Project Mechanical IV

CannonDesign • Chicago, IL

18h • Remote

About The Position

If you think your skills, experience and aspirations make you a good match for this position, we encourage you to apply. This role is remote within the U.S., with a preference for candidates located in or near: Arlington, VA; Baltimore, MD; Boston, MA; Buffalo, NY; Chicago, IL; Dallas, TX; Denver, CO; Minneapolis, MN; Pittsburgh, PA, or St. Louis, MO. ABOUT THE ROLE You will be a member of our multi-disciplinary team and will work under the direction of a licensed engineer. Projects may include new construction and renovation in educational, healthcare, corporate commercial and science and technology.

Requirements

• Bachelor or Master's degree in Engineering required.
• Minimum of 8 years of related experience required.
• Strong knowledge of Life Safety Codes
• Ability to work independently in all mechanical disciplines with no oversight or guidance.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be a critical thinker.
• Must be highly analytical.
• Must have the ability to engage effectively with clients.
• Must be a fully qualified professional able to perform work with a high degree of latitude, with some ambiguity in work.
• Able to effectively handle multiple projects.
• Experience in computer applications for engineering design programs (i.e. Revit, Trane Trace or Trane 3D Plus) required.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor or Master's degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited program preferred.
• Current PE in the United States preferred.
• LEED accreditation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform and direct complex design of ductwork, piping and equipment selection for HVAC systems for large scale size buildings.
• Able to work independently in all Mechanical disciplines with no oversight or guidance.
• As necessary assist with Plumbing and Fire Protection Designs.
• Oversee, guide, mentor and provide technical leadership to designers and engineering team.
• Direct the work of less experienced staff including the development and presentation of annual performance reviews.
• May serve in the QAQC process and an independent reviewer.
• Interface effectively with clients and members of the design team.
• Oversee the use of engineering complexities related to the use Energy Model software.
• Prepare Revit/BIM modeling of construction drawings of HVAC systems from schematic design to construction administration phases including layout, sketches and detail drawings as required.
• As necessary perform Revit/BIM modeling for plumbing and fire protection systems.
• Specify mechanical equipment such as boilers, chillers, and air handling units.
• Review and accept selective shop drawings for compliance of specifications and contract documents.
• Interface effectively with clients and members of the project team and attend Owner, Architect, Construction Administration (OAC) meetings with an understanding and focus on the project budget.
• Participate or lead value engineering sessions with Architectural/Engineering team.
• Recommend improvements with reference standards and processes to improve quality, coordination, and to streamline production efforts.
• Conduct staff development activities including work planning, budget development, scheduling in conjunction with the Project Manager.
• Respond to RFI’s and review of change orders in the preparation of construction documents.
• Conduct job site visits to verify existing conditions and observe construction progress.
• Attend and participate in construction meetings.
• Site visits frequently require a physical walk-through of site.
• Represents company in project activities; directs activities of project team members; represents company in business development and marketing activities.
• May serve on internal and/or professional committees.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• We offer a full benefit package including medical, dental and vision coverage and flexible spending account options and voluntary insurances.
• We have paid time off, flex-time schedules, remote work options and a 401k plan and employee perk programs.

What This Job Offers

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