Chief Engineer

at  CBRE

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
• Minimum of 5 years of related work experience in a commercial property setting or any similar combination of education or experience in the operation, installation, and maintenance of building systems with in-depth technical understanding and knowledge of all HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire/life safety, and control systems.
• Communication and Leadership skills

OTHER SKILLS AND/OR ABILITIES

Meet the physical requirements of this role including stooping, standing, walking, climbing stairs/ladders, and the ability to lift/carry heavy loads of 50 lbs. or more.
Understanding of existing procedures and standards to solve slightly complex problems.
Ability to analyze possible solutions using technical experience to apply appropriate judgment and precedents.
Strong organizational skills with an inquisitive mindset.
In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Chief Engineer is responsible for the effective daily leadership of his/her staff, managing the engineering program to the highest level of quality work and customer service as well as the administration of the engineering department in alignment with the management team, the CBRE engineering platform, and client expectations. The Chief Engineer will perform at the highest of ethical standards, reflecting the core values of CBRE as defined in its Business Code of Conduct, Policies and Procedures Manual, and other related company policies. The Chief Engineer may be required to perform limited hands-on operational duties and is not precluded from performing Watch Activity.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervise engineers and maintenance staff including hiring, training, personnel development, etc.
• Ensure performance management, coaching, and development of team members through established HR processes and disciplinary actions.
• Participate and coordinate annual scheduling and execution of the CBRE Safety Program as directed by Engineering Leadership, EH&S Administration, and so forth.
• Responsible for 100% Compliance at his/her site.
• Manage operational accounts for building, including variance reporting, as required and assist in development of operating and capital budgets.
• Utility Management such as tracking use, consumption, cost, reporting, comparison models, sub-metering, budgeting, variances as directed by Management and/or Leadership.
• Conduct regular inspections of building systems and equipment; identify and resolve issues.
• Assist in maintenance/engineering issues as required.
• Recommend and implement improvements for preventive maintenance programs on an ongoing basis.
• Develop, implement, and maintain an effective preventive and predictive maintenance program for task scheduling, routines, and performance.
• Program to include procedures for annual, semi-annual, quarterly, monthly, and other scheduled maintenance as provided by the manufacturer’s recommendations and/or industry best practices.
• Develop and maintain effective building-specific maintenance and safety procedure manuals and train building personnel.
• Coordinate development of and/or maintain an Operations Document Library, including but not limited to construction plans, structural plans, as-built drawings, MEP schedules, line diagrams and schematics, equipment, and operation manuals, start up and commissioning documents, and equipment warranties.
• Formulate and conduct building-related systems and equipment training.
• Coordinate maintenance efforts with outside contractors, tenant finish personnel, and engineers.
• Oversee all building systems including fire/life safety, plumbing, HVAC, and electrical issues; must remain current with latest HVAC technology trends.
• Maintain ongoing communication with tenants, clients, property management, and vendors.
• Develop specifications and assist in solicitation, administration, execution, and performance of maintenance/ repair service contracts.
• May assist in solicitation and acquisition of new management contracts
• Respond to all emergency situations quickly (fire, evacuation, equipment failure etc.) and customer concerns.
• Implement and administer inventory control programs, purchase parts and supplies.
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes, requisitions, government agency, and company directives as relates to building operations.
  Support Property or Facility Manager on all items listed below (1-10):
• Prepare and present feasibility studies.
• Prepare budget estimates.
• Prepare schedule and manage its progress.
• Prepare contract documents reflecting scope of work.
• Manage the bidding process.
• Prepare and expedite approval of all internal control documents
• Monitor the construction process to assure compliance with contract documents.
• Coordinate all work with user and Internal Support Groups.
• Maintain complete project files recording progress, approvals, financial data, and contracts
• Perform final inspections, punch list exceptions, and expedite corrective action
  Duties are inclusive of approximately 50% of operating engineer responsibilities; May be only maintenance staff member on duty during certain shifts; may require shift work and/or on-call or stand-by duties.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

The Chief Engineer shall have charge of the above operation and shall perform such supervisory or other duties, including but not limited to implementation of preventative maintenance programs, inventory control, and the inspection, testing and maintenance of the fire alarm and other life safety systems, as may be consistent with his functions as Chief Engineer and which are assigned to him by the building management. The Chief Engineer, in addition to performing bargaining unit work, shall be responsible to the Employer for the safe, economical operation of the plant and for all persons employed under the direction of the Chief Engineer. The Chief shall also be responsible for the implementation of the Employer’s orientation, safety, and training programs of engineers under his/her direction, as time and resources permit. Engineers under the direction of the Chief shall receive their orders from the Chief, who shall be responsible to the Employer for carrying out the orders of management in the operation of the building. The Chief Engineer will support the training and advancement of Apprentice Engineers where appropriate.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

To perform this job successfully, an individual should be able to perform each duty satisfactorily.

Responsible to plan, implement, coordinate, and supervise all of the following:

• HVAC, Electrical, Mechanical and related Engineering operations
• Engineers and Maintenance staff
• Project/Tracking
• Budget/Financial Management

Manage rehabilitation and development programs/projects such as the replacement of HVAC systems, installation of new roofs, plumbing repairs and alterations to other Building Systems.