Construction Supervisor - MEP

Texas A&M University System • College Station, TX

10d • $5,667 - $10,667

About The Position

The System Offices is one of several system members within the Texas A&M University System representing one of the largest systems of higher education in the nation, with a network of 12 universities, a comprehensive health science center, eight state agencies, Texas A&M – Fort Worth and the Texas A&M - RELLIS Campus. The Texas A&M University System mission is to provide education, conduct research, commercialize technology, offer training, and deliver services for the people of Texas and beyond. The System Offices, within the Texas A&M University System, provides an outstanding benefits package including, but not limited to: competitive health benefits; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; a defined benefit retirement plan to include an employer contribution through Teachers Retirement System of Texas (TRS); if applicable, a defined contribution retirement plan to include an employer contribution through an approved ORP vendor: additional voluntary tax deferred annuity (TDA) options; tuition assistance; and wellness programs to promote work/life balance. Salary: $5,667.367 - $10,666.66 per month commensurate with experience. Job Description Summary: The Construction Supervisor-MEP is responsible for the quality assurance of the mechanical and/or electrical construction aspects of all capital projects. These projects involve new facilities and major renovations for the institutions and agencies of The Texas A&M University System.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering or similar program or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Seven years in mechanical or electrical construction.
• Knowledge of construction principles and practices.
• Ability to read and interpret contract documents and the ability to maintain an effective relationship with project architects/engineers and contractors.
• Ability to travel.
• Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.

Nice To Haves

• Master Electrician or equivalent Mechanical licensing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Managers with the interpretation of contract documents and ensuring that all mechanical and/or electrical work conforms to the contract documents.
• Coordinate with the Project Managers concerning the start-up of mechanical and/or electrical systems.
• Conduct project inspections for proper installation of mechanical and/or electrical systems.
• Review drawings and specifications for conformity to The Texas A&M System mechanical and/or electrical construction standards, code requirements and construction costs and recommends alternate solutions where required.
• Troubleshoot new and existing mechanical and/or electrical systems.
• Review requests for additional work from the Architect/Engineers, contractor or using agency.
• Prepare field reports with details of conditions observed, instructions given and recommendations for corrective action required.
• Provide field training to Facilities Planning & Construction staff related to mechanical and/or electrical construction.
• Approve payments for mechanical and/or electrical testing services.
• Arrange for utility outages with proper authority.
• Arrange high voltage testing and other mechanical and/or electrical testing.

Benefits

• competitive health benefits
• paid vacation
• sick leave
• holidays
• a defined benefit retirement plan to include an employer contribution through Teachers Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• if applicable, a defined contribution retirement plan to include an employer contribution through an approved ORP vendor
• additional voluntary tax deferred annuity (TDA) options
• tuition assistance
• wellness programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior