Building Engineer

CBRE HV•Fort Collins, CO

About The Position

As a CBRE Building Engineer, you will monitor, maintain, and repair building system operations and performance across areas including plumbing, electrical, painting, roofing, heating, and cooling. This 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 procedures to complex assignments, provides solutions, and shares expertise with colleagues. It may affect customer, operational, project, and service activities within the team and related teams. The engineer works within broad guidelines and policies, helps build consensus, and communicates difficult or sensitive information.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or trade school diploma with 4–5 years of job-related experience; a combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of a diploma.
Certifications or licenses required by local or state jurisdictions, as applicable.
Ability to meet the physical requirements of the role, including stooping, standing, walking, climbing stairs or ladders, and lifting or carrying loads of 50 lbs. or more.
Ability to exercise judgment based on analysis of multiple sources of information.
In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products, such as Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Organizational skills and an advanced inquisitive mindset.
Math skills sufficient to calculate mildly complex figures, including percentages, fractions, and other financial-related calculations.
Currently authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

Universal CFC certification.
Prior shift management or supervisory experience.
Willingness to take a new perspective on existing solutions.

Responsibilities

Perform maintenance and repairs on mechanical, plumbing, structural, furniture, fire, life-safety, and control systems.
Keep facility and building systems in compliance with applicable standards.
Comply with applicable codes, regulations, governmental agency requirements, company directives, and work-safety requirements related to building operations.
Maintain an energy management program and ensure systems operate efficiently.
Assist with 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, and maintain a clean and safe workplace.
Review building-system inspections, including fire alarms, HVAC, and plumbing, to ensure equipment operates within design capabilities and achieves client-prescribed environmental conditions.
Apply knowledge of standard principles and techniques to complete complex assignments and provide solutions.
Coach others and share knowledge of the job discipline and related disciplines.
Lead by example and model behaviors consistent with CBRE RISE values.
Build consensus and help others reach agreement.
Explain difficult or sensitive information.