Building Engineer- Commercial buildings

TGG Accounting•Fort Wayne, IN

36d•$60,000 - $70,000•Onsite

About The Position

Are you a hands-on building operations leader ready to step into a working manager role? Our client is looking for a Building Engineer to oversee a Class A high-rise office building in Fort Wayne and lead a dedicated maintenance team. This position is onsite and will also support additional buildings over time as their portfolio grows. As our client's Building Engineer, you’ll be the operational heartbeat of the property. Key responsibilities include:

Requirements

3+ years of mechanical/facilities maintenance experience
Prior leadership or supervisory experience
Commercial or high-rise building experience
Ability to manage contractors and coordinate repairs
Hands-on approach with strong communication and tenant service skills
Experience with Yardi or similar systems

Nice To Haves

HVAC certification or relevant HVAC experience
Knowledge across plumbing, mechanical, and electrical systems
Class A building experience
Experience implementing or improving maintenance processes

Responsibilities

Lead & Mentor the Team
Supervise 3 full-time techs + part-time technicians
Provide daily guidance, support, and leadership
Oversee Day-to-Day Building Operations
Manage a Class A high-rise with 15 tenants
Act as the primary point of contact for tenant requests
Hands-On Facilities Work
Perform mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and general maintenance tasks
Ensure all building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, life safety) are operating optimally
Vendor & Project Oversight
Coordinate contractors, repair work, and capital projects
Manage work orders through Yardi
Support Portfolio Growth
Assist with operations as new buildings are added