Director of Engineering

Abm Industries

The Role

Overview

Lead engineering team to manage and optimize facility building systems and maintenance.

Key Responsibilities

  • energy management
  • energy audits
  • kpi reporting
  • value engineering
  • design review
  • root cause

Tasks

-Promote the use of the energy management and building automation systems for monitoring, initiating, managing, and reporting on energy efficiency measures and building operating systems optimization -Responsible for the implementation, management, scheduling and planning activities that promote the maintenance, efficiency, and reliability of the assets in the facility while focusing on the facility “well-being” and building population comfort -Responsible for strict compliance of the Able/ABM/IMF contractual agreement and Statement of Work -Based on client’s budget constraints for any specific project, conducting value engineering studies -Initiate and support energy conservation measures, including performing energy audits in concert with ensuring energy engineering project deliverables are completed on schedule. -Collaborate with the IMF and Engineering teams to identify, introduce, and implement industry best practices and innovation -Standardize the use of root cause analysis for deficiencies to promote progressive and proactive teaching and learning moments. -Develop a strong client relationship that is based on integrity, professionalism, respect, responsiveness / urgency, and quality performance. -Responsible for providing direction and oversight of the engineering team in support of the Client as they develop guaranteed energy efficiency projects, renewable energy projects, and other energy savings related capital improvement projects -Develop, track and report on KPIs that support the management of contractual targets, quality performance, workload balancing and other critical elements of the program as it relates to Hard Services responsibilities. -Provide capital and operational project support which include but not limited to design reviews and recommendations on equipment selection, functional applications, and technology solutions

Requirements

  • cfm
  • advanced excel
  • cmms
  • osha
  • 10+ yrs
  • leadership

What You Bring

-Strong interpersonal and leadership skills, verbal / written communication skills, planning / scheduling, problem solving, project management experience, and proven organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks, delegate and follow up -Minimum of 10+ years’ maintenance field experience, and 4-5 years working knowledge of Reliability Centered Maintenance and other maintenance management strategies -Certified Facility Manager (CFM), Certified Plant Engineer (CPE) or other similar accreditations preferred -Demonstrates good analytical skills, inquisitive and interrogates disparate sources of data and correlative metrics to uncover unfavorable trends in performance and recommend continuous improvement opportunities -Comprehend the impact that building systems have on the workplace experience for occupants and works collaboratively with complementary positions within the organization to positively influence an optimal workplace environment -Strong knowledge of local building codes -Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering -Demonstrates knowledge of building systems, especially mechanical, electrical, and plumbing -Flexibility to work outside normal work hours/weekends, as required -Advanced Excel skills and other analytical applications desirable -Strong knowledge of OSHA regulatory requirements -Proficiency in MS Office Suite (spreadsheet, word processing, project, etc.) -Familiarity with Computerized Maintenance Management System & Energy Management System programs, specialty predictive equipment, and other equipment and tools to perform the tasks outlined in the job description

The Company

About Abm Industries

-Evolved into a global facility-services powerhouse. -Delivers integrated janitorial, engineering, parking, energy, HVAC, electrical, landscaping, and EV-charging services. -Operating across major sectors, including aviation, education, healthcare, manufacturing, and commercial real estate. -Typical projects span airports, hospitals, schools, data centers, stadiums, corporate campuses, and industrial facilities. -A hallmark expansion strategy has consisted of strategic acquisitions—such as GCA Services Group in 2017 and Able Services in 2021. -Standout fact: its workforce automation tools power mission-critical operations in data centers and microgrid installations.

Sector Specialisms

Industrial

Energy

Infrastructure

Buildings

Residential

Commercial

Water Resources

Heavy Civil

Marine

Transport

Utilities

Solar

Wind

Nuclear

Government

Food & Beverage

Electrical Services

Lighting

Industrial Operations & Maintenance