Assistant Chief Building Engineer
CBRE · North Bethesda, MD · 3 days ago
Management$48/hrFull-time
About The Role As a CBRE Building Sr. Engineer, you will be responsiblefor monitoring complex building system operations and the performance ofvarious areas including plumbing, electrical, painting, roofing, heating, andcooling. This job is part of the Engineering and Technical Servicesjob function. They are responsible for providing support, preventivemaintenance, and repairs on equipment and systems. What You’ll Do Assign work orders and estimate the time and materialsneeded to complete repairs. Maintain aninventory of adequate supplies and tools. Perform maintenance and repairs to advanced mechanical,plumbing, structural, furniture, fire, life safety, and control systems. Keepfacility and building systems up to applicable standards as assigned. Comply with all applicable codes, regulations, governmentalagency, and company directives related to building operations and work safety. Develop an energy management program. Ensure all systemsoperate in the most efficient manner. Oversee and inspect the work performed by outsidecontractors. Respond to common inquiries or complaints from clients,co-workers, and/or supervisors. Direct the implementation of a preventive maintenanceprogram to ensure that building machinery and systems meet or exceed theirrated life. Perform repairs andemergency maintenance as needed. Review and sign off on inspections of building systemsincluding fire alarms, HVAC, and plumbing to ensure the operation of equipmentis within design capabilities and achieves environmental conditions prescribedby the client. Apply advanced knowledge to seek and develop new, bettermethods for accomplishing both individual and department objectives. Showcase expertise in own job discipline and in-depthknowledge of other job disciplines within the organization function. Coach others to develop in-depth knowledge and expertise inmost or all areas within the function. Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistentwith CBRE RISE values. Anticipates potential objections and persuades others,often at senior levels and of divergent interest, to adopt a different point ofview. Impact the achievement of customer, operational, project,or service objectives across multi-discipline teams. Work is guided byfunctional policies which impact the design of procedures and policies. Contribute to new products, processes, standards, and/oroperational plans in support of achieving functional goals. Communicate difficult and complex ideas with the ability toinfluence. What You’ll Need High School Diploma, GED, or trade school diploma with 5-8years of job-related experience. In lieu of a diploma, a combination ofexperience and education will be considered. Prior shift manager or supervisoryexperience preferred. Universal CFC certification required. Additional certification in one or more of the following:HVAC, electrical, mechanical, HVAC and refrigeration systems, process controls,mechanical power transmissions, painting, plumbing, carpentry or engine repair.Meet the physical requirements of this role includingstooping, standing, walking, climbing stairs/ladders, and the ability tolift/carry heavy loads of 50 lbs. or more. The innovative mentality to develop methods that go beyondexisting solutions. Ability to solve unique problems using standard andinnovative solutions having a broad impact on the business. In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examplesinclude Word, Excel, Outlook, etc. Expert organizational skills with an advanced inquisitivemindset. Highly sophisticated math skills. Ability to calculatesomewhat complex figures such as percentages, fractions, and otherfinancial-related calculations. When you joinCBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate servicesand investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problemsolvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Ourcollaborative culture is built on our shared values — respect, integrity,service and excellence — and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds andskillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your owncourse and realize your potential. We welcome all applicants. Our Values inHiring At CBRE, we are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels theybelong. We value diverse perspectives and experiences, and we welcome allapplications. Disclaimers Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States withoutthe need for visa sponsorship now or in the future. Applicant AIUse Disclosure We value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience,skills and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools tomake hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in theapplication and interview process. These updatesreflect our commitment to clarity, inclusivity, and a consistent candidateexperience across all postings. I ask you to encourage your teams to beginincorporating the updated statements into all new job adverts immediately -this will help us maintain alignment with our brand tone and hiring values. About CBREGroup, Inc. CBRE Group, Inc. (NYSE:CBRE), a Fortune 500 and S&P 500 companyheadquartered in Dallas, is the world’s largest commercial real estate servicesand investment firm (based on 2024 revenue). The company has more than 140,000employees (including Turner & Townsend employees) serving clients in morethan 100 countries. CBRE serves clients through four business segments:Advisory (leasing, sales, debt origination, mortgage serving, valuations);Building Operations & Experience (facilities management, propertymanagement, flex space & experience); Project Management (programmanagement, project management, cost consulting); Real Estate Investments(investment management, development). Please visit our website at www.cbre.com. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EDUCATION And EXPERIENCE High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and eight or more years experience in electrical systems, refrigeration and/or HVAC. Or equivalent combination of education and experience. CERTIFICATES and/or LICENSES Universal CFC certification required. Additional certification in one or more of the following: electrical, mechanical, HVAC and refrigeration systems, process controls, mechanical power transmissions, painting, plumbing, carpentry or engine repair. Certifications/licenses as may be required by local or state jurisdictions. Communication Skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong organizational and analytical skills. Ability to provide efficient, timely, reliable and courteous service to customers. Ability to effectively present information. FINANCIAL KNOWLEDGE Requires knowledge of financial terms and principles and to understand operating budgets. Ability to calculate intermediate figures such as percentages, discounts, and/or commissions. Conducts basic financial analysis. REASONING ABILITY Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret documents. Ability to solve problems involving several options in situations. Requires intermediate analytical and quantitative skills. OTHER SKILLS And ABILITIES Uses personal computer and / or PDA for work order system, email, ESS and training. Basic skills with Microsoft Office Outlook. Physical requirements include stooping, standing, walking, climbing stairs / ladders and ability to lift / carry heavy loads of 50 lbs. or more. SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITY Decisions made with thorough knowledge of procedures and company policies to achieve set results and deadlines. Responsible for setting own project deadlines. Errors in judgment may cause short-term impact to co-workers and supervisor. SAFETY Responsibilities Responsible for personal safety and the safety of those who are affected by your work. This includes but is not limited to: Complete all required and assigned HSE training at a satisfactory level, Follow all activity policies and procedures, including all HSE-related requirements at all times, Participate in all HSE-related programs & activities as required, including incident investigations, interviews, auditing and assessment, etc. Report any conditions which you feel could result in an accident or injury and / or stop work if required. CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate’s education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for the Assistant Chief Building Engineer position is $48.00 per hour and the maximum salary for the Assistant Chief Building Engineer position is $54.00 per hour. The compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience. This role will provide the following benefits: 401(K), Dental insurance, Health insurance, Life insurance, and Vision insurance. Equal Employment Opportunity: CBRE is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We have a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law. Candidate Accommodations: CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company’s success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at recruitingaccommodations@cbre.com or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).