Building Engineer

CBRE HV•Overland Park, KS

About The Position

As a CBRE Building Engineer, you will monitor, maintain, and repair building system operations and the performance of areas including plumbing, electrical, painting, roofing, heating, and cooling. The role is part of Engineering and Technical Services and provides support, preventive maintenance, and repairs for equipment and systems. The position applies in-depth knowledge of engineering principles and techniques to complex assignments and solutions. It also involves coaching others, sharing knowledge across job disciplines, modeling CBRE RISE values, building consensus, and influencing customer, operational, project, or service activities within the team and related teams. The Building Engineer works within broad guidelines and policies and explains difficult or sensitive information.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or trade school diploma and 4–5 years of job-related experience; a combination of experience and education may be considered in lieu of a diploma.
Certifications or licenses required by local or state jurisdictions, as applicable.
Ability to meet physical requirements, including stooping, standing, walking, climbing stairs or ladders, and lifting or carrying loads of 50 pounds or more.
Ability to exercise judgment based on analysis of multiple sources of information.
Willingness to take a new perspective on existing solutions.
In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products such as Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Organizational skills and an advanced inquisitive mindset.
Sophisticated math skills, including calculating mildly complex figures such as percentages, fractions, and other financial-related calculations.

Nice To Haves

Universal CFC certification is preferred.
Prior shift management or supervisory experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform maintenance and repairs on mechanical, plumbing, structural, furniture, fire, life safety, and control systems.
Maintain facility and building systems to applicable standards.
Comply with applicable codes, regulations, governmental agency requirements, company directives, and work-safety practices related to building operations.
Maintain an energy management program and ensure systems operate efficiently.
Assist in implementing a preventive maintenance program so building machinery and systems meet or exceed their rated life.
Perform emergency repairs as needed.
Follow departmental policies for the safe storage, use, and disposal of hazardous materials.
Maintain a clean and safe workplace.
Review inspections of building systems, including fire alarms, HVAC, and plumbing, to verify equipment operates within design capabilities and achieves environmental conditions prescribed by the client.
Apply in-depth knowledge of standard principles and techniques to complete complex assignments and provide innovative solutions.
Coach others and share knowledge of the role and other job disciplines within the function.
Model behaviors consistent with CBRE RISE values, build consensus, and help others reach agreement.
Influence customer, operational, project, or service activities within the team and related teams.
Explain difficult or sensitive information.