Manager, Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing- Multiple Positions/Multiple Locations

About the role

The Manager, Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) role oversees Property Services functions, including high-rise buildings with complex MEP systems. This role involves extensive scope covering all physical plant, HVAC, electrical, and domestic water systems for the campus.

Purpose and Scope: The Manager, MEP is responsible for directing Property Services functions, budget planning, resource allocation, and ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal codes and regulations. This role also involves collaborating with the Property Development and Planning Team for MEP-related capital projects, renovations, and system upgrades.

Responsibilities

• Manages and maintains the college's MEP systems
• Develops and implements a preventive and predictive maintenance program for MEP systems
• Works closely with maintenance teams to minimize downtime and equipment failures
• Utilizes Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) for tracking work orders, inspections, and asset life cycles
• Maintains energy consumption to improve efficiency and reduce costs
• Ensures compliance with Lone Star College's sustainability goals
• Ensures all MEP systems comply with local, state, and federal regulations, including OSHA, NFPA, NEC, ADA requirements
• Manages inspections, testing, and reporting for emergency power systems
• Manages water quality testing and legionella prevention programs
• Collaborates with Property Development and Planning Team for MEP-related capital projects, renovations, and system upgrades
• Works closely with architects, engineers, and contractors to ensure designs meet college standards and operational needs
• Manages commissioning and test and balance (TAB) processes for new installations and major system upgrades
• Manages service contracts with external vendors
• Serves as the MEP Lead for emergency situations, including power outages, HVAC failures, and plumbing emergencies
• Develops disaster recovery plans for MEP infrastructure and participates in campus-wide emergency planning
• Supervises and trains maintenance technicians and MEP specialists
• Counsels and mentors the facilities team to enhance their skills
• Provides updates and reports to senior leadership on system performance, risk assessments, and budgetary needs
• Ensures a customer service-oriented approach in responding to campus needs
• Stays current with emerging MEP technologies and recommends strategic investments in facility infrastructure

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and at least 3 years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Advanced technical knowledge of MEP systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, refrigeration, and pneumatic controls
• Strong understanding of computerized building operation systems and Building Automation Systems (BAS)
• Expertise in preventive and predictive maintenance strategies and asset lifecycle management
• Familiarity with CMMS platforms for tracking work orders, inspections, and performance metrics
• Comprehensive understanding of regulatory codes and standards including OSHA, NFPA, NEC, ADA, and water quality regulations
• Knowledge of commissioning, test and balance (TAB), and disaster recovery planning for MEP infrastructure
• Strong leadership and team development skills, including training, mentoring, and performance management
• Effective communication and reporting skills for engaging with senior leadership, faculty, and cross-functional teams
• Effective project management skills with the ability to oversee capital projects, renovations, and system upgrades
• Ability to lead emergency response efforts for MEP-related incidents and develop recovery protocols
• Ability to manage inspections, testing, and compliance documentation for critical systems
• Ability to work in high-rise and complex building environments with exposure to mechanical rooms, rooftops, and confined spaces
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite, database applications, and facility management software

Qualifications

• Previous supervisory experience
• Preferred: Certified Facility Manager (CFM) or Facilities Management Professional (FMP)
• Stationary Engineers License 3rd grade or above

Skills

• Advanced technical knowledge of MEP systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, refrigeration, and pneumatic controls
• Strong understanding of computerized building operation systems and Building Automation Systems (BAS)
• Expertise in preventive and predictive maintenance strategies and asset lifecycle management
• Familiarity with CMMS platforms for tracking work orders, inspections, and performance metrics
• Comprehensive understanding of regulatory codes and standards including OSHA, NFPA, NEC, ADA, and water quality regulations
• Knowledge of commissioning, test and balance (TAB), and disaster recovery planning for MEP infrastructure
• Strong leadership and team development skills, including training, mentoring, and performance management
• Effective communication and reporting skills for engaging with senior leadership, faculty, and cross-functional teams
• Effective project management skills with the ability to oversee capital projects, renovations, and system upgrades
• Ability to lead emergency response efforts for MEP-related incidents and develop recovery protocols
• Ability to manage inspections, testing, and compliance documentation for critical systems
• Ability to work in high-rise and complex building environments with exposure to mechanical rooms, rooftops, and confined spaces
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite, database applications, and facility management software

Benefits

Lone Star College offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, including a full range of paid holidays and vacation days, wellness programs, tuition waiver, professional development opportunities, and more.