Lead Building Engineer

Stream Realty•Washington, DC

2h•Onsite

About The Position

The Lead Building Engineer, under general direction, supervises and directs the maintenance, repair, and alteration of buildings and allied equipment; plans and schedules work projects; administers various service contracts; provides technical assistance to the Chief Building Engineer and performs related duties associated with the assigned portfolio as required.

Requirements

5 years of experience in Commercial Building Operations, Property Management, or a related industry required.
Strong verbal and written communication skills; prior experience communicating with tenants and/or vendors in a professional, courteous environment.
Good organizational skills. Attention to detail. Ability to multitask.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word.
Highly knowledgeable of commercial base building mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire, and life safety systems, and all related maintenance.
Comply with all applicable codes and regulations, government agencies, and Company directives related to building operations and work safety. Follows OSHA standards for building engineers.
Skill to analyze complex technical and administrative problems, evaluate alternatives, and recommend or adopt effective courses of action.
Ability to interpret plans, specifications, and sketches.
Attributes which align with Stream’s core values of Smart, Honest, Nice, and Passionate.

Nice To Haves

BOMI SMT/SMT designation preferred.
When applicable, obtain required city and/or government licenses or permits (i.e., Boiler Operating Permit, State Maintenance Electrician’s License, etc.).

Responsibilities

Plans, schedules, orders materials, and supervises work on plumbing, heating, air-conditioning, electrical, ventilation, and pumping systems.
Supervises minor construction or building alteration projects.
Keeps associated records and prepares reports.
Participates in the development and administration of maintenance, construction, or service contracts, including requests for proposals, bid conferences, evaluation, selection of bids, and award of contracts.
Coordinates and assists in coordinating building maintenance activities with other departments, divisions, and sections, the public, and with outside agencies.
Inspects buildings for safety hazards, maintenance needs, and disability access requirements.
Prepares plans and specifications for small remodeling, alteration, and construction projects.
Provides time and materials cost estimates.
Analyzes energy usage and costs and originates changes to reduce consumption.
Participates in the determination of maintenance and energy requirements of new buildings.
Involved in preparing the Building Maintenance budget and Capital Improvement Plans, as needed.
Assists with the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and work standards for the section.
Assists with the development of long-range plans and standards for building maintenance.
Participates in the selection, training, motivation, and evaluation of staff.
Establishes and maintains a cooperative working relationship with employees, members of other departments, other agencies, and the public.
Participates in the safety committee.
Responsible for various maintenance Safety programs such as respiratory protection, fall safety, and confined space.