Senior Chief Engineer

Description

• Supervise and review technical operations, surveys, energy audits and analysis, HVAC and electrical and plumbing systems, environmental compliance, ADA compliance and acquisitions, and third-party surveys
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes, requisitions, government agencies, and company directives related to building operations
• Prepare and expedite approval of all internal control documents
• Oversee properties totaling 1.5M square feet or more
• Prepare schedule and manage its progress.
• Perform final inspections, punch list exceptions, and expedite corrective action
• Assist Property Management in the review and approval of construction documents. Ensure building standards are applied and adhered too accordingly
• Maintain complete project files recording progress, approvals, financial data and contracts
• Prepare and present feasibility studies.
• Assist in formulating marketing presentations/proposals, start-up processes for building acquisitions and reverse acquisitions, and the coordination of building equipment and services in support of tenant construction products
• Develop specifications and assist in solicitation and administration of maintenance/repair service contracts
• Manage the bidding process.
• Oversee all building systems, including fire/life safety programs, plumbing, HVAC and electrical issues; must remain current with latest HVAC technology trends as well as preventive and predictive maintenance methodology
• Assist in the development of the property(s) operations budget. Provide operating cost estimates and comparisons in regard to service contracts, R&M estimates, utility consumption and spend, supplies, repair parts, department payroll , life safety programs and procedures, domestic water quality control, and enforcement of EPA and OSHA compliance
• Conduct and assist with inspections and surveys, including energy audits and analysis, HVAC, electrical and plumbing systems, environmental and ADA compliance
• Coordinate all work with user and Internal Support Groups.
• Prepare contract documents reflecting scope of work.
• Provide leadership and supervision of engineering and maintenance staff, including hiring, training, personnel development and performance review
• Prepare budget estimates.
• Support property management in the development and updating of preventive maintenance and engineering procedures, hazardous materials communication plans, fire safety and emergency action plans, life safety programs, quality control for domestic and process water and indoor air quality programs
• Assist in the development of the Capital Budget Program, as well as the short and long term planning and analytics
• Coordinate maintenance efforts with outside contractors, tenant finish personnel and engineers
• Support the Property or Facility Manager with rehabilitation projects such as replacement of HVAC systems, installation of new roofs, plumbing repairs and alterations to other Building Systems. Support Property or Facility Manager on all items listed below (1-10):
• Monitor the construction process to assure compliance with contract documents.
• Coordinate and track career development for engineers and perform or assist in mid-year/annual performance evaluations of all engineering staff

Requirements

• Universal Technician for CFC’s depending on market licensure requirements or any similar combination of education and experience
• Vocational/Technical training certificate
• Technical Proficiency
• Communication Proficiency (oral and written)
• Proficiency in the preparation of staff schedules, after hour assignment scheduling and coordination, preventive maintenance schedules and the ability to assess and prioritize immediate needs.
• Knowledge and understanding of all applicable practices/techniques, laws, project controls, and environmental regulations
• 10+ years engineering experience with significant supervisory responsibility in a commercial property setting experience in the operation, installation and maintenance of building systems with in depth technical understanding and knowledge of all HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire/life safety, and control systems.
• Organization Skills
• Basic Computing Skills in Outlook, Excel & Word
• General knowledge of the property management financial reporting with primary focus on R&M expenses, Utility expenses and Capital expenses, as they pertain the department’s allocated monthly and annual budget. Should possess the knowledge to clearly explain favorable and unfavorable variances the monthly and year to date R&M and Utility expenses.
• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
• Interpersonal Skills
• Appropriate license/permit for trade as may be required, i.e. Journeyman or Master Electrician License or City Licenses
• Familiar with Energy Management System (EMS)/programming, fire alarm systems, and Building Management Systems

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance