HVAC Lead

Summary

DPS Group is seeking a talented HVAC Lead to support our client. Successful candidates will act as the Primary HVAC interface during the project and deliver a high-end facility with respect to the HVAC scope, in line with industry best practices, within budget and schedule, without compromising safety.

Responsibilities

• Encourage and develop conduct with respect to safety, wherein demonstration is key.
• Initiate and maintain an open relationship with the engineering teams and the wider client team to ensure successful project delivery.
• Ensure Service providers deliver HVAC scope in line with client expectations, including the application of standards and guidelines.
• Manage and approve HVAC deliverables.
• Draw from experience in relation to design and engineering solutions required to provide a world class design and construction installation.
• Ensure that information fed into the design from vendors is correctly utilized.
• Ensure that the facility is designed with both Operations and Maintenance functions in mind.
• Verify that HVAC design input to the 3D model is provided in sufficient detail to allow the contractor to build the facility with minimum change required.
• Attend & contribute to all HVAC reviews (incl. 3D Model) with service providers
• With the Project Quality Lead, ensure that the appropriate Quality standards are applied for the Engineering phase of the project, consistent with best practice and internal Quality Standards and expectations.
• Maintain strong interface with Electrical / Instruments and Mechanical / Piping leads to ensure smooth and co-operative co-ordination through design and construction.
• Support the Equipment FAT Planning & Execution phase of the project.
• FAT attendance and co-ordination.
• Ensure that adequate resources are applied, within the cost constraints of the project, to achieve the project goals.
• Review and monitor all HVAC construction queries to service providers and ensure that responses to subcontractors are accurate and timely.
• Feed accurate and relevant data into all HVAC subcontractor packages.
• For the Building Management System, support the generation, review and approval of the Automation Functional Requirements Specifications (Sequence of Operations), as well as Automation FAT testing.
• Adjust day-to-day role requirements depending on the immediate demands and requirements set down by the project as a whole.
• Support the transfer of knowledge from design to construction
• Escalate issues to the Engineering Design Lead, as required and necessary to avoid impacting upon project KPIs.
• Provide HVAC support to the CQV phase of the project including leadership of the HVAC CQV team effort (e.g. Testing & Balancing etc.), providing the necessary support for the CQV system owners.

Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in related field.
• 5+ years of Life Science Industry experience
• 7+ years of HVAC Engineering experience
• Strong ability to deliver a high-end facility with respect to the HVAC scope, in line with industry best practices, within budget and schedule, without compromising safety.
• Ability to provide legal US work authorization documents required. Will consider US domestic travelers and relocation.

Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in related field.
• 3+ years of Life Science Industry experience
• 7+ years of Electrical Engineering experience
• Strong ability to deliver a high-end facility with respect to the E&I scope, in line with industry best practices, within budget and schedule, without compromising safety.
• Experience in Electrical, Plant Utility systems design and layout for: Electrical, Standby, Emergency and UPS Power Systems, System Grounding and Lightning Protection, Low Voltage Distribution System and Lighting.
• Experience working underground electric distribution and medium-voltage substations
• Experience in master planning, design, installation, and operation of central utility systems
• Experience in Electrical Power Studies, Voltage Drop, Over Current Device Coordination Studies, Arc Flash Hazard knowledge.
• Experience and understanding of all applicable electrical and energy codes, i.e. NFPA70E, NEC, NEMA, IEEE, UL, LEED, etc.
• Ability to provide legal US work authorization documents required. Will consider US domestic travelers and relocation.

Additional Skills Required:

In order to perform a client assignment for DPS successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty to high technical standard. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

· Continuous Learning –Assesses own strengths and weaknesses. Pursues training and development opportunities. Seeks feedback to improve performance. Shares expertise with others. Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills.

· Culture - Supports a culture of excellence. Contributes to a collaborative environment that rewards teamwork, mentorship, best-in-practice development, and pride in workmanship.

· Customer Services – Displays courtesy and sensitivity. Manages difficult or emotional customer situations. Meets commitments. Responds promptly to customer needs. Solicits customer feedback to improve service.

· Planning and Organizing – Prioritizes and Plans work activities. Uses time efficiently. Plans for additional resources. Integrates changes smoothly, Sets goals and objectives. Works in an organized manner.

· Teamwork – Balances team and individual responsibilities. Contributes to building a positive team spirit. Exhibits objectivity and openness to others’ views. Gives and welcomes feedback. Puts success of team above own interests.

· Use of Technology – Demonstrates required skills. Adapts to new technologies. Keeps technical skills up to date. Troubleshoots technological problems. Uses technology to increase productivity.

· Language Ability - Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Write routine reports and correspondence. Speak effectively before groups of customers or employees.

· Mathematical Ability - Work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.

· Reasoning Ability - Apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

The Company

DPS Group is a global EPCMV firm offering full-service solutions within the Life Sciences (pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical technology) and Advanced Technology (semiconductor, data center, and solar) industries. DPS is dedicated to delivering successful projects with a ‘client-first’ mentality and personal touch across a range of market sectors: Project and Program Management, Procurement, Design, Construction Management, Health and Safety Management, Commissioning, Qualification, and Start-up.

DPS Engineering Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. DPS does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of: race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by country, regional or local law.