Regional Engineer
Primary Purpose of Position
Oversee, monitor, and facilitate engineering operations for existing assets, new development, and acquisition projects in the regional portfolio.
Essential Functions
- Building Operations
- Oversee management of engineering operations at existing assets and new development projects to ensure consistency of performance.
- Manage the proficient operation of assets to certify all systems are maintained in first class condition.
- Buildings systems to include and not be limited to: HVAC, electrical, plumbing, elevator, energy management, and fire alarm, structural and key control.
- Serve as the Regional Energy Manager responsible for cost efficient building operations.
- Oversee engineering operating budgets and oversee purchasing by Chief Engineers.
- Procure and evaluate bid proposals for service contracts e.g. life safety, electrical and mechanical services.
- Aid Regional Property Managers to scope and bid PM related services.
- Manage Angus Anywhere preventative maintenance, loss control and service call programs.
- Manage work productivity thru service call and preventive maintenance program reporting.
- Ensure contracted maintenance, repair and/or construction activities conform to established building policies and standards.
- Conduct periodic building inspection and audits to confirm compliance with operations and maintenance programs including: service call programs, preventative maintenance, loss prevention activities, safety training, hazardous materials, OSHA compliance, water treatment and record keeping.
- Review tenant and base building renovation plans and specifications, providing comments relating to design problems or conflicts to existing building systems or structures.
- Aid in developing standard operating procedures for the engineering teams.
- Respond to building emergencies and provide backup support to Chief Engineers.
- Represent Property Management at tenant construction meetings as necessary.
- Cook up regional discount purchasing programs.
- Supervisory
- Provide direction in managing the engineering staff through hiring, performance management and annual performance review and compensation process for assigned engineering staff, if applicable.
Region/Building Specific Functions
Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements and Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent educational certification required.
- Accredited technical school, military or college certification in HVAC or Operating Engineering Technologies preferred.
- A minimum of 8-10 years of progressively responsible experience in the engineering, construction, and operations of class A commercial office buildings.
- Knowledgeable in applicable codes and standards at local, state and federal levels for commercial office building operations; develop working relationships with both internal and external resources to assist with code review and interpretation.
- Certified Energy Manager (CEM) preferred.
- RPA Real Property Administrator (RPA) preferred.
- Operating and/or Steam Engineering license preferred.
- Licensed mechanical engineer certification preferred.
- Knowledgeable in OSHA and National/Local Building Codes.
- Excellent mechanical aptitude and a demonstrated proficiency in the operation, and maintenance of electrical and mechanical systems.
- Excellent troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
- Excellent technical and proven problem-solving skills.
- Proven customer service skills.
- Excellent leadership skills.
- Able to work independently as well as an effective team member or leader.
- Excellent communications and organizational skills.
- Able to coordinate work efficiently, set priorities and motivate others.
- Able to demonstrate multi-task management skills.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Applications.
- Valid Driver’s License required.
Physical Requirements
- Involves work of a general office nature usually performed sitting such as operation of a computer.
- Involves work of a general office nature usually performed standing such as operation of a fax and printer.
- Involves movement between departments to facilitate work.
- Vision ability must allow the reading of printed materials, prints and drawings.
- May be required to stoop, crouch, kneel, crawl, balance, climb stairs, and work at heights and in environment with temperature ranges both while working outside and inside.
- May be required to lift and move objects up to 50 pounds.
- Travel between buildings is required.
Internal and External Contacts
- Regularly interfaces with tenants, various BXP staff, vendors, construction professionals and consultants.
Reporting Structure
Reports to the VP, Engineering who provides supervision, guidance and evaluates work performance on a periodic basis.
Salary Range
$154,000 - $211,160. BXP offers a competitive total rewards package including base salary and annual discretionary bonus. The range represents expected base salary; compensation will be determined based on role, skills, experience, qualifications, location, and other job-related factors. Our comprehensive benefits include medical and dental coverage, a retirement savings plan with competitive company match, backup childcare, educational assistance, employee support programs, a generous commuter transit subsidy and more. BXP is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace.