Job Description

About Chinook:

Chinook Systems, Inc. is a leader in delivering lifecycle energy security solutions to mission critical government and commercial facility Owners. We specialize in the engineering, construction, commissioning, and operations of intelligent, cyber secure, code compliant, and energy efficient building systems. Our solutions save millions of dollars in utility costs, reduce harmful emissions to the environment, and mitigate cyber‐attacks on facilities. Chinook provides motivated employees with the opportunity to advance in a fast‐growing, innovative, entrepreneurial, and collaborative work environment.

The Work:

As a Senior Construction Project Manager, you will spearhead Chinook's strategic growth and make a mark in the dynamic world of government contracts. Build an elite Tiger Team, a group equipped with top-notch credentials, certifications, skills, experience, and competencies to not only secure important government contracts but also excel in the initial fulfillment of project requirements. In this role you will propel business across all of Chinook's range of services – and would impact – 1) Strategic Prowess, 2) Elite Team Formation, 3) Global Reach, 4) Business Growth, and 5) Professional Development.

This position is REMOTE, but you must be able to travel to client sites up to 100% of the time. The majority of our clients are in the Eastern Time Zone of the United States, especially in the Mid-Atlantic Region.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage building systems projects from inception to completion. This includes Operations and Maintenance, Commissioning, Facility Optimization, Design Build, Turnkey Upgrades, Building Controls, and Systems integration type scopes varying in size and complexity.
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients, ensuring effective communication and understanding of project requirements, status, and schedule.
• Oversee project teams, providing guidance and support to ensure successful project delivery.
• Deploy as required to set up and/or execute projects, then travel as required once the project is staffed locally.
• Travel for deployments with onsite durations that align with the scope and complexity of the project, including both domestic and international locations. The max deployment duration is estimated to be one year or less – with most deployments being much less than the maximum. Longer-term deployments may include rotational breaks.
• Work remotely and coordinate with project teams dispersed across various locations.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with clients.
• Communicate project status, milestones, and updates to clients in a clear and concise manner.
• Address client concerns and identify opportunities for additional services. Leverage the full breadth of Chinook services to maximize value add to the customer.
• Manage subcontractors and vendors to ensure they safely meet project deliverables and quality standards.
• Demonstrate strong leadership skills by guiding and motivating teams to success.
• Disseminate information both in writing and verbally, explaining complex technical information clearly to engineers, contractors, and facility/owner staff across all communication platforms.
• Negotiate contracts and agreements with subcontractors.
• Monitor subcontractor performance and address issues promptly.
• Possess functional technical and/or operational understanding of commercial facilities systems such as lighting, HVAC, building control systems, power distribution, generation, power monitoring and controls, UPS, and emergency power.
• Understand and interpret technical specifications, drawings, and performance work statements.
• Collaborate with technical and functional teams to ensure project designs and scopes align with client requirements.
• Develop project plans, schedules, and budgets.
• Monitor project progress, identify potential risks, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Ensure projects are completed within scope, on time, and within budget.
• Track project expenses and revenue to ensure profitability.
• Prepare and submit accurate and timely invoices to clients.
• Monitor and manage project financials throughout the project lifecycle.
• Foster a collaborative and positive team environment.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including Accounting/Contracts/Finance, Design-Build, Facility Optimization, Building Automation, Operations and Maintenance, Security and Resilience, and Facility Support Services teams.
• Perform other duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must have a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or similar and at least 10 years of directly related experience.
• Must have at least 6 years of experience managing people.
• Requires experience with MEP project management, field engineering, service manager, senior commissioning, or similar roles.
• Must have proven experience in project management within the building systems industry.
• Requires proficiency in project management software.
• Must be willing to adapt to changing project requirements and travel schedules.

Citizenship/Clearance Requirements:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen and be able to obtain and maintain up to a Top Secret clearance due to our customer requirements and the nature of the work that we do.

Preferred Qualifications:

• An Active Secret or higher Security Clearance.

Physical Considerations:

• Must be able to walk construction sites with uneven surfaces, carry up to 25 lbs., climb stairs and ladders, and work both indoors and outdoors in severe weather conditions, in confined spaces, and in dust generating environments.
• Must be able to maintain spatial awareness and comply with safety standards while working near mechanical and electrical building equipment and systems.
• Must be able to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) where required.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Chinook Systems Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate against anyone because of their differences, such as age, disability, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity and expression, or sexual orientation.

Chinook is committed to providing veteran employment opportunities to our service men and women.

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