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Vanderbilt University Medical Center Mechanical Engineer (ONSITE ROLE) in Nashville, Tennessee
Discover Vanderbilt University Medical Center: Located in Nashville, Tennessee, and operating at a global crossroads of teaching, discovery, and patient care, VUMC is a community of diverse individuals who come to work each day with the simple aim of changing the world. It is a place where your expertise will be valued, your knowledge expanded, and your abilities challenged. Vanderbilt Health recognizes that diversity is essential for excellence and innovation. We are committed to an inclusive environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and where your diversity of culture, thinking, learning, and leading is sought and celebrated. It is a place where employees know they are part of something that is bigger than themselves, take exceptional pride in their work and never settle for what was good enough yesterday. Vanderbilt’s mission is to advance health and wellness through preeminent programs in patient care, education, and research.
Organization:
Planning, Design & Construction
Job Summary:
JOB SUMMARY
Manage multiple projects and possess the ability to work in a team environment. Responsibilities include coordinating the planning, design and construction processes of MP&E/FP systems, maintaining quality control while minimizing project costs and maximizing energy efficiency within the facility and the ability to perform both conceptual and tangible design of the MP&E/FP systems.
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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Master Planning (10%)
• Assist in development and maintenance of master development plans for VMC mechanical infrastructure to meet projected Medical Center growth.
• Forecast needs and develop specific plans to accommodate new technologies and integrate new buildings into the campus systems.
• Project Design: (20%)
• Review mechanical, plumbing, fire protection and medical gas documents from the conceptual stage through construction documents.
• Review shop drawings.
• Evaluate design of Mechanical, Plumbing and Fire Protection (M/P/FP) systems as appropriate based on type, first cost, operating and maintenance cost and energy management cost.
• Evaluate and develop design concepts and direct consultants in the design criteria of mechanical systems.
• Project Management: (30%)
• Observe construction progress and quality of construction craftsmanship.
• Evaluate value-engineering and cost reduction proposals and make decisions regarding the work.
• Review contractor/consultant pay applications.
• Assist project manager in development of project budgets.
• Serve as project manager on specialized M/P/FP projects
• Prepare capital budgets for recommended M/P/FP projects for system additions or retrofits that improve operating efficiency and/or conserve energy.
• Prepare all documents and information to process budget approval.
• Coordinate different contractors work or different contracts involving one mechanical system or space.
• Plant Services Coordination: (10%)
• Be an advocate for Plant Services.
• Provide design assistance to Plant Services to upgrade/maintain existing facility systems.
• Coordinate utilities between all projects and plan for future expansions.
• Standards Development and Quality Control: (20%)
• Maintain and improve facility design and construction standards to preserve systems quality while minimizing cost
• Research and evaluate new products and systems in the M/P/FP industry, and determine where and if they can be applied within healthcare and/or research facilities.
• Evaluate and assist in selection of M/P/FP contractors based on their work quality, performance and experience.
• Management of Commissioning Process: (10%)
• Request and procure proposals and conduct interviews for commissioning of M/P/FP systems.
• Manage the commissioning activities within projects.
• Maintain standards related to commissioning requirements.
Our professional administrative functions include critical supporting roles in information technology and informatics, finance, administration, legal and community affairs, human resources, communications and marketing, development, facilities, and many more.
At our growing health system, we support each other and encourage excellence among all who are part of our workforce. High-achieving employees stay at Vanderbilt Health for professional growth, appreciation of benefits, and a sense of community and purpose.
Core Accountabilities:
Organizational Impact: Independently delivers on objectives with understanding of how they impact the results of own area/team and other related teams. Problem Solving/ Complexity of work: Utilizes multiple sources of data to analyze and resolve complex problems; may take a new perspective on existing solution. Breadth of Knowledge: Has advanced knowledge within a professional area and basic knowledge across related areas. Team Interaction: Acts as a "go-to" resource for colleagues with less experience; may lead small project teams.
Core Capabilities :
Supporting Colleagues: - Develops Self and Others: Invests time, energy, and enthusiasm in developing self/others to help improve performance e and gain knowledge in new areas. - Builds and Maintains Relationships: Maintains regular contact with key colleagues and stakeholders using formal and informal opportunities to expand and strengthen relationships. - Communicates Effectively: Recognizes group interactions and modifies one's own communication style to suit different situations and audiences. Delivering Excellent Services: - Serves Others with Compassion: Seeks to understand current and future needs of relevant stakeholders and customizes services to better address them. - Solves Complex Problems: Approaches problems from different angles; Identifies new possibilities to interpret opportunities and develop concrete solutions. - Offers Meaningful Advice and Support: Provides ongoing support and coaching in a constructive manner to increase employees' effectiveness. Ensuring High Quality: - Performs Excellent Work: Engages regularly in formal and informal dialogue about quality; directly addresses quality issues promptly. - Ensures Continuous Improvement: Applies various learning experiences by looking beyond symptoms to uncover underlying causes of problems and identifies ways to resolve them. - Fulfills Safety and Regulatory Requirements: Understands all aspects of providing a safe environment and performs routine safety checks to prevent safety hazards from occurring. Managing Resources Effectively: - Demonstrates Accountability: Demonstrates a sense of ownership, focusing on and driving critical issues to closure. - Stewards Organizational Resources: Applies understanding of the departmental work to effectively manage resources for a department/area. - Makes Data Driven Decisions: Demonstrates strong understanding of the information or data to identify and elevate opportunities. Fostering Innovation: - Generates New Ideas: Proactively identifies new ideas/opportunities from multiple sources or methods to improve processes beyond conventional approaches. - Applies Technology: Demonstrates an enthusiasm for learning new technologies, tools, and procedures to address short-term challenges. - Adapts to Change: Views difficult situations and/or problems as opportunities for improvement; actively embraces change instead of emphasizing negative elements.
Position Qualifications:
Responsibilities:
Certifications:
LIC-Professional Engineer - Licensure-Others
Work Experience:
Relevant Work Experience
Experience Level:
7 years
Education:
Bachelor's
Vanderbilt Health recognizes that diversity is essential for excellence and innovation. We are committed to an inclusive environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and to the principles of equal opportunity and affirmative action. EOE/AA/Women/Minority/Vets/Disabled