Chief Building Engineer

Description

The Chief Engineer leads the Engineering team and oversees all building maintenance, repair, and operations to ensure a high level of tenant satisfaction, safety, and building efficiency.

• As assigned, work with vendors to identify scopes of work and oversee compliance with contract terms and quality control.
• Supervise, train, and evaluate Engineering staff; develop and implement performance goals and staff development plans.
• Oversee contractor work and manage tenant improvement projects.
• Manage all aspects of building maintenance, including HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems.
• Communicate verbally and in writing with teammates, leadership team, vendors, tenants, and client employees in a professional manner, keeping the appropriate customer(s) informed/updated as needed.
• Monitor building energy usage and ensure efficient operations.
• Prepare budgets; control inventory and purchasing.
• Collaborate with tenants, contractors, and property managers to ensure reliable building operations and address tenant issues.
• Follow company safety protocols and wear appropriate PPE; enforce compliance with OSHA, NEC, NFC, NFPA regulations; manage safety protocols, including the lockout/tagout program; report safety hazards; participate in safety inspections; ensure all staff members follow safety protocols and comply with building codes and regulations; oversee safety training.
• Conduct thorough inspections to ensure systems are operating efficiently; maintain detailed documentation and service logs for building equipment; maintain compliance logs.

Requirements

Ability to stand, walk, climb ladders, and lift up to 50 pounds; perform physically demanding tasks such as stooping, crouching, and kneeling.

All job offers are contingent on completion of a background check and proof of eligibility to work in the United States.

This position is 100% in-office. The role requires working in office during standard business hours. Remote work or telecommuting is not an option for this position.

• Familiarity with blueprints and code requirements
• In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products, energy management software systems, CMMS, and other building operational platforms
• At least five years of supervisory, training, and mentoring experience including developing and delivering performance appraisals and disciplinary action
• Proven track record of delivering excellent internal and external customer service; ability to successfully interact/communicate with tenants/vendors/contractors as well as teammates and leadership team
• CFC Certification preferred or willingness to obtain as requested; possess engineering and trade licenses required according to local, state, or national requirements
• Ability to travel daily to assigned properties as necessary
• Strong contract administration and project management skills
• Ability to act as the primary point of contact/first responder for building emergencies, ensuring the proper amount of coverage; ability to work after hours, weekends, holidays, and during emergency situations as necessary to meet the needs of the client
• Strong troubleshooting, capital budgeting, and energy management skills/practices
• Possess competent knowledge of use and care of tools
• Familiar with fire/life safety equipment/procedures
• Ability to demonstrate advanced knowledge of HVAC, BAS, fire protection, and life safety systems
• Ability to read and write English in order to understand manuals and procedures, and to write reports.
• HS Diploma or GED required
• At least ten years of industry-related experience or commensurate certification/trade experience

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance