Critical Environments Manager

Overview

Oversee reliability, safety, and uptime of critical lab MEP systems.

Key Responsibilities

• capacity planning
• mep systems
• disaster recovery
• systems reliability
• change management
• performance reporting

Tasks

-Participate in capacity planning and provide technical input for infrastructure upgrades, lab expansions, and new construction projects. -Serve as the subject matter expert on the lab's critical MEP infrastructure, understanding how systems are interconnected and their potential impact on one another. -Develop, implement, and maintain disaster recovery and business continuity plans for critical facility operations. -Ensure the 24/7 reliability and operation of all building systems supporting labs, including but not limited to: HVAC (AHUs, CRACs, Chillers), Electrical (UPS, PDUs, Generators), and Plumbing/Water systems (RODI, Process Cooling, Sump Pumps). -Assist in the development and management of the operational and capital budgets for the lab facilities portfolio. -Oversee the activities of contractors working within the building to ensure they are knowledgeable of the building's critical functions and adhere to all safety and operational standards. -Ensure all lab utility infrastructure complies with local, state, and federal laws and regulations. -Maintain accurate records of all maintenance activities, engineering logs, MOPs, and system performance data. -Identify and implement improvements to enhance operational efficiency, reduce costs, and improve system reliability. -Lead root cause analysis (RCA) investigations for all facility-related incidents and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence. -Maintain a comprehensive understanding of system capacity, load, and redundancy to ensure the continuous operation of lab equipment. -Manage the site's change management control process for all planned maintenance, ensuring proper scheduling and communication to reduce operational impact. -Prepare and present regular reports on system performance, vendor activities, incidents, and key performance indicators (KPIs) to leadership. -Supervise and direct all preventative and corrective maintenance performed by equipment vendors on critical lab support systems. -Develop, review, and approve all Method of Procedures (MOPs) for work on critical systems to ensure risk is minimized.

Requirements

• cmms
• bms
• cfm
• hvac
• leadership
• bachelor's

What You Bring

-Experience managing operational and capital budgets. -Education: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field; equivalent professional experience will be considered. -Familiarity with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS). -Professional certifications such as Certified Facilities Manager (CFM), Certified Data Center Professional (CDCP), or similar. -Technical Knowledge: In-depth, system-level knowledge of critical MEP systems including UPS, generators, power distribution, HVAC (chillers, cooling towers, AHUs), and fire/life safety systems. -Experience: 7-10 years of experience in critical facilities operations and management, preferably in laboratory, cleanroom, pharmaceutical, or semiconductor manufacturing environments. -Experience with Building Management Systems (BMS) or Building Automation Systems (BAS). -Vendor Management: Proven experience managing vendor relationships, contracts, and on-site performance. -Knowledge of lab-specific utility systems such as Reverse Osmosis Deionized (RODI) Water, Clean Dry Air (CDA), Process Exhaust, and Gas/Chemical monitoring systems. -Process Management: Strong understanding of and experience with change management controls, MOPs, SOPs, and risk mitigation in a critical environment. -Skills: Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills with a proven record of providing excellent customer service.

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