CHIEF BUILDING ENGINEER - FLORENCE, KY

Compass Group•FLORENCE, KY

2d•$100,000 - $109,500•Onsite

About The Position

ESFM is the corporate facilities management (FM) division of Compass Group USA. ESFM self-performs 80% of all FM services provided to clients. Our portfolio of solution categories includes Facilities Maintenance & Engineering, ESG Programming, Laboratory Support Services, Janitorial & Industrial Cleaning, Landscaping & Grounds Management, Workplace Solutions and Managed Services. This self-performance model creates a consistent hospitality experience for clients, resulting in higher engagement and productivity from their employees. ESFM’s clients include many household names from the life sciences, technology, oil & gas and manufacturing markets. The Chief Building Engineer serves as the on-site engineering leader with full accountability for the delivery of Integrated Facilities Management (IFM) services, including hard services, critical infrastructure, and advanced liquid cooling systems supporting high-density compute environments. This role provides technical leadership, team management, and operational oversight to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient facility performance.

Requirements

7–10+ years of experience in facility engineering or mission-critical environments
Proven experience leading engineering teams or site operations
Strong technical knowledge of HVAC, mechanical, electrical, and liquid cooling systems
Experience working in data center or high-reliability environments
Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills

Nice To Haves

Experience with direct-to-chip, immersion, or high-density liquid cooling systems
Background in Integrated Facilities Management (IFM) delivery
Experience with BMS/EPMS and CMMS platforms
Relevant technical certifications (mechanical, HVAC, or electrical)

Responsibilities

Lead all aspects of IFM hard services delivery across mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and critical infrastructure systems
Direct, manage, and develop a team of building engineers, technicians, and specialty contractors; establish clear roles, shift coverage, and accountability
Serve as the site technical authority for liquid cooling systems including CDUs, pumps, heat exchangers, piping, and integrated controls
Oversee operation, maintenance, and optimization of liquid cooling systems, including monitoring temperature, pressure, and flow performance
Lead incident response, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis for mechanical and cooling system failures
Ensure reliable 24/7 operation of mission-critical systems through preventive and predictive maintenance programs
Own site-level KPIs, SLAs, and compliance with safety, regulatory, and environmental standards
Manage vendor relationships, OEM coordination, and third-party service providers
Act as the primary engineering interface with client stakeholders and support operational reviews
Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on uptime, efficiency, sustainability, and system resilience