Chief Facilities Engineer - Gaithersburg, Maryland

M.C. Dean is Building Intelligence. We design, build, operate, and maintain cyber-physical solutions for the nation's most recognizable mission critical facilities, secure environments, complex infrastructure, and global enterprises. The company's capabilities include electrical, electronic security, telecommunications, life safety, automation and controls, audio visual, and IT systems. M.C. Dean is headquartered in Tysons, Virginia, and employs more than 5,800 professionals who engineer and deploy automated, secure, and resilient power and technology systems; and deliver the management platforms essential for long-term system sustainability.

Why join M.C. Dean? Our people are inspired by the way engineering and innovation enhance customer outcomes, improve lives, and change the world for the better. We are driven by our core values of agility, expertise, and trust.

We are seeking a seasoned Chief Facilities Engineer to oversee maintenance, repairs, and upgrades of our facilities, ensuring optimal functionality, safety, and compliance.

• Develop and implement comprehensive maintenance plans, budgets, and schedules.
• Supervise and mentor facilities engineering staff, promoting professional growth and development.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, industry standards, and internal policies.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify and prioritize facility needs, developing and implementing capital improvement projects.
• Implement sustainable practices and energy-efficient solutions, reducing environmental impact and operational costs.
• Conduct regular facility inspections, identifying and addressing potential issues before they become major problems.
• Develop and maintain relationships with customer, vendors, contractors, and external partners, ensuring high-quality services and competitive pricing.
• Analyze data, metrics, and industry trends, making informed decisions to optimize facility operations and performance.

• High school diploma with a minimum of 12+ years of experience in facilities engineering, maintenance, operations, or a related discipline; or a bachelor's degree with at least 7+ years of relevant experience.

• A minimum of 7+ years of experience in facilities operations with a recognized engineering certification (e.g., Stationary Engineer License, USCG Engineering License) may be substituted for a bachelor's degree.

• In-depth knowledge of facilities management, engineering practices, and applicable regulatory standards.

• Proven leadership capabilities with strong communication and project management skills.

• Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, effectively managing multiple priorities and deadlines.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with experience leveraging data and metrics to drive decision-making (preferred).

Qualifications:

• Familiarity with engineering systems including but not limited to power generation and distribution, chilled water systems, heat recovery systems, low- and high-pressure steam systems, hydraulics, pneumatic and electronic controls, as well as other critical infrastructure systems.

• Comfortability with all trade disciplines to include building controls, HVAC, electricity plumbing and other engineering trades.

• Experience with building management systems (BMS), and other facilities management tools.

• Familiarity with sustainability principles, energy-efficient technologies, and renewable energy systems.

• Ability to lead engineering technicians and other trade disciplines.

• Experience with specialty tools and processes to include but not limited to, hydrostatic testing, welding/brazing, ultrasonic testing, vibration analysis and machinery alignment procedures.

• Preferred experience with chemical lab processes to include chemical neutralizers and air scrubbers.

• Proven experience to handle complex problems with little down time or safety concerns.

We offer an excellent benefits package including:

• A competitive salary

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance

• Paid time off

• Tuition reimbursement

• 401k Retirement Plan

• Military Reserve pay offset

• Paid maternity leave

Abilities:

• Exposure to computer screens for an extended period of time.

• Sitting for extended periods of time.

• Reach by extending hands or arms in any direction.

• Have finger dexterity in order to manipulate objects with fingers rather than whole hands or arms, for example, using a keyboard.

• Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.

• Communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.

• Read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.

• Apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.

• Identify and understand the speech of another person.