management) to lead and oversee the technical operations of a federal campus. This is a working supervisor role, responsible for all aspects of facility operations, maintenance, and repairs. The Chief Engineer will train and supervise journeyman and apprentice personnel, oversee preventive maintenance programs, monitor and enforce quality, and ensure compliance with safety and contract requirements.

Requirements

Minimum ten (10) years of experience in facility operations and maintenance, with verifiable expertise in troubleshooting, repair, and replacement of equipment.
EPA 608 Certification
One or more of the following certifications (or equivalent experience): N.A.P.E. Air Conditioning III – Operations and Management (National Association of Power Engineers), Advanced Boiler Operator Certification, International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE) (Class 2 minimum, Class 1 preferred)
Strong leadership and supervisory skills; ability to train and mentor personnel
Experience implementing preventive maintenance programs to reduce downtime and prevent equipment failures
Proficiency in managing HVAC personnel and general maintenance workers (GMWs), ensuring high-quality work performance.
Fluent in English (spoken, written, and reading comprehension)
Must be available outside of standard working hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, to respond to emergencies, urgent operational needs, or other unforeseen situations as required
Experience in government contracting is highly desired
Must meet federal government security clearance standards, requiring at least a Public Trust background investigation.
U.S. Citizenship

Nice To Haves

Class 1 IUOE certification preferred

Responsibilities

Manage all O&M tasks at multiple facilities
Manage, train, and monitor MEP personnel in the proper operation, troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of building equipment
Maintain currency and records for training and certifications including licensure, safety, and operational equipment training
Manage and inspect the Preventative Maintenance Program, ensuring efficient scheduling, execution, and documentation
Perform Critical Equipment inspections, identifying issues or trending activity and reporting conditions to management
Provide hands-on experience in HVAC repairs, including replacing seals, refrigerant handling, correcting malfunctions, motor replacements, controls, sensors, gauges, and repairing pipe leaks
Perform boiler repairs, including replacing seals, leak repairs, correcting operational deficiencies, motor replacements, controls, sensors, and repairing pipe leaks
Troubleshoot and repair pumps, including leak repairs, seal and shaft replacements, motor replacements, and alignments
Utilize, manage, and troubleshoot DDC and building automation systems (BAS) for troubleshooting, controlling and optimizing energy and water efficiency
Conduct daily tours of facility, reporting or correcting any issues found
Monitor properties for safety concerns, taking corrective action when necessary
Troubleshoot all facility equipment, ensuring quick and efficient problem resolution
Read and interpret contract specifications and drawings to ensure compliance with project requirements.