Sr. MEP Project Engineer

The Vanguard Group; East Whiteland Township (PA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

The Vanguard Group seeks a Strategic Project Engineering Leader to oversee complex capital projects and infrastructure, driving OPRs, engineering standards, and critical design reviews. You will ensure owner requirements are integrated across the lifecycle and mentor project engineers and facilities staff.

Additionally, you will lead commissioning and retro-commissioning programs, support asset optimization, and guide sustainability efforts while coordinating with external providers in a hybrid

Qualifications

• Five+ years in related engineering, facilities, commissioning, or project management.
• Engineering degree required; advanced degree preferred.
• Strong knowledge of building systems, controls, commissioning, and facility operations.
• Experience with BAS, CMMS (Planon or similar), and data analytics tools.
• Commissioning certification required or ability to obtain within the first year; advanced certification preferred.
• LEED accreditation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as senior SME for complex capital projects and infrastructure initiatives; govern Engineering Owner's Project Requirements, standards, and best practices.
• Review Basis of Design documents, major project deliverables, and technical submittals for alignment with requirements.
• Lead project gate reviews, risk assessments, and critical decision-making processes.
• Lead commissioning and retro-commissioning programs with Facilities Operations and IFM teams.
• Provide technical leadership to project engineers, facilities teams, and stakeholders.
• Support lifecycle planning, asset performance optimization, and capital investment decisions.
• Mentor and manage contractors, consultants, and service providers.

Skills

Project leadership

Stakeholder management

Data analytics

Building systems knowledge

Commissioning

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Engineering degree

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

BAS

CMMS (Planon)

Data analytics tools

Job description

Responsibilities

Strategic Project Engineering Leadership – 50% Serves as the senior engineering SME for complex capital projects and infrastructure initiatives. Develops and governs Engineering Owner's Project Requirements (OPR), engineering standards, and technical best practices. Reviews and approves Basis of Design (BOD) documents, major project deliverables, and technical submittals to ensure alignment with operational, reliability, and business requirements. Leads engineering participation in project gate reviews, risk assessments, and critical decision-making processes. Ensures owner requirements are integrated throughout the project lifecycle and leads project turnover planning and operational readiness activities. Provides technical leadership, guidance, and mentoring to project engineers, facilities teams, and project stakeholders. Commissioning Program Leadership – 25% Leads and governs commissioning and retro-commissioning programs in partnership with Facilities Operations and IFM teams. Develops commissioning standards, Owner's requirements, and performance expectations for major projects. Oversees third-party commissioning providers and resolves complex technical issues impacting project delivery and system performance. Identifies opportunities to improve building reliability, efficiency, and lifecycle performance through continuous commissioning initiatives. Facility Operations Support – 15% Serves as a senior technical resource for Facilities Operations and asset management teams. Analyzes data from BAS, CMMS, and other building systems to identify operational risks and improvement opportunities. Supports lifecycle planning, asset performance optimization, and capital investment decisions. Provides technical oversight for contractors, consultants, and service providers. Sustainability & Energy Management – 10% Leads engineering support for LEED-certified projects and sustainability initiatives. Identifies and evaluates energy-saving opportunities and operational efficiency improvements. Supports sustainability certifications, reporting efforts, and long-term environmental objectives. Advises stakeholders on industry best practices and emerging technologies.

Qualifications

Minimum of five years of related engineering, facilities, commissioning, or project management experience, including experience leading complex projects and cross-functional initiatives. Undergraduate degree in Engineering or equivalent combination of training and experience required; advanced degree preferred. Strong knowledge of building systems, controls, commissioning processes, and facility operations. Experience with BAS, CMMS (Planon or similar), and data analytics tools. Demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders, manage technical risk, and drive project outcomes. Commissioning certification required or ability to obtain within the first year; advanced certification preferred. LEED accreditation preferred. Experience managing consultants, contractors, and third-party service providers.

Special Factors Sponsorship

Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.

About Vanguard

At Vanguard, we don't just have a mission—we're on a mission. To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients' lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.

How We Work

Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience. Vanguard, one of the world's leading investment management companies, serves individual investors, institutions, employer-sponsored retirement plans, and financial professionals. We have a diverse and talented crew with a culture that promotes teamwork, along with an unwavering focus on serving our clients' best interests.