V.P., Engineering ($203,200.00 - $292,200.00)

Irvine Company•Irvine, CA

12d•$203,200 - $292,200•Onsite

About The Position

The Vice President, Engineering leads strategy, technical oversight, operational performance, and safety for core building systems across the Apartments Division. The role provides technical expertise to evaluate, review, and optimize HVAC, electrical, plumbing, elevator, and Fire & Life Safety (FLS) systems. Through trend analysis, system reviews, and operational risk identification, the Vice President develops solutions that improve performance, capital efficiency, and equipment useful life. In partnership with Operations and Executive Leadership, the position drives continuous improvement, environmental compliance, and standardized engineering practices across the division. The role leads the Engineering, Energy Management, and Fire Life Safety teams; oversees building systems training and leadership development; and establishes standards for system operations, maintenance, repairs, safety, and regulatory compliance. It also supports budgeting, forecasting, contract administration, business continuity, divisional risk compliance, sustainability initiatives, and community inspections. Travel is required as needed across property portfolios in Orange County, Silicon Valley, and San Diego.

Requirements

Advanced technical knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, elevator, and FLS systems, schematics, engineering plans, and sequences of operation.
Strong analytical skills, including interpreting operational data, synthesizing trends, and translating technical concepts into executive-level reporting and recommendations.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
10 or more years of relevant work experience preferred.
Valid California driver’s license and continuous vehicle liability insurance as required by state law; the role requires regular and frequent vehicle operation.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
Certified Facilities Manager (CFM), Certified Energy Manager (CEM), and/or Certified Safety Professional (CSP) certification.

Responsibilities

Provide leadership and oversight of the Engineering, Energy Management, and Fire Life Safety teams.
Lead building systems training and leadership development for maintenance directors and property maintenance teams.
Develop, implement, and maintain standards for optimized operations, repair, and preventive maintenance of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, elevators, generators, FLS, and roofing systems.
Develop, manage, and measure performance using Engineering Key Performance Indicators, including building system functionality and service request trends.
Collaborate with Community Management, Asset Management, and Capital Projects teams to identify projects for annual plans.
Identify, manage, and execute preventive maintenance and repair programs for MEP/FLS building and roofing systems.
Support the annual budget and forecast process, variance justification, and contract administration.
Establish and maintain standards ensuring compliance with applicable rules, regulations, and codes related to building systems.
Act as executive sponsor for the Business Continuity Committee, support the program, co-lead responses to applicable events, and communicate impacts and response efforts to the Executive Team and Risk Management.
Partner with Corporate Safety and Community Management Maintenance Directors to maintain the Divisional Safety Program and implement best practices.
Support divisional risk compliance by attending quarterly meetings and following up on action items.
Act as the key liaison for Legal on divisional engineering matters.
Lead Energy Management and sustainability efforts, including utility consumption, water conservation, EV charging, solar implementation and management, and third-party utility billing.
Partner with Community Management Maintenance Directors on community inspections, identify trends, track deficiencies and follow-up, and recommend long-term strategies.