Chief Building Engineer

Kidder Mathews Careers•Seattle, WA

3d•$50 - $60

About The Position

The Chief Building Engineer partners with the Asset Services Team to meet ongoing maintenance needs and maintain a high level of professionalism across portfolio maintenance. The role includes timely response to and resolution of tenant and owner requests or concerns. It leads Building Engineers and Maintenance Technicians, oversees preventive maintenance and inspections, performs maintenance at assigned properties, coordinates contracted services, and supports property quality, safety, customer service, and budgeting. The position has direct supervisory responsibility for up to six Building Engineers and/or Maintenance Technicians.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid driver’s license, automobile liability insurance, and eligibility for coverage by the company’s insurer.
Maintain an O7C electrical certification where applicable.
10+ years of experience in commercial building maintenance or a related field.
10+ years of experience operating relevant computer hardware and software, such as HVAC and security systems, MS Office, work order systems, and smartphones.
3+ years in a direct supervisory role.
Demonstrated working knowledge of typical office building systems, including mechanical, fire and life safety, electrical, HVAC, security, and plumbing systems.
Ability to obtain an employee fidelity bond.
Ability to work with minimal supervision and lead by example.
Excellent communication and organizational skills, and ability to build relationships with clients, vendors, and internal partners.
Ability to provide excellent customer service and mediate difficult client situations.
Ability to speak, write, and understand English.
Professional oral and written communication etiquette.
Ability to work in a team environment and proactively solve problems.
Ability to prioritize, multitask, and use resources to complete tasks in a deadline-oriented environment.
Initiative and troubleshooting skills.
Ability to use relevant technology, including a work order system and smartphone.
Willingness to pursue and demonstrate professional development and continual learning.
Ability to follow through and complete tasks.
Availability to work overtime and be on call as needed.
Professional, clean, and neat appearance.
Ability to provide small hand tools as needed.
Dependable vehicle capable of transporting needed tools and equipment, such as a ladder, power washer, and hand and power tools.
Ability to perform active physical work involving standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, climbing, and frequent ladder climbing; frequently lift or move items up to 10 pounds, sometimes more than 10 pounds, and rarely over 50 pounds.
Ability to talk and hear, meet the job’s specified vision requirements, and frequently drive an automobile.

Responsibilities

Manage and lead Building Engineers and Maintenance Technicians, including recruitment, supervision, scheduling, training, development, evaluation, and disciplinary action.
Coach, direct, and lead employees to achieve portfolio, company, and client results; promote a positive work environment aligned with company values.
Conduct regular team meetings and safety training.
Develop and implement the portfolio preventive maintenance program.
Ensure scheduled inspections are completed and submitted on time, and perform inspections at assigned properties.
Resolve or communicate inspection findings requiring follow-up to the Property Manager.
Provide the Property Manager with feedback about needed repairs and special services.
Ensure routine and scheduled maintenance and custodial tasks are completed, and perform these tasks at assigned properties.
Read and interpret manuals, construction drawings, diagrams, and work orders to perform maintenance tasks.
Maintain properties to Kidder Mathews and client quality standards.
Participate in property tours and client meetings.
Coordinate with contracted vendors, review their work, and ensure it meets expectations.
Review, monitor, or draft scopes of services and specifications for contracted services, partnering with management to develop specifications as needed.
Direct or supervise contracted vendors and contractors.
Respond to and resolve tenant service requests.
Provide professional, positive customer service to clients, vendors, and coworkers.
Support the annual operating and capital budgeting process as requested.
Use hand and power tools in accordance with safety practices.
Maintain a safe, clean work environment and follow safety procedures; promptly report accidents and potential hazards.
Perform other duties or projects as requested or required.