Program Manager - Technical Services

Program Manager Opportunity

Build the future, spark innovation and align your career with purpose.

McKinstry is innovating the waste and climate harm out of the built environment and creating lasting impact. Together, we're building a thriving planet.

Buildings are a leading contributor to the climate crisis, generating nearly 40% of total global energy-related carbon emissions. We're making a lasting impact on our industry and within our communities by addressing the climate, affordability and equity crises through:

• Renewables and energy services
• Engineering and design
• Construction and facility services

To get where we're going, we need big thinkers, problem solvers and collaborative mindsets. Does that sound like you?

The opportunity with McKinstry:

We are currently seeking a Program Manager to join our team as a member of our growing Midwest Technical Services division. This position would play a key role in guiding and growing a dynamic team of building consultants. McKinstry has a unique perspective on the life of a building, and our Technical Services suite of owner-direct offerings helps our clients make good decisions that will improve the efficiency, comfort and lifespan of the building.

This person will be responsible for supporting projects in the MO region and across the Midwest. They would be counted on to partner with sales staff to develop, price, and present solutions to potential customers. Additionally, they would support project management and execution of several Technical Services service offerings, such as the following:

• Facility Condition Assessments
• Preventative Maintenance Planning
• Existing Building Commissioning (Re/Retro Cx)
• New Construction Commissioning
• Active Energy Management – Our Monitoring-Based Commissioning (MBCx) and Data Analytics program

In this role you will contribute to the Midwest region in three key areas:

Project Planning & Delivery

You will serve as a technical leader with a focus on some or all of the programs listed above. You will provide technical support and guidance on a wide variety of projects in the areas of facilities management, energy efficiency, and commissioning. Working alongside project managers, you will determine the project approach and staffing required to produce high quality deliverables. Serving as a direct project participant or in an oversight QA/QC role, you will drive excellence in project delivery to ensure customer satisfaction while maintaining financial targets.

Business Development Support

You will serve as a key point of contact for McKinstry's Business Development team for local sales pursuits. You will help develop customer solutions and act as a technical subject matter expert during client meetings. Your responsibilities will include pricing projects, reviewing proposals, managing scope and assumptions, and managing project risk.

Technical Leadership and Expertise

You will serve as a technical leader in facility operations and/or energy efficiency. You will be a go-to person for quality control and quality assurance for McKinstry projects. This role will include reviewing and optimizing our internal processes and tools to increase efficiency and quality of work.

Both through in-office conversations and in-field project work, you may have the opportunity to train junior engineers in technical concepts such as building operations, HVAC system design and operation, and identifying energy conservation measures. This position is likely to include people management responsibilities in the future.

What we would like to see from you:

• Engineering/STEM degree or equivalent work experience.
• 8+ years of relevant experience required.
• Highly proficient in facility operations and/or HVAC systems.
• Experience presenting to clients and key-decision makers.
• Ability to read and understand construction documents (drawings, specifications, controls, sequences, etc.).
• Proficient in communication/teaming/internal and external interactions.
• Experience working with Building Automation Systems preferred.
• Credentials in engineering or building management (PE, FMP, CFM, LEED AP, etc.) is preferred.

People come first at McKinstry, and we go beyond the basic benefits with:

• Family formation benefits, including adoption and IVF assistance
• Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave
• Transgender inclusive benefits
• Commuter benefits
• Pet insurance
• “Building Good” paid community service time
• Learning and advancement opportunities via McKinstry University
• McKinstry Moves onsite gyms or reimbursement for remote workers

See benefit plan documents for complete details.

The pay range for this position is $102,780 - $154,260 per year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Base pay information is based on market location. A bonus may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered.

The McKinstry group of companies are equal opportunity employers. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, race, color, creed, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to employment, advancement, assignment, and training. This commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity is made equally as a social responsibility and as an economic and business necessity.

McKinstry is a drug-free workplace. Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug and alcohol test, complying with the requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act and a Confidentiality Agreement, in addition to successful outcomes of background and reference checks.

Applicants for this role will only be considered if they possess current US Work Authorization, and do not require employer-sponsored VISA support to begin or remain in this role.