Building Engineer

About the role

CBRE is a Fortune 500 company committed to sustainability and innovation. We are seeking Commercial Building Engineers to join our team. This role involves monitoring, maintaining, and repairing building system operations, including plumbing, electrical, painting, roofing, heating, and cooling.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs to the 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, and company directives related to building operations and work safety.
• Maintain an energy management program. Ensure all systems operate in the most efficient manner.
• Aid in the implementation of a preventive maintenance program to ensure that building machinery and systems meet or exceed their rated life.
• 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 operation of equipment is within design capabilities and achieves environmental conditions prescribed by client.
• Apply in-depth knowledge of standard principles and techniques/procedures to accomplish complex assignments and provide innovative solutions.
• Coach others and share in-depth knowledge of own job discipline and broad knowledge of several job disciplines within the function.
• Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values.
• Work to build consensus and convince others to reach an agreement.
• Impact a range of customer, operational, project or service activities within own team and other related teams.
• Explain difficult or sensitive information.
• Supervisory Responsibilities: No formal supervisory responsibilities in this position. May provide informal assistance such as technical guidance and/or training to coworkers. May coordinate work and assign tasks.

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Minimum of five (5) years of building engineering or job-related experience.
• Building Engineering experience that focuses on HVAC/R, Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing.
• Building Management Systems (BMS) and Building Automation Systems (BAS) experience is a plus.
• EPA certification required.
• Additional certifications 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.

Qualifications

• Must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.
• Meet the physical requirements of this role including stooping, standing, walking, climbing stairs/ladders, and the ability to lift/carry heavy loads of 50 lbs. or more.
• Understanding of existing procedures and standards to solve slightly complex problems.
• Ability to analyze possible solutions using technical experience to apply appropriate judgment and precedents.
• Strong organizational skills with an inquisitive mindset.
• In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).

Skills

• Technical expertise in HVAC/R, Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing.
• Knowledge of Building Management Systems (BMS) and Building Automation Systems (BAS).
• Ability to maintain and repair building systems.
• Compliance with relevant codes and regulations.
• Energy management and efficiency.
• Emergency response and troubleshooting.
• Facility maintenance and safety.
• Leadership and coaching abilities.
• Effective communication and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

CBRE offers competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401(k), and more. Internal advancement opportunities are available after six months. Work/life balance is also a priority at CBRE.