SteerBridge

SteerBridge

Construction Manager – Mechanical Engineer (Plumbing) - Site Lead

Washington, DC · Contract

No sponsorship$140k-$150kDetected 6 days ago
BudgetingProcurementCustomer SupportMechanical DesignPatient CareLeadershipCommunicationMentoringMicrosoft OfficeConstruction Management

About the role

  • We don't simply hire exceptional talent; we cultivate it, creating meaningful career pathways for veterans, military spouses, and professionals who share our passion for advancing technology and strengthening the missions we serve.
  • We also provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable laws.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the Government's owner's representative for plumbing, HVAC, and mechanical building systems throughout all phases of assigned construction projects.
  • Provide engineering and construction management support during project planning, design review, procurement, construction, commissioning, and closeout activities.
  • Coordinate with VA staff, architects, engineers, contractors, commissioning agents, and other project stakeholders to resolve technical issues and maintain project progress.
  • Participate in project planning activities, including phasing reviews, site investigations, value engineering efforts, schedule reviews, budgeting support, and constructability assessments.
  • Support commissioning, testing, startup, system performance verification, owner training, and project closeout activities to ensure successful turnover of mechanical and plumbing systems.
  • Maintain accurate project documentation, inspection records, field reports, and as-built information in accordance with VA requirements.
  • Ensure all plumbing, HVAC, and associated mechanical systems comply with applicable VA design criteria, federal, state, and local codes, industry standards, and facility operational requirements.
  • In addition to serving as the Construction Manager - Mechanical Engineer (Plumbing), this position will also function as the designated Site Lead for the assigned project.
  • The Site Lead is expected to exercise sound judgment, demonstrate initiative and accountability, communicate significant project developments promptly, and serve as SteerBridge's trusted representative while promoting exceptional customer service and successful project delivery.
  • Minimum of six (6) years of progressively responsible experience in mechanical engineering with demonstrated expertise in plumbing systems, including both engineering design and construction.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and common construction management, scheduling, and document management software.
  • Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
  • The company provides required PPE

Nice to have

  • Current Professional Engineer (PE) license.
  • Experience with commissioning, quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC), constructability reviews, and project closeout activities.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, including preparation of technical reports, field observations, meeting minutes, and engineering recommendations.
  • Physical Requirements:
  • Must be physically capable of conducting routine inspections and site walks throughout active construction environments.
  • Ability to walk, stand, climb stairs and ladders (as applicable), and access various areas of construction sites for extended periods.
  • Ability to work in mechanical rooms, utility spaces, and other industrial or construction environments.
  • Must be able to safely navigate uneven terrain, confined work areas, and changing site conditions.

Skills

  • This is a full-time, onsite position.

Compensation

  • $140k-$150k

Benefits

  • Perform all duties with consideration for patient safety, infection control, continuity of healthcare operations, and the unique challenges associated with construction within an occupied medical facility.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of mechanical, plumbing, and HVAC systems applicable to commercial, institutional, or healthcare facilities.

Equal opportunity

  • SteerBridge is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
  • Equal Opportunity Employer.
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