Patrick Furey
Riverside,IL
Summary
Accomplished Professional Engineer and Project Manager with 25 years of experience overseeing engineering and construction programs in complex, mission-critical facilities, including hospitals, data centers, and municipal water stations. A hands-on leader leveraging a diverse background as a designer, contractor, and owner to drive project success. Recognized for the ability to mentor junior staff and foster collaborative environments, ensuring knowledge transfer and skill development within teams. Committed to delivering high-quality results while maintaining safety and efficiency.
Overview
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1
Certification
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Engineer/Project Manager
Various Companies
Chicago, IL
08.2020 - Current
- Engineering, Project Management, and Construction Services for private contractors, consultants, and federal agencies.
- Lead Plumbing/HVAC engineer for design projects at Indiana University (new 5 story lab building), U of I Champaign-Urbana (athletics office and support spaces), Veterans Administration (medical and long-term care projects)
- Coordinated BIM/VDC processes for trade contractors to enhance project integration and efficiency.
- Provided code compliance, multi-unit design/build, and capital planning services to optimize project execution for private and institutional property owners.
- Conducted onsite engineering observation for industrial development project; coordinated, verified, and documented installation of underground public utilities for village.
Adjunct Faculty in Construction Technology
Triton College
River Grove, IL
08.2020 - 05.2024
- Taught multiple classes withing the Architecture/Construction Technology Programs:
- COT 107 Codes, Specifications and Print Reading
- COT 248 Construction Planning & Scheduling
- COT 258 Construction Cost Estimating
Director of Engineering
MEP Infrastructure Solutions
Chicago, IL
09.2019 - 08.2020
- Managed 15-20 engineers, drafters, project managers, and support staff in MEP/FP engineering firm, ensuring project alignment with client goals.
- Provide technical direction on projects in critical medical environments and institutional/higher education campuses.
- Estimated and managed projects as GC, executing design/build duties on complex or time-sensitive projects to meet client needs.
- Selected and hired staff, conducted performance reviews, and projected labor needs.
- Trained staff on MEP design and project management, enhancing team capabilities and ensuring project readiness.
Senior Project Manager
Performance Mechanical Contractors
11.2018 - 09.2019
- Led HVAC construction projects in hospitals and healthcare facilities, ensuring compliance with health standards and operational requirements.
- Coordinate with GCs, design professionals, subcontractors, and owners to design and implement heating, cooling, medical gas, and specialty installations.
- Supervised estimating and bid preparation by engaging vendors, selecting subcontractors, and incorporating feedback to enhance bid accuracy.
- Managed profit and loss for all projects.
- Delivered mechanical engineering services on design/build projects, focusing on innovative solutions and client satisfaction.
Senior Project Manager/Estimator
Burke Plumbing/Member Mechanical
07.2017 - 10.2018
- Developed estimates for interior plumbing and site utilities for commercial, residential, and municipal projects, ensuring accuracy and compliance with project specifications.
- Provide design/build services including creation of stamped engineering drawings, defining design parameters, code compliance, value engineering, and BIM coordination.
- Coordinated multiple projects as the primary contact for end users including Chicago Park District, Northwestern University, and CDOT, facilitating effective communication and project alignment.
- Software platforms utilized: WinEx (site utilities and estimating), Fastest Pipe, Bluebeam, Procore, and Revit 2017 (for shop drawings and BIM coordination).
Senior Project Manager
Commonwealth Edison, Industrial Customer Group
05.2014 - 07.2017
- Managed large capital transmission, distribution, and substation upgrades, as well as installations of new facilities. Handled customer interactions, project scoping and feasibility, project authorization, budgeting/reporting, design, construction, commissioning, and closeout. Mentor for new hires to the PM department.
- Led large Data Center substation project, directing phase 1 design of new 138kV substation, transmission line routing along railroad track, and financial planning for customer costs and utility required capital spend.
- Initiated and coordinated volunteer program for Habitat for Humanity through ComEd.
MEP Engineer
Self Employed
10.2012 - 05.2014
- Design of HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems for commercial projects. Managed all aspects of engineering practice, including proposal preparation, client interaction, design document creation, and construction administration.
- Designed and implemented MEP systems for residential and commercial projects.
- Collaborated with architects and contractors to ensure project specifications met industry standards.
- Conducted site inspections to assess system performance and compliance with safety regulations.
Senior Mechanical Engineer
AECOM/Globetrotters Engineering
08.2008 - 10.2012
- Designed HVAC, plumbing, and process systems for educational, institutional, industrial, and municipal projects, including calculations, equipment selection, specification creation, drawing preparation, and construction administration/oversight.
- Recruited by AECOM based on performance at Globetrotters for a multiyear pump station electrification project.
- Led large facility condition assessments and municipal energy efficiency evaluations, surveying and preparing reports on existing HVAC equipment inventory, evaluations, expected lifespans, replacement costs, potential energy savings, and assisting in energy efficiency incentive applications.
- Created, approved, and reviewed PID and control drawings.
Assistant Vice President of Development
HSA Commercial Real Estate
04.2006 - 08.2008
- Oversaw construction of medical office and industrial facilities, coordinating land entitlement/permitting, scheduling, budgeting, consultant interactions, bidding, contractor selection, construction oversight, and tenant build-out.
- Led strategic initiatives to enhance operational efficiency across multiple commercial real estate projects.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive market analysis to identify investment opportunities and inform decision-making processes.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline project workflows, improving overall execution timelines and client satisfaction.
Project Manager/Owner’s Rep
Proteus Group
04.2002 - 04.2006
- Managed project oversight for laboratory and medical facility developments.
- Led engineering efforts for Rush Hospital Capital Projects team, coordinating multi-disciplinary teams to deliver projects on schedule and within budget.
- Served as PM/owner’s rep for medical office building developer, facilitating communication between stakeholders to drive project success.
Mechanical Designer/Project Manager
HLM Design
03.1999 - 07.2001
- Engineered HVAC and plumbing systems for laboratory and hospital projects, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
- Transitioned to project manager within 6 months, overseeing multi-discipline laboratory projects from initiation to completion.
Education
Bachelor of Science - General Engineering
University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
Champaign, IL1998
Skills
- Registered Professional Engineer in Illinois
- Professional Project Manager (PMP) certification 2016
- AutoCAD, Revit, Navisworks, AutoDesk Build, BlueBeam Revu
- Cost Estimation and Scheduling
- Trane Trace, Carrier HAP
- Primavera 6, Procore, Microsoft Project
- Building Automation Systems and Integration
Representative Projects
Mission Critical: 125 MW Data Center Expansion, Channahon Substation, Woodstock Intelligent Substation, UIC BRGC Data Center
Healthcare: Rush University Cohn Research Lab Buildout, Riverside Hospital Central Plant Expansion, Stroger Hospital MRI and Central Sterile
Higher Education: University of Illinois Athletic Offices, Indiana University Accelerator Lab, Northwestern Jacobs Center, UIC Hematology Lab
Municipal: Chicago Park District Piotrowski Pool, Chicago DWM Springfield Pump Station, South Shore Filtration Plant Substation, MWRD Heritage Park Flood Control Facility
Certification
- Licensed Professional Engineer, IL
- Project Management Professional (PMI) - 2016-2019
- EPA Section 608 Certification for Refrigerant Products
Timeline
Senior Engineer/Project Manager
Various Companies
08.2020 - Current
Adjunct Faculty in Construction Technology
Triton College
08.2020 - 05.2024
Director of Engineering
MEP Infrastructure Solutions
09.2019 - 08.2020
Senior Project Manager
Performance Mechanical Contractors
11.2018 - 09.2019
Senior Project Manager/Estimator
Burke Plumbing/Member Mechanical
07.2017 - 10.2018
Senior Project Manager
Commonwealth Edison, Industrial Customer Group
05.2014 - 07.2017
MEP Engineer
Self Employed
10.2012 - 05.2014
Senior Mechanical Engineer
AECOM/Globetrotters Engineering
08.2008 - 10.2012
Assistant Vice President of Development
HSA Commercial Real Estate
04.2006 - 08.2008
Project Manager/Owner’s Rep
Proteus Group
04.2002 - 04.2006
Mechanical Designer/Project Manager
HLM Design
03.1999 - 07.2001
Bachelor of Science - General Engineering
University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign