Senior Mechanical Facilities Planner

Markon•Washington, DC, DC

2d•$150,000 - $180,000

About The Position

Markon is seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Facilities Planner to support an Intelligence Community customer. The role provides strategic facilities planning, mechanical engineering expertise, and infrastructure modernization support to the Office of Facilities, Logistics & Services. It focuses on long-term facilities planning, real property development, and the sustainment, restoration, and modernization of the agency’s facilities portfolio. The planner collaborates with senior government leadership, engineering teams, and stakeholders to evaluate infrastructure requirements, assess proposed construction projects, and develop recommendations that support mission readiness and operational efficiency.

Requirements

Active TS/SCI clearance with CI Polygraph.
Bachelor’s degree.
10+ years of relevant experience in facilities planning, mechanical engineering, infrastructure development, construction management, or related disciplines.
Experience supporting Military Construction (MILCON) programs, including project planning, programming, and technical evaluations.
Strong knowledge of mechanical engineering principles, building systems, and facilities infrastructure requirements.
Experience reviewing engineering designs, construction plans, and proposed facility improvements for technical feasibility and operational effectiveness.
Experience developing and reviewing facilities planning documents, master plans, and infrastructure requirements.
Knowledge of facilities sustainment, restoration, modernization, and real property development processes.
Experience conducting facility assessments, developing cost estimates, and evaluating infrastructure improvement alternatives.
Experience preparing statements of work, technical reports, project justifications, and executive-level briefings.
Ability to coordinate complex planning and engineering initiatives across government agencies, contractors, and diverse stakeholder groups.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Experience using Microsoft Project for project scheduling, planning, and tracking.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, including the ability to evaluate complex engineering challenges and recommend actionable solutions.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with demonstrated experience engaging senior government leadership and diverse stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
Professional Engineer (PE) license.
Experience working with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers or Naval Facilities Engineering Command on federal construction and infrastructure projects.
Experience developing DD Form 1391 documentation and supporting major military construction project submissions.
Experience evaluating mechanical building systems, including HVAC, plumbing, and other critical facility infrastructure.
Experience supporting strategic facilities planning and modernization initiatives within the Intelligence Community or Department of Defense.

Responsibilities

Develop, review, and implement strategic facilities planning documents, including Basic Facilities Requirements, Facilities Operations Master Plans, Real Property Strategic Plans, Facilities Support Requirements, and Strategic Facility Master Plans.
Provide mechanical engineering expertise for long-term facilities planning, infrastructure modernization, and real property development initiatives.
Review proposed construction and renovation projects for technical feasibility, functional performance, proper sequencing, and alignment with engineering best practices.
Prepare statements of work in coordination with the Naval Facilities Engineering Command and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, establishing project requirements, cost expectations, and contractor deliverables.
Conduct facility assessments and asset evaluations to identify infrastructure deficiencies, evaluate mechanical systems, and develop facilities requirement plans.
Support Military Construction (MILCON) planning and project reviews, including evaluation of installation infrastructure, facility services, and supporting mechanical systems.
Participate in Facility Working Groups and Facility Engineering Review Boards to evaluate projects, assess technical requirements, and provide engineering recommendations.
Analyze facilities planning challenges involving infrastructure capabilities, building systems, space utilization, environmental constraints, and competing operational requirements.
Develop cost estimates, schedules, and resource requirements for facilities planning, engineering, design, and construction activities.
Support development of DD Form 1391 documentation, project justifications, and supporting materials for major construction initiatives.
Coordinate with government stakeholders, engineering organizations, and installation personnel to align facilities planning with mission requirements and infrastructure capabilities.
Review contractor deliverables, engineering designs, and technical documentation for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with requirements.
Prepare and deliver executive briefings, technical reports, budget documentation, project schedules, and engineering recommendations for senior leadership decision-making.
Identify opportunities to improve facilities planning processes, mechanical system performance, and long-term infrastructure investment strategies.