Building Engineer

About the Role

As a CBRE Building Engineer, you will be responsible for monitoring, maintaining, and repairing building system operations and the performance of various areas including plumbing, electrical, painting, roofing, heating, and cooling. This position is part of the Engineering and Technical Services function and provides support, preventive maintenance, and repairs on equipment and systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs to mechanical, plumbing, structural, furniture, fire, life safety, and control systems.
• Keep facility and building systems up to applicable standards as assigned.
• Comply with all applicable codes, regulations, governmental agency directives, and company policies related to building operations and work safety.
• Maintain an energy management program to ensure systems operate efficiently.
• Assist with the implementation of a preventive maintenance program to meet or exceed rated life of building machinery and systems.
• Perform emergency repairs as needed.
• Follow departmental policies for the safe storage, usage, and disposal of hazardous materials.
• Maintain a clean and safe workplace.
• Review inspections of building systems—including fire alarms, HVAC, and plumbing—to ensure equipment operates within design capabilities and meets client‑prescribed environmental conditions.
• Apply in‑depth knowledge of standard principles, techniques, and procedures to accomplish complex assignments and provide innovative solutions.
• Coach others and share knowledge across multiple job disciplines within the function.
• Lead by example and model behaviors consistent with CBRE RISE values.
• Work to build consensus and persuade others to reach agreement.
• Impact a range of customer, operational, project, or service activities within your team and related teams.
• Operate within broad guidelines and policies.

Requirements

• High School Diploma, GED, or trade school diploma with 4–5 years of job‑related experience (or equivalent combination of experience and education).
• Universal CFC certification preferred.
• Any certifications/licenses required by local or state jurisdictions.
• Prior shift management or supervisory experience preferred.
• Physical ability to stoop, stand, walk, climb stairs/ladders, and lift/carry heavy loads of 50 lb or more.
• Ability to exercise judgment based on analysis of multiple information sources.
• Willingness to consider new perspectives on existing solutions.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).
• Strong organizational skills and an advanced inquisitive mindset.
• Sophisticated math skills; ability to calculate mildly complex figures such as percentages, fractions, and financial‑related calculations.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Pay

The minimum salary for the Building Engineer position is $65,000 annually ($31.25 per hour) and the maximum salary is $80,000 annually ($38.46 per hour). Compensation will depend on the candidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience.