What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior HVAC Engineer position at R.W. Sullivan Engineering?
Job Summary:
The Senior HVAC Engineer will be responsible for all aspects of design and planning of projects; acts as Lead Engineer on projects; represents RWS in meetings; supervises team of designers and drafters; may act as Project Manager on selected projects.
Duties/Responsibilities:
• Lead HVAC Engineer on projects. Coordinating all aspects of the projects with the Project Manager and Team Leader
• Responsible for the design and production of heating, cooling, ventilation, and exhaust (HVAC) systems; including but not limited to attending meetings and site walk-throughs, performing site surveys, coordination with other disciplines/consultants, and preparation of narratives/reports, drawings, and specifications for all assigned projects
• Construction Administration duties including field visits and reports, RFI and submittals reviews, and issuance of bulletins
• All engineering aspects of the projects that they are assigned to
• All technical content of contract documents, including drawings, specs, report, etc.
• Reviewing conceptual design with the Team Leader and/or Technical Director Completion of projects/tasks to meet dates on the job list that they are assigned to
• Coordination with the project manager and other team members on all technical aspects of the project
• Ensuring HVAC work is within the scope of the proposal and on budget
• Ensuring QA/QC process is carried out per RWS standards and informing PM
• Completion of the QC checklist
Education and Experience:
• Minimum of 8 years HVAC design experience
• BSME or equivalent
Qualifications:
• Possess a strong technical background, and knowledge of HVAC systems and their applications for various commercial, institutional, medical, and public buildings such as healthcare, biotech, higher education, office, and large mixed-use residential buildings and hotels.
• Full knowledge and understanding of state building codes, energy codes and NFPA codes
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff and clients
• PE is preferred. Prior team leadership or management a plus
• Strong written and verbal communication skills