Chief Engineer

Pritchard Industries•Philadelphia, PA

16d•$34 - $37•Onsite

About The Position

Pritchard Industries is seeking an experienced Chief Engineer to serve as its on-site point of contact and liaison with the client Facilities Management Team. The Chief Engineer has authority to act on behalf of Pritchard and performs engineering and mechanical services needed for safe, efficient building operations in line with management’s objectives. The role oversees the Maintenance Engineering Department, staff and contractors, preventive maintenance, safety programs, reporting, budgets, building systems, repairs, and responses to tenant and building emergencies.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent from an accredited institution.
Two or more years of supervisory experience.
Possess one of the listed state licenses or certifications, such as a Boiler Operating Permit or EPA CFC Universal Certification Technician certificate.
Five or more years of direct experience in mechanical, electrical, life-safety, and plumbing operations in commercial office buildings, including safety, code compliance, and technology utilization.
Experience preparing and administering budgets.
Knowledge of property management procedures.
Ability to efficiently handle and coordinate multiple tasks and project assignments.
Experience with contract negotiation and administration.
Strong supervisory and decision-making skills.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and construction documents.
Ability to read and use testing equipment, including analog and digital multimeters, pressure and temperature indicating and recording devices, airflow measuring devices, and leak detection devices.
Knowledge and proper use of basic hand tools and power tools.
Ability to read and understand instructions, including equipment manuals, in written, oral, or schedule form.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work well in stressful, high-pressure situations.
Strong computer skills.
Ability to interact with employees, tenants, and contractors with poise and diplomacy.
Ability to understand and apply correct use of personal safety equipment.
Ability to interpret operating and capital budgets and assist the property management team with creating them.
Strong critical-thinking skills.
Ability to lift 25 lbs. or more and climb stairs and ladders.

Responsibilities

Organize and oversee the functioning of the Maintenance Engineering Department.
Maintain active contact with personnel to promote high performance standards in maintenance activities.
Assist in developing, managing, and implementing the preventive maintenance program (CMMS).
Coordinate with Management to develop and assign work schedules.
Provide daily, weekly, and monthly reports to Management on Engineering Department activities.
Assign work orders, prepare timesheets, and sign off on work performed.
Promote orientation and on-the-job safety training for new employees and subcontracted staff.
Coordinate and inspect outside subcontractor activities.
Direct the operation of safety regulations and programs.
Establish controls to minimize maintenance costs while maximizing operating efficiency.
Periodically check maintenance personnel’s work and implement methods to maintain high performance standards.
Coordinate maintenance department efforts with Management, including non-routine requests.
Report proposed changes in staff shifts, overtime requests, vacation scheduling, absenteeism, disciplinary actions, and other personnel matters to Management.
Coordinate responses to building emergencies and protect building equipment and tenants; take necessary corrective action when Management is unavailable.
Routinely evaluate personnel performance against maintenance department objectives.
Assist with promoting good labor relations and handling unsettled labor disputes.
Maintain records relating to personnel and maintenance matters.
Interface with the Fire Department or Fire Insurance Carrier to support a safe building environment.
Perform repairs and maintenance on building systems, including plumbing, bathrooms, lighting, and painting.
Inspect facility areas routinely to identify possible compromises or breaches, including at the roof and fence line.
Respond to tenant calls about facility management and operational issues.
Ensure the integrity and operation of equipment and systems detailed in the RFP.
Report incidents and accidents to Corporate Offices.
Execute other objectives as defined by Management.
Work overtime as business needs deem appropriate.