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Facilities & Utilities Technical Specialist
Columbus, OHUltimate Solutions is seeking a Facilities & Utilities Technical Specialist with strong experience in Facility & Utility systems to support the design and construction of a packaging, warehouse, and administrative facility. The role ensures that facility and utility systems meet functional, regulatory, and operational requirements, while maintaining architectural integrity and efficiency. This individual will serve as a technical liaison between architectural, engineering, and construction teams from design through commissioning.
Key Responsibilities
Coordination and Integration of Design
Verify field execution of integrated systems, including:
Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Coordination and Integration of Design
- Perform clash detection to resolve conflicts between structural, architectural, and MEP systems.
- Ensure integration of architectural elements with MEP components (e.g., HVAC, fire alarms, lighting).
- Review and maintain design documentation aligned with project updates and schedules.
- Verify field implementation of openings, mechanical rooms, and utility pathways per coordinated drawings.
- Address real-time field deviations and provide solutions to maintain design intent.
- Assess architectural impact of utilities and equipment installations (penetrations, fireproofing, ceilings).
- Serve as technical liaison to resolve conflicts between aesthetics and functional system requirements.
- Oversee material coordination for integration of finishes with fixtures (e.g., lighting, HVAC diffusers).
- Support start-up, commissioning, and integration testing for MEP systems within architectural elements.
- Validate compliance of fire-rated assemblies, enclosures, and access systems.
- Assist with final turnover, including punch-listing issues impacting architectural elements.
- Provide technical clarifications during construction for Facility and MEP-related queries.
- Maintain on-site presence to monitor installations and prevent costly rework.
- Participate in construction meetings and troubleshoot design-related issues.
Verify field execution of integrated systems, including:
- Electrical and Lighting
- Chilled Water / Glycol Piping
- Utility Routing in Occupied Spaces
- Cleanroom Walls & Ceiling Systems
- Building Envelope Penetrations
- Support RFIs, submittals, inspections, and turnover documentation for architectural scope.
- Oversee mechanical completion and walkdowns with architectural sign-off.
- Manage redline drawings and final turnover packages for accuracy.
- Proven experience in facility & utility systems coordination with architectural and MEP integration.
- Strong knowledge of MEP and architectural code requirements, commissioning practices, and system interfaces.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with architects, engineers, and contractors.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Smartsheet; Kneat experience preferred.
- Excellent technical writing and verbal communication skills in English.
- Experience in GMP-regulated environments, pharmaceutical or biotech facilities.
- Knowledge of cleanroom design and controlled environments.
- Familiarity with CQV (Commissioning, Qualification, and Validation) processes.
- Ability to understand FDA, ISPE, and GAMP guidelines.
- Experience supporting CAPAs and compliance-driven design modifications.