Lead Building Engineer

About the role

The Lead Building Engineer oversees and manages the day-to-day operations and maintenance of building systems, ensuring efficient and safe building performance. They supervise engineering staff and contractors, collaborate with tenants and vendors, and manage preventive maintenance schedules.

Responsibilities

• Monitor the operating condition of all HVAC, plumbing, and electrical equipment.
• Coordinate preventive maintenance and emergency repairs for the building.
• Oversee service contractors while ensuring compliance with building standards.
• Supervise and mentor junior Engineers and Technicians; assist in setting staff performance goals and evaluating progress.
• Collaborate with tenants, contractors, and property managers to ensure reliable building operations and resolve tenant issues.
• Work with vendors to identify scopes of work and oversee compliance with contract terms and quality control.
• Conduct regular building inspections and proactively address deficiencies.
• Manage preventive maintenance schedules and ensure they are executed effectively.
• Record equipment readings and ensure assigned building systems are operating according to standards.
• Follow company safety protocols and wear appropriate PPE; ensure compliance with OSHA, NEC, NFC, NFPA regulations; report safety hazards; participate in safety inspections; ensure all staff follow safety protocols and comply with building codes and regulations; oversee safety training and maintain compliance logs.
• 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.
• Five to seven years of industry-related experience or commensurate certification/trade experience.
• At least one year of formal or informal supervisory, training, and/or mentoring experience.
• 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.
• 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 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.
• Ability to demonstrate in-depth knowledge of building automation systems (BAS), HVAC, and electrical controls with skills in troubleshooting complex mechanical and electrical systems.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, climb ladders, and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Perform physically demanding tasks such as stooping, crouching, and kneeling.