Central Energy Plant Manager

System One, Inc.; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

System One seeks an Asset Manager III to lead the Central Energy Plant (CEP) operations for a campus of facilities in Cincinnati. You will review energy usage with clients and implement best practices across the CEP, guiding O&M and staff on energy strategies.

Responsibilities include daily energy review, coordinating with EPC teams, mentoring owner staff, and ensuring efficient CEP operation across multiple sites with training and oversight of contractors.

Qualifications

• 4+ years managing multiple sites or similar central plant/MEP leadership.
• Knowledge of building codes and standards.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to multitask in fast-paced environments.
• Willingness to travel 10–25%.

Responsibilities

• Oversee CEP O&M for campus facilities and mentor owner's staff.
• Review energy usage daily; advise on best practices and operational changes.
• Coordinate with EPC teams for engineering, procurement and construction activities.
• Direct on-site troubleshooting with teams and maintain Plant Operating Manual.
• Manage multiple teams of Asset Managers and subcontractors.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder comms

Energy management

Leadership

Detail oriented

Education

ABET Mechanical Eng degree

Job description

Job Title: Central Energy Plant Manager
Location: Cincinnati, Ohio
Type: Direct Hire
Compensation: $120,000 - $150,000
Work Model: Onsite

Overview

The Asset Manager III will be responsible to work with a set of company customers to review energy usage and strategies in order to implement the best practices. This will include directly managing the O&M of the CEP for the campus and working with and mentoring the owner's staff on the O & M and energy usage of multiple facilities as part of a greater campus effort.

Responsibilities

• Work with company customers to review energy usage and strategies to implement best practices.
• Manage the O&M of the Central Energy Plant (CEP) for the campus and mentor the owner's staff on O&M and energy usage across multiple facilities.
• Review energy usage daily, providing guidance, best practices, and operational modifications.
• Mentor the owner on energy strategies.
• Oversee the operation and maintenance of the CEP, including subcontractors, operators, and internal service providers.
• Manage Maintenance Reserve Accounts for the CEP.
• Ensure the plant operates efficiently by working with operators and performing ongoing training.
• Develop and maintain the Plant Operating Manual.
• Assist the EPC team with coordination of engineering, procurement, and construction activities related to OMC operations.
• Coordinate on-site troubleshooting and diagnostics with remote support teams.
• Manage a team or multiple teams of Asset Managers.

Requirements

• 4+ years of experience managing multiple sites, or in a similar management role in a central plant or facility, or mechanical construction with a large mechanical subcontractor or MEP design consultant.
• Well-versed in building codes and standards.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to handle multiple ongoing projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Industry knowledge and awareness of competitors.
• Ability to multitask and perform duties outside scope when necessary.
• 4-year Mechanical Engineering degree (ABET Accredited).
• PE preferred or FE and working towards PE.
• Travel requirements: 10-25%.
• Physical activities include climbing stairs, ladders, scaffolding, and moving objects up to 50 pounds.
• Environmental conditions include noisy and quiet environments.

System One, and its subsidiaries including Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan. System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.