Senior Chief Engineer

About the role

The Senior Chief Engineer is responsible for the effective daily leadership of his/her staff, managing the engineering program to the highest level of quality work and customer service and the administration of his/ her department in alignment with the Management Team, C&W Engineering Platform and Client expectations.

The Senior Chief Engineer will perform at the highest of ethical standard, reflecting the core values of C&W as defined in its Business Code of Conduct, Policies and Procedures Manual and other related Company Policy.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and supervision of engineering and maintenance staff, including hiring, training, personnel development and performance review
• Oversee properties totaling 500k square feet or more
• Conduct and assist with inspections and surveys, including energy audits and analysis, HVAC, electrical and plumbing systems, environmental and ADA compliance
• Supervise and review technical operations, surveys, energy audits and analysis, HVAC and electrical and plumbing systems, environmental compliance, ADA compliance and acquisitions, and third-party surveys
• Aid in the development of the property(s) operations budget. Provide operating cost estimates and comparisons in regard to service contracts, R&M estimates, utility consumption and spend, supplies, repair parts, department payroll, life safety programs and procedures, domestic water quality control, and enforcement of EPA and OSHA compliance
• Aid in the development of the Capital Budget Program, as well as the short and long term planning and analytics
• Coordinate and track career development for engineers and perform or assist in mid-year/annual performance evaluations of all engineering staff
• Oversee all building systems, including fire/life safety programs, plumbing, HVAC and electrical issues; must remain current with latest HVAC technology trends as well as preventive and predictive maintenance methodology
• Coordinate maintenance efforts with outside contractors, tenant finish personnel and engineers
• Support Property Management in the review and approval of construction documents. Ensure building standards are applied and adhered too accordingly
• Develop specifications and assist in solicitation and administration of maintenance/repair service contracts
• Aid in formulating marketing presentations/proposals, start-up processes for building acquisitions and reverse acquisitions, and the coordination of building equipment and services in support of tenant construction products
• Affirm compliance with applicable codes, requisitions, government agencies, and company directives related to building operations
• Support the Property or Facility Manager with rehabilitation projects such as replacement of HVAC systems, installation of new roofs, plumbing repairs and alterations to other Building Systems
• Support Property or Facility Manager on all items listed below (1-10)
• Prepare and present feasibility studies
• Prepare budget estimates
• Prepare schedule and manage its progress
• Prepare contract documents reflecting scope of work
• Manage the bidding process
• Prepare and expedite approval of all internal control documents
• Maintain complete project files recording progress, approvals, financial data and contracts
• Perform final inspections, punch list exceptions, and expedite corrective action

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
• 10+ years engineering experience with significant supervisory responsibility in a commercial property setting
• Experience in the operation, installation and maintenance of building systems with in-depth technical understanding and knowledge of all HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire/life safety, and control systems
• Vocational/Technical training certificate
• Appropriate license/permit for trade as may be required, i.e. Journeyman or Master Electrician License or City Licenses Universal Technician for CFC’s depending on market licensure requirements or any similar combination of education and experience
• Knowledge and understanding of all applicable practices/techniques, laws, project controls, and environmental regulations
• Familiarity with Energy Management System (EMS)/programming, fire alarm systems, and Building Management Systems
• Proficiency in the preparation of staff schedules, after hour assignment scheduling and coordination, preventive maintenance schedules and the ability to assess and prioritize immediate needs
• General knowledge of the property management financial reporting with primary focus on R&M expenses, Utility expenses and Capital expenses, as they pertain the department’s allocated monthly and annual budget
• Basic Computing Skills in Outlook, Excel & Word

Skills

• Communication Proficiency (oral and written)
• Interpersonal Skills
• Organization Skills
• Technical Proficiency
• Leadership

Benefits

In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements. The compensation for the position is: $ 89,250.00 - $105,000.00

Pay

$ 89,250.00 - $105,000.00