Chief Engineer
About The Position
The Chief Engineer leads building operations and engineering management for commercial properties, ensuring the performance, sustainability, and safety of complex facility systems. The role oversees critical infrastructure, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire safety, and energy management systems, and directs technicians and maintenance professionals. The Chief Engineer helps implement building technologies, predictive maintenance programs, and sustainability initiatives while optimizing operational costs. The position serves as a technical advisor to property management teams and clients, providing guidance on capital improvements, system upgrades, and long-term facility planning. It collaborates with property managers, leasing professionals, and corporate real estate specialists to support safe, efficient, and sustainable workplaces.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Civil Engineering, or a related technical field.
- Minimum 7 years of commercial building operations experience.
- Professional engineering license (PE) or equivalent technical certifications, with expertise in commercial HVAC, electrical, and building automation systems.
- Extensive knowledge of building codes, life safety systems, environmental regulations, and OSHA compliance requirements for commercial properties.
- Leadership and team management skills, including experience supervising technical staff and coordinating with diverse stakeholders.
- Advanced proficiency in building automation systems, energy management software, and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
- Analytical and problem-solving abilities, with experience handling complex technical challenges and emergency response situations.
- Budget management and financial analysis skills, including experience controlling operational costs and planning capital expenditures.
- Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship; this position does not provide visa sponsorship.
Nice To Haves
- Master's degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, or a related technical field, specializing in building systems or energy management.
- 10 or more years of progressive engineering leadership experience in commercial real estate, with exposure to Class A office buildings or mixed-use developments.
- Certifications such as CEM (Certified Energy Manager), LEED AP, or similar sustainability and energy-efficiency credentials.
- Experience with smart building technologies, IoT systems, and advanced building analytics platforms for predictive maintenance and performance optimization.
- Knowledge of renewable energy systems, carbon reduction strategies, and ESG reporting requirements for institutional real estate portfolios.
- Experience managing engineering operations for properties exceeding 500,000 square feet or complex multi-building campuses.
- Advanced project management capabilities, including leading major capital improvement projects and system modernization initiatives.
- Bilingual capabilities to support diverse tenant populations and coordinate with international service providers.
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage engineering teams responsible for maintaining complex building systems across one or multiple commercial properties.
- Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs, energy management strategies, and capital improvement plans.
- Oversee emergency response procedures and coordinate with authorities, contractors, and internal teams during critical incidents or system failures.
- Manage annual engineering operating budgets, including maintenance contracts, utility costs, and capital expenditure planning, and provide financial reporting.
- Conduct building inspections and system assessments to identify improvement opportunities, code compliance issues, and safety hazards.
- Coordinate vendors, contractors, and service providers to ensure quality delivery of maintenance services and system installations or upgrades.
- Prepare technical reports and presentations for property owners, investors, and senior management on building performance, sustainability metrics, and recommended improvements.
- Ensure compliance with building codes, environmental regulations, OSHA safety standards, and local jurisdiction requirements.
- Mentor engineering staff and technicians and foster safety, continuous learning, and operational excellence.
Benefits
- 401(k) plan with matching company contributions
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision care
- Paid parental leave at 100% of salary
- Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
- Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
