Director Energy & Engineering (Johns Hopkins Facilities & Real Estate) - #Staff

Overview

Reporting directly to the Senior Director for Facility Operations, the Director for Energy & Engineering (DEE) oversees the Homewood campus utility plants, engineering design efforts, and campus infrastructure in alignment with Johns Hopkins University (JHU) design guidelines and standards. The DEE leads energy procurement, carbon reduction planning, and energy-related sustainability initiatives to meet JHU’s Sustainability Goals. Collaboration across Design and Construction, Facilities Operations, Planning and Architecture, and the Office of Climate and Sustainability is essential to achieving the University’s design, operational, energy, and environmental goals.
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The DEE plays a critical role in advancing sustainability goals, including decarbonization, renewable energy procurement, energy efficiency, and resiliency. The role also guides the operation and maintenance of Homewood’s utility infrastructure, long-term utility investment planning, and engineering support for capital planning, design, and construction. Utility systems and infrastructure impact the University’s mission, energy use, occupant comfort, and operating costs.

The DEE manages a team of 15–20 professionals, including a Senior Facility Engineer, two Facility Engineers, an Energy Manager, an Energy Analyst, a Utilities Plant Manager, an Assistant Utilities Plant Manager, eight or more Stationary Engineers, and two Maintenance Mechanics.

General Summary

The Director represents Johns Hopkins Facilities & Real Estate (JHFRE) in engineering planning for design and renovation projects on the historic Homewood campus, with occasional oversight for Capital Projects on the East Baltimore campus, the Peabody campus, and Washington, D.C. The Director influences project planning to introduce sustainable concepts focused on decarbonization, energy efficiency, and reliable utility systems.

The Director oversees the Homewood campus utility plants to ensure reliable service, safe operations, and alignment with University goals. This includes three utility plants with an operating budget of approximately $12.5 million, managed by a Utilities Plant Manager, an Assistant Utilities Plant Manager, at least eight stationary engineers, and two mechanics. Responsibilities include operations, maintenance, and capital planning for plant production, control systems, and distribution for all campus utilities. The Director also manages $15.7 million in annual utilities expenditures for the Homewood Campus.

The Director serves as an in-house authority on planning and engineering solutions for Facility Operations and Design & Construction, ensuring designs conform to JHU standards and sustainability goals. Responsibilities include internal planning and design consultations, leadership for design consultant procurement, advisory participation in planning and design, review of external design/construction documents, construction oversight, and development of policies and standards. The Director will work closely with JHFRE/Design & Construction project managers.

The DEE collaborates with the Office of Climate and Sustainability to develop programs and goals for decarbonization and climate initiatives on the Homewood Campus. The Director leads design standards for energy-efficient and sustainable equipment, systems, and materials for construction projects and oversees the Homewood Campus Decarbonization Plan, including budgeting and implementation of projects to meet decarbonization goals. The role also oversees energy use and procurement strategies, including commissioning, capacity, energy reduction, and fuel/electric contracts.

Occasionally, the Director will undertake design and construction documentation and administration efforts using internal resources as appropriate.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop, publish, and ensure compliance with JHU design standards for new construction and renovation projects, coordinating with stakeholders to reflect durable, financially appropriate, and sound engineering practices.
• Analyze existing building systems to inform design recommendations, including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, utilities, and other infrastructure assets; engage outside consultants as needed.
• Develop, budget, prioritize, and track the 10-year, $89 million Utilities Infrastructure Program (UIP) to upgrade Homewood campus utility infrastructure and align with sustainability goals; continually update the UIP as budgets and priorities change.
• Budget, develop, and oversee the award and implementation of the Homewood Campus Decarbonization Plan; collaborate with Planning & Architecture and Design & Construction to implement projects to achieve decarbonization goals.
• Oversee the development and implementation of design standards and guidance for energy-efficient and sustainable equipment, systems, and materials across construction, renovation, or replacement projects.
• Oversee campus utility plant operations and infrastructure (approximate capacities: 12,000 Tons Chilled Water, 225,000 lb/hr Steam, 4.6 MW Electricity) and manage 3 campus utility plants; supervise related staff.
• Manage departmental personnel including Facility Engineers, Utilities Plant Managers, Energy Manager, and Energy Analyst.
• Provide direction to the Energy Manager to prioritize tasks and projects that improve building system functionality, energy efficiency, and carbon footprint reduction.
• Oversee the $15+ million utilities budget development process for annual energy and water costs for the Homewood Campus and nearby sites.
• Review consultants’ documents for design and construction projects to ensure conformance with JHU standards and project requirements.
• Interface with Planning & Architecture and Design & Construction to recommend durable, financially sustainable, and technically appropriate design solutions.
• Review construction progress for quality assurance and resolve discrepancies during construction.
• Collaborate with Planning & Architecture and Design & Construction to develop policy, process improvements, and deliverables standards in the design and construction process.
• Provide guidance to Sustainability and University stakeholders on utility and building infrastructure capital plan development and assets.
• Participate in system commissioning to verify startup and performance testing alignment with contract requirements.
• Contribute to strategic university initiatives, data gathering, analysis, and ad hoc efforts as assigned by the Senior Director of Facility Operations.
• Support the Sustainability Director in advancing the University’s climate initiatives by prioritizing projects and programs to reduce energy use and emissions on the Homewood Campus.

Scope of Responsibility

• Identify, develop, and implement strategic engineering planning initiatives within the Capital Plan context and evolving regulatory requirements.
• Oversee Utility Plant operations to ensure reliability, efficiency, and safety.
• Ensure proper staffing and maintenance for the Utility Plant.
• Guide campus and building engineering efforts in support of the Capital Plan.
• Develop and manage engineering standards, deliverables, and project management policies.
• Identify, develop, update, and implement the Utility Infrastructure Plan with prioritization and budgeting for projects.
• Oversee Sustainability goals and initiatives for the Homewood Campus, including the Homewood Decarbonization Plan.
• Develop procurement strategy for all of JHU’s energy requirements and oversee procurement, use, and payment of utilities for the Homewood Campus.
• Guide the University’s energy management objectives.

Decision Making

• Prepare information for senior leadership and trustees.
• Provide direction on engineering design, materials, systems, solutions, and standards to project managers, consultant teams, and university constituents.
• Operate with limited supervision, prioritizing complex, problem-solving operations.
• Prepare energy procurement recommendations to the Senior Director for Facility Operations.

Communication

• Communicate effectively with leadership, staff, peers, and vendors in both oral and written forms.
• Build alliances with a wide range of university constituents; maintain a collaborative, inclusive, mentoring leadership style.
• Ability to communicate graphically through sketching, drafting, and marking up drawings.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s and/or Master’s Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• Professional Engineer license in Maryland or a reciprocal state – preferred.
• LEED Accredited Professional – preferred.
• Certified Energy Manager – preferred.

Experience

• Ten years of experience in building and/or utility mechanical and electrical systems engineering and design; experience with multiple building types and construction delivery methods; capability with MS Office and AutoCAD; understanding of architectural and engineering drawings. Knowledge of BIM and graphics software is desirable.
• Additional education may substitute for experience as permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Collaborative, inclusive, and consensus-building leadership.
• Strong written and oral communication; ability to present complex material clearly.
• Strategic, analytical thinker with strong organizational skills.
• Commitment to the University mission and best practices in planning, design, and construction.
• Knowledge of HVAC, controls, plumbing, commissioning, and sustainable concepts.
• Familiarity with power, electrical, lighting, and low-voltage systems.
• Ability to develop accurate project cost budgets and cost impact reports; ability to build reports from spreadsheets and databases.
• Ability to produce timely, accurate deliverables; flexibility for last-minute changes.

Physical Requirements

• Sitting for extended periods; willingness to climb ladders and access construction sites.
• Ability to navigate confined spaces in mechanical, electrical, and utility rooms/tunnels.
• Reaching, dexterity (keyboard use), and normal vision.

Job Classification

• Salary commensurate with education and experience.

*This description is a general statement of required major duties and responsibilities performed on a regular and continuous basis. It does not exclude other duties as assigned.

Classified Title: Director Energy & Engineering

Role/Level/Range: L/04/LG

Starting Salary Range: $111,800 - $190,000 Annually (Commensurate w/exp.)

Employee group: Full Time

Schedule: Monday - Friday

FLSA Status: Exempt

Location: Hybrid/JH at Keswick

Department name: Engineering & Energy

Personnel area: University Administration

The listed salary range represents the minimum and maximum Johns Hopkins University offers for this position. Actual compensation will vary based on location, skills, and other factors. Not all candidates will qualify for the highest salary.

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