Building Engineer

CBRE HV•Colorado Springs, CO

17d

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. This role is part of the Engineering and Technical Services job function, providing support, preventive maintenance, and repairs on equipment and systems. The position uses in-depth knowledge of engineering principles and techniques to handle complex assignments, contribute to team activities, and provide solutions. It also involves coaching others, modeling CBRE RISE values, building consensus, and communicating difficult or sensitive information.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or trade school diploma with 4–5 years of job-related experience; a combination of experience and education may be considered in lieu of a diploma.
Certifications or licenses as required by local or state jurisdictions.
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, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Organizational skills and an advanced inquisitive mindset.
Sophisticated math skills, including calculating mildly complex figures such as percentages, fractions, and financial-related calculations.

Nice To Haves

Universal CFC certification.
Prior shift management or supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

Perform maintenance and repairs on mechanical, plumbing, structural, furniture, fire, life safety, and control systems.
Keep facility and building systems up to applicable standards as assigned.
Comply with applicable codes, regulations, governmental agency requirements, and company directives related to building operations and work safety.
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, usage, and disposal of hazardous materials, and maintain a clean and safe workplace.
Review inspections of building systems, including fire alarms, HVAC, and plumbing, to ensure 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 job discipline and related disciplines within the function.
Lead by example and model behaviors consistent with CBRE RISE values.
Build consensus and convince others to reach agreement.
Support customer, operational, project, or service activities within the team and related teams.
Work within broad guidelines and policies and explain difficult or sensitive information.