Senior Manager of Electrical Engineering at University of Pittsburgh in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Job Description:

The University of Pittsburgh is seeking a Senior Manager of Electrical Engineering. (hereinafter referred to as "Senior Manager"), acts as the senior electrical engineer for the Facilities Management Division, overseeing electrical engineering design services for all major and minor new construction and building renovation and addition projects as well as engineering support services for operations and maintenance on the University's Pittsburgh and Regional Campuses. The Senior Manager supervises and manages all professional electrical engineering personnel. The Senior Manager reports to the Director of Engineering and may be required to directly manage complex projects as assigned by the Assistant Vice Chancellor from time to time. The Senior Manager, working in collaboration with FM's Operations, and Planning, Design, and Construction professionals, is responsible for the development and management of electrical engineering design standards for the Facilities Management Professional Design Manual. Further, through oversight of a thorough design review process, the Senior Manager shall ensure that all project designs and installations are in compliance with the established standards. In addition, the position will have input and oversight for energy conservation activities including project planning and operational activities related to the reduction of energy consumption at the Oakland and Regional campuses. Responsible for the operational and planning oversight of all campus electrical utility systems including 5 kV and low voltage service entrance distribution. Working in collaboration with FM Planning, Administration, and Operations personnel, the Senior Manager plans and develops annual and long-range capital plans for electrical systems to ensure responsible stewardship of campus systems and utility infrastructure. Projects shall be identified, estimated for probable cost, and prioritized in order to most appropriately allocate University resources, taking into consideration factors such as current condition, reliability, age of equipment, and energy consumption. The Senior Manager is expected to conduct all responsibilities with the highest degree of professionalism. The incumbent must demonstrate strong project and personnel management skills in order to effectively direct teams to achieve project goals and objectives. Exceptional verbal and written communication skills are required in order to effectively communicate with Facilities Management personnel and all levels within the University and external communities.Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited School of Engineering. Master's degree in Engineering, Business, or related field preferred. 10 years experience in engineering project management for large, institutional projects. 5 years experience in the supervision of professionals, preferably in an institutional setting. Professional registration in Pennsylvania required (or ability to obtain within 6 months). Experience in large scale project management in an institutional setting preferred. LEED Accredited Professional (LEED AP) Certification preferred, Certified Energy Manager Certification preferred.