Regional Chief Engineer

Kidder Matthews•Tukwila, WA

About The Position

The Regional Chief Engineer supports the SVP & Director of Engineering in managing and monitoring the Engineering Department’s financial performance, understanding and operating within the budget, and maximizing profitability while maintaining service. The role partners with the Asset Services Team on business development opportunities, including sourcing and participating in pursuits, and serves as a technical resource to the Engineering Team. The Regional Chief is responsible for ensuring the team meets the ongoing maintenance needs of its assignments and responds professionally and promptly to tenant and owner requests. The role leads Building Engineers and Maintenance Technicians, overseeing recruitment, supervision, scheduling, training, development, evaluation, and discipline. It develops and implements preventive maintenance programs, supports inspections and repairs, coordinates contracted services, responds to tenant requests, and works with property managers and clients. The position also supports operating and capital budgeting, promotes workplace safety, and maintains the quality and appearance of assigned properties. The work is active and involves frequent exposure to fumes, loud noise, airborne particles, and hot or cold temperatures. It requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, climbing, frequent ladder use and driving, and regularly talking and hearing. The employee frequently lifts or moves items up to 10 pounds, sometimes more than 10 pounds, and rarely over 50 pounds. The role has direct and indirect supervisory responsibility for up to 9 or more Chief Engineers, Building Engineers, and/or Maintenance Technicians.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid driver’s license, automobile liability insurance, and ability to be covered by the company’s insurer.
Maintain an O7C electrical certification where applicable.
At least 10 years of experience in commercial building maintenance or a related field.
At least 10 years of experience operating relevant computer hardware and software, such as HVAC and security systems, Microsoft Office, work-order systems, and smartphones.
At least 3 years in a direct supervisory role.
Demonstrated working knowledge of typical office building systems, including mechanical, fire and life safety, electrical, HVAC, security, and plumbing systems.
Ability to obtain an employee fidelity bond.
Ability to work with minimal supervision and lead by example.
Excellent communication and organizational skills; ability to build relationships with clients, vendors, and internal partners.
Ability to provide excellent customer service and mediate difficult client situations.
Ability to speak, write, and understand English; professional oral and written communication etiquette.
Ability to work in a team environment and proactively solve problems.
Ability to prioritize, multitask, and use resources to complete tasks in a deadline-oriented environment.
Demonstrated initiative, troubleshooting skills, and ability to use relevant technology, including work-order systems and smartphones.
Willingness to pursue professional development and continual learning.
Demonstrated ability to follow through and complete tasks.
Availability to work overtime and be on call as needed.
Professional, clean, and neat appearance.
Ability to provide small hand tools as needed and a dependable vehicle capable of transporting necessary tools and equipment, such as a ladder, power washer, and hand and power tools.

Responsibilities

Support the SVP & Director of Engineering in managing and monitoring the Engineering Department’s financial performance and operating within budget guidelines.
Partner with the Asset Services Team on business development, including sourcing and participating in pursuits.
Serve as a technical resource to the Engineering Team.
Recruit, supervise, schedule, train, develop, evaluate, and discipline Building Engineers and Maintenance Technicians.
Coach, direct, and lead employees to achieve portfolio, company, and client results; promote a positive working environment aligned with Kidder Mathews values.
Conduct team meetings and safety trainings.
Develop and implement the portfolio’s preventive maintenance program.
Ensure scheduled inspections are completed and submitted on time; perform inspections at assigned properties.
Ensure inspection findings requiring follow-up are resolved or communicated to the Property Manager.
Provide Property Managers with feedback about needed repairs and special services.
Ensure routine and scheduled maintenance and custodial tasks are completed, and perform these tasks at assigned properties.
Read and interpret manuals, construction drawings, diagrams, and work orders to perform maintenance tasks.
Maintain properties’ appearance to Kidder Mathews and client standards.
Participate in property tours and client meetings.
Partner with contracted vendors; review, monitor, or draft service scopes and specifications; and supervise or direct vendors and contractors to ensure work quality.
Respond to and resolve tenant service requests.
Provide professional, positive customer service to clients, vendors, coworkers, and others.
Support annual operating and capital budgeting processes as requested.
Use hand and power tools in accordance with safety practices.
Maintain a safe, clean work environment and follow safety procedures; promptly report accidents and potential safety hazards.
Perform other duties or projects as requested or required.