Chief Building Engineer

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of building maintenance, including HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems.
• Monitor building energy usage and ensure efficient operations.
• Oversee contractor work and manage tenant improvement projects.
• Prepare budgets; control inventory and purchasing.
• Supervise, train, and evaluate Engineering staff; develop and implement performance goals and staff development plans.
• Collaborate with tenants, contractors, and property managers to ensure reliable building operations and address tenant issues.
• As assigned, work with vendors to identify scopes of work and oversee compliance with contract terms and quality control.
• Conduct thorough inspections to ensure systems are operating efficiently; maintain detailed documentation and service logs for building equipment; maintain compliance logs.
• Follow company safety protocols and wear appropriate PPE; enforce compliance with OSHA, NEC, NFC, NFPA regulations; manage safety protocols, including the lockout/tagout program; report safety hazards; participate in safety inspections; ensure all staff members follow safety protocols and comply with building codes and regulations; oversee safety training.
• Communicate verbally and in writing with teammates, leadership team, vendors, tenants, and client employees in a professional manner, keeping the appropriate customer(s) informed/updated as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• At least ten years of industry-related experience or commensurate certification/trade experience.
• At least five years of supervisory, training, and mentoring experience including developing and delivering performance appraisals and disciplinary action.
• CFC Certification preferred or willingness to obtain as requested; possess engineering and trade licenses required according to local, state, or national requirements.
• In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products, energy management software systems, CMMS, and other building operational platforms.
• Ability to travel daily to assigned properties as necessary.
• Ability to demonstrate advanced knowledge of HVAC, BAS, fire protection, and life safety systems.
• Strong troubleshooting, capital budgeting, and energy management skills/practices.
• Strong contract administration and project management skills.
• Familiar with fire/life safety equipment/procedures.
• Proven track record of delivering excellent internal and external customer service; ability to successfully interact/communicate with tenants/vendors/contractors as well as teammates and leadership team.
• Familiarity with blueprints and code requirements.
• Ability to act as the primary point of contact/first responder for building emergencies, ensuring the proper amount of coverage; ability to work after hours, weekends, holidays, and during emergency situations as necessary to meet the needs of the client.
• Possess competent knowledge of use and care of tools.
• Ability to read and write English in order to understand manuals and procedures, and to write reports.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, climb ladders, and lift up to 50 pounds; perform physically demanding tasks such as stooping, crouching, and kneeling.
• This position is 100% in-office. The role requires working in office during standard business hours. Remote work or telecommuting is not an option for this position.

Pay

$45 USD - $52 USD