Lead Building Engineer
About The Position
National Development is hiring a full-time Lead Building Engineer to support its property management team maintaining more than one million square feet of office and retail space in Burlington, Massachusetts. The position reports directly to a Chief Engineer. The successful candidate will be skilled in general maintenance and physically able to perform maintenance tasks throughout the property. The Lead Building Engineer assists with maintenance across the assigned portfolio, including inspections, troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, work-order resolution, and coordination of vendors and service contractors. The role also involves responding to urgent work orders and emergencies, including on-call responsibilities, and providing professional customer service to tenants and team members. National Development describes itself as a real estate operating company that develops, operates, and invests in office, industrial, hospitality, retail, housing, and healthcare-related properties. The company offers a comprehensive benefits package and is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who accept a conditional employment offer will undergo a background check, drug test, and public social media screening in accordance with Massachusetts and federal law.
Requirements
- Skilled in general maintenance.
- Expertise in HVAC, building maintenance, and engineering best practices.
- Strong knowledge of Massachusetts building codes, safety requirements, and environmental regulations.
- Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot complex issues efficiently.
- Proficient in reading and interpreting technical manuals, blueprints, and schematics.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with property managers, tenants, and colleagues.
- Attention to detail and commitment to high-quality work.
- Physical ability to perform manual tasks and lift heavy equipment.
- Valid REAL ID driver's license and clean driving record.
- Client-service-oriented attitude; self-motivated and able to work independently.
- Willingness to assist with new tasks and learn new systems.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in commercial property management is preferred.
- A valid Massachusetts HVAC technician license is preferred but not required.
Responsibilities
- Assist the Chief Engineer with maintenance duties for the assigned portfolio.
- Conduct general site, building, and mechanical-room inspections to check cleanliness, safety, environmental compliance, and professional upkeep of systems.
- Troubleshoot and diagnose issues and provide effective solutions.
- Assist with preventive maintenance programs and ensure timely, efficient resolution of work orders, maintaining check-off lists, machinery histories, and safety inspection and test records.
- Assist the Chief Engineer with managing vendor performance, including scheduling, directing, and planning work by vendors and service contractors.
- Keep the Chief Engineer and Property Manager informed about operational status, major overhauls, and system casualties.
- Manage emergency situations and promptly address urgent work orders, including on-call responsibilities.
- Provide exceptional customer service and maintain professional conduct with tenants and team members.
- Proactively manage issues, represent National Development professionally, and contribute to its sustainability and corporate social responsibility culture.
- Assist team members and be willing to take on tasks without regard to whether they are considered below one's role.
Benefits
- Affordable health, dental, and vision plans for employees and dependents.
- Medical and dependent-care flexible spending plans.
- Life insurance and long-term disability coverage.
- Employee Assistance Program with life-management resources and confidential mental health and wellbeing support.
- Employee wellness incentives.
- Company-matched 401(k).
- Tuition reimbursement program.
- Paid time off.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
