Mid-Atlantic Regional Owner’s Representative
Epsten Group, Columbus, OH, United States
Mid-Atlantic Regional Owner’s Representative
Mid-Atlantic Regional Owner’s Representative (Electrical)
At Salas O’Brien we tell our clients that we’re engineered for impact. This passion for making a difference applies just as much to our team as it does to our projects. That’s why we’re committed to living our values every day: inspiring, achieving, and connecting as shared owners of our success with a focus on a sustainable future.
Building for the long-term means that all of our team members can expect to work on amazing projects with a people-first approach to problem solving. It also means that each member of our team has truly limitless potential to build a unique, meaningful, and high-impact career—and they’ll receive great total rewards along the way.
About Us:
Founded in 1975, Salas O’Brien is an employee-owned engineering and professional services firm focused on achieving impact for our clients, our team, and the world. We know that tomorrow’s requirements are today’s opportunities, and we are here to design lasting solutions for pressing challenges.
We work across a variety of industries providing integrated engineering and consulting services. Our specialized experience includes design for data centers, healthcare, science and technology, high‑rise buildings, clean energy, education, and other building types as well as structural and building sciences, infrastructure asset management, advanced robotics, and more.
Our technical expertise is paired with an exceptional team of business development, human resources, finance and accounting, information technology, and marketing professionals, all of whom play a key role in bringing our commitments to life every day.
Job Summary:
The Mid‑Atlantic Regional Owner’s Representative (Electrical) is ideally located in the Mid‑Atlantic Region of the U.S. and covers client needs as a field owner’s representative. They have the ability to travel and relocate as necessary to meet client and Salas O’ Brien company needs related to a variety of roles: field engineering, construction oversight, commissioning, and validation.
Responsibilities:
Travel and relocate to client sites for extended assignments
On site for hours as projects require, including flexibility for day shift hours, night shift hours, or weekend hours
50‑80+ hours per week with time off between assignments, depending upon the nature of the assignment
Flexible compensation depending upon the nature and time requirements of the assignment.
Flexible and adaptable to various field roles
Construction, Commissioning, Startup, and Validation
Project Management, Coordination, Oversight, Monitoring, Scheduling, and Reporting
Field Engineering: Work with contractors and owner to implement field projects, designs, plans, and change orders
Work independently but able to coordinate with the client team, engineering team, and other 3 rd parties
Excellent relationship building skills in working with contractors, suppliers, field teams, and various owner agents
Leadership, collaboration, and coordination skills
Microsoft Office and related software, and ability to learn new software as assignments require
Represent client as owner’s agent with contractors, suppliers, and 3 rd parties
Provide Quality Control in the interest of the client’s projects
Qualifications and Experience:
MINIMUM
10 years experience in a related technical field (electrical power, instrumentation, or controls) including 5 years of field experience
Able to learn, adapt, and be open / flexible to client and company needs, training, and mentoring
Able to be flexible to client needs and flexible compensation based upon the nature of the assignment
OTHER PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
OSHA 30, NFPA 70E, and related certifications
Bachelors or Associates Degree (Electrical Engineering, Construction, or related field)
Field Construction, Field Commissioning (Cx), Field Validation (CQV), Quality Management, or related experience
Experience in industrial manufacturing, energy, or data centers
Experience with government agency inspections related to energy
Knowledge in safety or related fields
Project coordination experience
Controls, Programming, and Instrumentation experience
Test Procedures writing experience for validation or commissioning
Physical and Ergonomic Requirements (may vary per client facility):
Lifting/carrying: Carrying light loads related to field measurement equipment, equipment cases weighing 15 lbs. or less.
Dexterity: Ability to type using a keyboard with relative efficiency, ability to make handwritten notes and sketches indoors and outdoors at industrial plant and construction sites at any time of the year.
Walking/Climbing: Ability to use multi‑level stair towers and rung ladders unassisted. Ability to crawl in to areas if necessary.
Visual Acuity: Ability to discern single line and 3‑dimensional computer images representing objects being designed or drafted.
Hearing: Ability to hear safety alarms and signals while wearing hearing protection.
Physical exertion: Ability to walk up to one mile on industrial plant and construction sites outdoors at any time of the year. Ability to work in protective clothing which may elevate body temperatures by several degrees Fahrenheit for periods of up to 15 minutes without a break.
Breathing: Ability to work while wearing a respirator or self‑contained breathing apparatus if required on a project.
Location : Remote (Columbus, OH) and by client location
Travel : Dependent upon client need, up to 100% within North America, with occasional international travel if required by the project
The expected base salary range for this role is $100,000 - $165,000 USD per year with additional compensation factors based upon the nature of the assignment. Actual compensation will be determined based on a number of factors including skills, experience, qualifications, location, and assignment parameters.
This role is also eligible for performance‑based bonuses and a comprehensive U.S. based benefits package, including:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid time off and company holidays
Wellness programs and employee assistance resources
Equal Opportunity Employment Statement
Salas O’Brien provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/provincial, or local laws. Salas O’Brien will accommodate the disability‑related needs of applicants as required by law.
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At Salas O’Brien we tell our clients that we’re engineered for impact. This passion for making a difference applies just as much to our team as it does to our projects. That’s why we’re committed to living our values every day: inspiring, achieving, and connecting as shared owners of our success with a focus on a sustainable future.
Building for the long-term means that all of our team members can expect to work on amazing projects with a people-first approach to problem solving. It also means that each member of our team has truly limitless potential to build a unique, meaningful, and high-impact career—and they’ll receive great total rewards along the way.
About Us:
Founded in 1975, Salas O’Brien is an employee-owned engineering and professional services firm focused on achieving impact for our clients, our team, and the world. We know that tomorrow’s requirements are today’s opportunities, and we are here to design lasting solutions for pressing challenges.
We work across a variety of industries providing integrated engineering and consulting services. Our specialized experience includes design for data centers, healthcare, science and technology, high‑rise buildings, clean energy, education, and other building types as well as structural and building sciences, infrastructure asset management, advanced robotics, and more.
Our technical expertise is paired with an exceptional team of business development, human resources, finance and accounting, information technology, and marketing professionals, all of whom play a key role in bringing our commitments to life every day.
Job Summary:
The Mid‑Atlantic Regional Owner’s Representative (Electrical) is ideally located in the Mid‑Atlantic Region of the U.S. and covers client needs as a field owner’s representative. They have the ability to travel and relocate as necessary to meet client and Salas O’ Brien company needs related to a variety of roles: field engineering, construction oversight, commissioning, and validation.
Responsibilities:
Travel and relocate to client sites for extended assignments
On site for hours as projects require, including flexibility for day shift hours, night shift hours, or weekend hours
50‑80+ hours per week with time off between assignments, depending upon the nature of the assignment
Flexible compensation depending upon the nature and time requirements of the assignment.
Flexible and adaptable to various field roles
Construction, Commissioning, Startup, and Validation
Project Management, Coordination, Oversight, Monitoring, Scheduling, and Reporting
Field Engineering: Work with contractors and owner to implement field projects, designs, plans, and change orders
Work independently but able to coordinate with the client team, engineering team, and other 3 rd parties
Excellent relationship building skills in working with contractors, suppliers, field teams, and various owner agents
Leadership, collaboration, and coordination skills
Microsoft Office and related software, and ability to learn new software as assignments require
Represent client as owner’s agent with contractors, suppliers, and 3 rd parties
Provide Quality Control in the interest of the client’s projects
Qualifications and Experience:
MINIMUM
10 years experience in a related technical field (electrical power, instrumentation, or controls) including 5 years of field experience
Able to learn, adapt, and be open / flexible to client and company needs, training, and mentoring
Able to be flexible to client needs and flexible compensation based upon the nature of the assignment
OTHER PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
OSHA 30, NFPA 70E, and related certifications
Bachelors or Associates Degree (Electrical Engineering, Construction, or related field)
Field Construction, Field Commissioning (Cx), Field Validation (CQV), Quality Management, or related experience
Experience in industrial manufacturing, energy, or data centers
Experience with government agency inspections related to energy
Knowledge in safety or related fields
Project coordination experience
Controls, Programming, and Instrumentation experience
Test Procedures writing experience for validation or commissioning
Physical and Ergonomic Requirements (may vary per client facility):
Lifting/carrying: Carrying light loads related to field measurement equipment, equipment cases weighing 15 lbs. or less.
Dexterity: Ability to type using a keyboard with relative efficiency, ability to make handwritten notes and sketches indoors and outdoors at industrial plant and construction sites at any time of the year.
Walking/Climbing: Ability to use multi‑level stair towers and rung ladders unassisted. Ability to crawl in to areas if necessary.
Visual Acuity: Ability to discern single line and 3‑dimensional computer images representing objects being designed or drafted.
Hearing: Ability to hear safety alarms and signals while wearing hearing protection.
Physical exertion: Ability to walk up to one mile on industrial plant and construction sites outdoors at any time of the year. Ability to work in protective clothing which may elevate body temperatures by several degrees Fahrenheit for periods of up to 15 minutes without a break.
Breathing: Ability to work while wearing a respirator or self‑contained breathing apparatus if required on a project.
Location : Remote (Columbus, OH) and by client location
Travel : Dependent upon client need, up to 100% within North America, with occasional international travel if required by the project
The expected base salary range for this role is $100,000 - $165,000 USD per year with additional compensation factors based upon the nature of the assignment. Actual compensation will be determined based on a number of factors including skills, experience, qualifications, location, and assignment parameters.
This role is also eligible for performance‑based bonuses and a comprehensive U.S. based benefits package, including:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid time off and company holidays
Wellness programs and employee assistance resources
Equal Opportunity Employment Statement
Salas O’Brien provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/provincial, or local laws. Salas O’Brien will accommodate the disability‑related needs of applicants as required by law.
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