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Central Energy Plant Manager

System One
Tacoma, WA Other
POSTED ON 5/30/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/27/2026

Job Title: Central Energy Plant Manager
Location: Tacoma, WA
Type: Direct Hire
Compensation: $95,000.00 - $141,000.00
Contractor Work Model: Onsite – onsite

Overview

The Asset Manager III will be responsible to work with a set of company customers to review energy usage and strategies in order to implement the best practices. This will include directly managing the O&M of the CEP for the campus and working with and mentoring the owner's staff on the O&M and energy usage of multiple facilities as part of a greater campus effort.t

Responsibilities

  • Work with company customers to review energy usage and strategies, implementing best practices.
  • Manage the O&M of the Central Energy Plant (CEP) for the campus.
  • Mentor the owner's staff on O&M and energy usage across multiple facilities as part of a campus-wide effort.
  • Review energy consumption daily and provide guidance, modifications, and improvements to current operations.
  • Oversee the operation and maintenance of the CEP, including subcontractors, operators, and internal service providers.
  • Manage Maintenance Reserve Accounts for the CEP.
  • Ensure plant efficiency by collaborating with operators and conducting ongoing training of Plant Operators.
  • Develop and maintain the Plant Operating Manual.
  • Assist the EPC team with coordinating engineering, procurement, and construction activities related to OMC operations.
  • Coordinate troubleshooting and diagnostics on-site with remote support teams.
  • Manage one or multiple teams, including Asset Managers and other staff.

Requirements

  • 4 years of experience managing multiple sites or teams, or managing a single site of similar complexity.
  • Experience in central plant or facility management, or mechanical construction with a large subcontractor or MEP design consultant.
  • Well versed in building codes and associated standards.
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills.
  • Detail-oriented with the ability to handle multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
  • Knowledge of industry standards and competitors.
  • Ability to multitask and adapt as needed.
  • 4-year Mechanical Engineering degree (ABET Accredited Program); PE preferred or FE working towards PE.
  • Willingness to travel 10-25% to job sites or office locations.
  • Physical ability to climb stairs, ladders, and scaffolding; move objects up to 50 pounds.
  • Ability to work in noisy and quiet environments; remaining stationary for prolonged periods.

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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