Mission-Critical Utilities Manager

SOSi; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

SOSi invites applications for an experienced Utilities Manager to lead operation, maintenance, and readiness of critical utility systems supporting federal public health emergency missions.

The role covers electrical, water, HVAC, and backup power across SOSi facilities and deployable assets, ensuring safe, resilient, and mission-ready infrastructure with strong coordination with contractors and government partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical, or civil engineering.
• 7 years experience in utilities management, facility engineering, industrial maintenance, or related fields.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems, HVAC, plumbing, and backup power systems.
• Ability to manage complex utility environments across multiple facilities.
• Experience coordinating with contractors, vendors, and government partners.
• Strong problem‑solving, communication, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Utility Systems Management: Oversees operation, maintenance, and repair of facility utility systems (electrical, water, HVAC, plumbing, backup power).
• Emergency Response Support: Maintains readiness of utility systems for surge operations and deployable infrastructure.
• Infrastructure Reliability & Resilience: Inspects, tests, and improves utility systems; maintains compliance documentation.
• Subcontractor & Vendor Coordination: Manages service providers, WO requests, and contractor performance.
• Safety & Compliance: Ensures compliance with regulations; implements safety protocols and hazard mitigation.
• Planning & Administration: Develops utility plans, maintenance schedules, budgets, and status reports.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Organizational skills

Contractor coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical, or civil engineering

Tools

CEM

FMP

Journeyman Electrician

Job description

SOSi invites applications for an experienced Utilities Manager to lead operation, maintenance, and readiness of critical utility systems supporting federal public health emergency missions.

The role covers electrical, water, HVAC, and backup power across SOSi facilities and deployable assets, ensuring safe, resilient, and mission-ready infrastructure with strong coordination with contractors and government partners.