Lead Building Engineer

Responsibilities

• Maintain and check operating logs daily on the following: air conditioning, fan units, graph charts, utility meters and general complaints.
• Organize work orders to be performed by Building Engineers.
• Ensure that building systems and tenant service requests are handled efficiently at the most economical cost.
• Strive for minimal equipment downtime.
• Oversee and adhere to the established preventive maintenance program.
• Aid in the development of the annual budget and RFP process for budgeted projects.
• Order supplies and materials via written or verbal communications when approved by Building Manager.
• Maintain monthly inventory of expendable supplies and materials that are used frequently.
• Maintain inventory of permanent tools and equipment annually.
• Maintain and record meter readings.
• Make weekly inspections of all engineering spaces and equipment.
• Submit monthly reports to Building Manager on work performed and work needed to be done.
• Respond to tenant complaints and ensure all reasonable measures are taken to satisfy the tenant’s needs in a timely and efficient manner.
• Understand operating procedures and proper chemical treatment levels for cooling towers and boilers.
• Responsible for chemical treatment of machines at all times including blow down of boilers covering weekdays and weekends.
• Maintain and check service contractors work schedule.
• Ensure time, date, repairs are made and properly recorded.
• Have a complete understanding of life safety systems, and what the procedures are in the event of a fire.
• May coordinate evening fire alarm tests and also test to ensure elevator capture system works properly.
• Accountable for implementation of national policy.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma.
• Minimum of 7 years previous building operations engineering experience.
• Ability to handle multiple projects and make decisions.
• Proficient computer and e-mail skills.
• Holds necessary/required licenses.
• Must have the ability to complete required safety classes that pertain to specific job duties.

Skills

• Building Operations Engineering.
• Chemical Treatment of Cooling Towers and Boilers.
• Fire Safety Procedures.
• Preventive Maintenance.
• Service Contractor Management.
• Work Order Organization.

Benefits and Perks

• Industry leading Parental Leave Policy (up to 16 weeks).
• Generous healthcare.
• Bright Horizons back-up care program.
• Generous paid time off.
• Education reimbursement.
• Referral Program.
• Opportunities to network and connect.

Working Conditions

Normal working conditions with the absence of disagreeable elements.