CHIEF ENGINEER

Compass Group•Florence, KY

9d•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 Engineer serves as the on-site leader responsible for the operation, maintenance, and reliability of all building systems, with a strong focus on electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and critical infrastructure. This role provides technical leadership, hands-on oversight, and team management to ensure preventive and corrective maintenance activities are executed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with operational standards, while maintaining optimal facility performance and system uptime.

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 maintenance, electrical, plumbing.
Experience working in data center or high-reliability environments
Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills

Nice To Haves

Background in Integrated Facilities Management (IFM) delivery
Experience with BMS/EPMS and CMMS platforms
Relevant technical certifications (mechanical 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
Lead incident response, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis for mechanical
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