[Local 39] Chief Engineer

Description

• Ensure performance management, coaching, and development of team members through established HR processes and disciplinary actions.
• Develop specifications and assist in solicitation, administration, execution and performance of maintenance/ repair service contracts.
• Conduct regular inspections of building systems and equipment; identify and resolve issues.
• Monitor the construction process to assure compliance with contract documents.
• Supervise engineers and maintenance staff including hiring, training, personnel development, etc.
• Prepare and present feasibility studies.
• Recommend and implement improvements for preventive maintenance programs on an ongoing basis.
• Prepare contract documents reflecting scope of work.
• Formulate and conduct building-related systems and equipment training.
• Develop and maintain effective building-specific maintenance and safety procedure manuals and train building personnel
• Coordinate development of and/or maintain an Operations Document Library, including but not limited to construction plans, structural plans, as-built drawings, MEP schedules, line diagrams and schematics, equipment and operation manuals, start up and commissioning documents, and equipment warranties.
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes, requisitions, government agency, and company directives as relates to building operations.
• Respond to all emergency situations quickly (fire, evacuation, equipment failure etc.) and customer concerns
• Prepare schedule and manage its progress.
• Assist in maintenance/engineering issues as required
• Maintain ongoing communication with tenants, clients, property management, and vendors
• Utility Management such as tracking use, consumption, cost, reporting, comparison models, sub-metering, budgeting, variances as directed by Management and/or Leadership.
• Involves movement between departments, floors, and properties to facilitate work
• 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):
• Prepare and expedite approval of all internal control documents
• Manage operational accounts for building, including variance reporting, as required and assist in development of operating and capital budgets
• Participate and coordinate annual scheduling and execution of the C&W Safety Program as directed by Asset Services/GOS, Engineering Leadership, EH&S Administration, and so forth. Responsible for 100% Compliance at his/her site.
• May assist in solicitation and acquisition of new management contracts
• Prepare budget estimates.
• Coordinate all work with user and Internal Support Groups.
• Implement and administer inventory control programs, purchase parts and supplies.
• Oversee all building systems including fire/life safety, plumbing, HVAC, and electrical issues; must remain current with latest HVAC technology trends.
• Develop, implement, and maintain an effective preventive and predictive maintenance program for task scheduling, routines, and performance. Program to include procedures for annual, semi-annual, quarterly, monthly and other scheduled maintenance as provided by the manufacturer’s recommendations and/or industry best practices.
• Maintain complete project files recording progress, approvals, financial data and contracts
• Manage the bidding process.
• Perform final inspections, punch list exceptions, and expedite corrective action

Requirements

• Familiar with Energy Management System (EMS)/programming and fire alarm systems
• Financial knowledge necessary for reading and understanding budgets, budget variances and basic reporting as required by management
• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
• Working knowledge of all aspects of building systems and operations, contractual maintenance, construction and related services, and local laws and building codes pertaining to building operations and safety
• Must have ability to stoop, stand, climb, frequently lift a minimum of 50 lbs. of equipment (pumps, tools, ladders) and safely install rigging/lifting devices
• 7+ years of related work experience in a commercial property setting or any similar combination of education or 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.
• Interpersonal Skills
• Universal Technician for CFC’s depending on market licensure requirements
• Regularly required to utilize vision abilities, allowing reading of printed material, drawings, and schematics
• Communication Proficiency (oral and written)
• Ability to read and understand information presented orally and in writing
• Ability to speak clearly so others can understand you
• Regularly required to crouch and reach to install/move equipment by bending forward at the waist or by bending legs and spine
• Organization Skills
• Basic Computing Skills in Outlook, Excel & Word
• Appropriate license/permit for trade as may be required, i.e. Journeyman or Master Electrician License or City Licenses
• Vocational/Technical training certificate
• Technical Proficiency

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance