[UNION] Chief Engineer

Chief Engineer is responsible for the effective daily leadership of staff, managing the engineering program to the highest level of quality work and customer service, and administering the engineering department in alignment with the management team, the C&W engineering platform, and client expectations. The Chief Engineer will perform at the highest ethical standards, reflecting the core values of C&W.

Responsibilities

• Supervise engineers and maintenance staff including hiring, training, and personnel development.
• Ensure performance management, coaching, and development of team members through established HR processes and disciplinary actions.
• Participate and coordinate annual scheduling and execution of the C&W Safety Program; ensure 100% compliance at the site.
• Manage operational accounts for the building, including variance reporting, and assist in developing operating and capital budgets.
• Oversee utility management, including tracking use, consumption, cost, reporting, comparison models, sub-metering, budgeting, and variances.
• Conduct regular inspections of building systems and equipment; identify and resolve issues.
• Recommend and implement improvements for preventive maintenance programs.
• Develop, implement, and maintain an effective preventive and predictive maintenance program for task scheduling, routines, and performance, aligned with manufacturer recommendations and industry best practices.
• Develop and maintain building-specific maintenance and safety procedure manuals; train building personnel.
• Coordinate development of and maintain an Operations Document Library, including construction plans, structural plans, as-built drawings, MEP schedules, line diagrams, equipment manuals, warranties, and commissioning documents.
• Formulate and conduct building-related systems and equipment training.
• Coordinate maintenance efforts with outside contractors, tenant finish personnel, and engineers.
• Oversee all building systems including fire/life safety, plumbing, HVAC, and electrical; remain current with latest HVAC technology trends.
• Maintain ongoing communication with tenants, clients, property management, and vendors.
• Develop specifications and assist in solicitation, administration, execution, and performance of maintenance/repair service contracts.
• Respond to all emergency situations (fire, evacuation, equipment failure) and customer concerns.
• Implement and administer inventory control programs; purchase parts and supplies.
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes, requisitions, government agency, and company directives related to building operations.
• Support the Property or Facility Manager with rehabilitation projects such as HVAC system replacement, roof installation, plumbing repairs, and alterations to building systems.
• Prepare and present feasibility studies, budget estimates, schedules, and contract documents; manage the bidding process and construction progress.
• Monitor construction to ensure compliance with contract documents; coordinate work with users and internal support groups.
• Maintain complete project files recording progress, approvals, financial data, and contracts; perform final inspections and expedite corrective action.
• Perform approximately 50% operating engineer responsibilities; may be the only maintenance staff member on duty during certain shifts; may require shift work, on-call, or stand-by duties.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• 7+ years of related work experience in a commercial property setting or equivalent combination of education and experience in operation, installation, and maintenance of building systems with in-depth technical knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire/life safety, and control systems.
• Vocational/Technical training certificate.
• Appropriate license/permit for trade as required (e.g., Journeyman or Master Electrician License, City Licenses).
• Universal Technician certification for CFCs, depending on market licensure requirements.
• Financial knowledge for reading and understanding budgets, budget variances, and basic reporting.
• Familiarity with Energy Management Systems (EMS)/programming and fire alarm systems.
• Basic computing skills in Outlook, Excel, and Word.
• Working knowledge of building systems, contractual maintenance, construction, and local laws/building codes pertaining to operations and safety.

Skills

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

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines. Regular travel between properties in varying weather conditions is required.

Physical Demands

• Ability to stoop, stand, climb, and frequently lift a minimum of 50 lbs. of equipment (pumps, tools, ladders).
• Regularly crouch and reach to install/move equipment by bending forward at the waist or bending legs and spine.
• Movement between departments, floors, and properties to facilitate work.
• Ability to speak clearly and read/understand information presented orally and in writing.
• Regularly utilize vision abilities for reading printed material, drawings, and schematics.

Pay

The compensation for this position is $49.28 - $57.98 per hour, depending on factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements. The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role.

Benefits

Cushman & Wakefield provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, including:

• Health, vision, and dental insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts and health savings accounts.
• Retirement savings plans.
• Life and disability insurance programs.
• Paid and unpaid time away from work.
• Competitive pay, which may vary based on eligibility factors.