Senior Chief Engineer - Head Office at Savills Vietnam

Hanoi, , Vietnam -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

04 Mar, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

M&E Systems, Building Operations, Energy Management, Safety Standards, Analytical, Troubleshooting, Leadership, Communication, Training, BMS, CMMS, Energy Monitoring, Technical Governance, Risk Management, CAPEX Planning, Contract Negotiation

Industry

Real Estate

Description

Position Title: Senior Chief Engineer – Head Office Reports to: Head of Technical/ Technical Director Department: Property Management – Technical Services Location: Hanoi (Head Office) 1. Position Summary The Senior Chief Engineer (Head Office) is responsible for overseeing the technical performance, compliance, and engineering excellence across the company managed property portfolio. This role establishes technical standards, supports onsite engineering teams, conducts audits, leads training programs, evaluates contractors, and provides strategic technical guidance to Property Managers and clients. The position acts as the highest technical authority within the Head Office, ensuring consistent quality, reliability, safety, sustainability, and cost efficiency across all projects. 2. Key Responsibilities A. Portfolio‑wide Technical Governance Develop and implement engineering and maintenance standards for all properties under management. Establish preventive maintenance frameworks, operational SOPs, and technical KPIs. Lead technical due diligence for new management contracts or handover of new buildings. B. Compliance, Safety & Risk Management Ensure all sites comply with Vietnamese regulations on electrical safety, fire systems, lifts, boilers, generators, environmental safety, etc. Conduct periodic technical audits of sites to identify risks, non‑compliance, or improvement areas. Oversee emergency response planning and review incident investigations across the portfolio. C. Engineering Support for Property Managers Provide expert technical advice for Property Managers on complex building issues. Support tendering, procurement, evaluation, and approval of M&E service contracts. Review technical CAPEX plans, major repairs, equipment replacement proposals, and budgets. Verify technical aspects of drawings, designs, technical submissions, and fit‑out applications. D. Technical Performance Monitoring Oversee performance of critical building systems (HVAC, power, fire systems, lifts, water systems, BMS). Monitor utility usage, energy intensity, and sustainability KPIs across assets. Recommend energy‑saving initiatives and efficiency upgrades. E. Contractor & Vendor Management Establish Head Office–level vendor qualification criteria and evaluate service providers. Conduct periodic vendor performance reviews and audits. Provide technical input for contract negotiations. F. Training & Staff Development Develop technical training programs for building engineers, technicians, and supervisors. Mentor on‑site Chief Engineers and provide coaching on operations and troubleshooting. Lead knowledge‑sharing sessions and update teams on new technologies, best practices, and regulatory changes. G. Project Management & Technical Consultancy Support clients with refurbishment, retrofit, and equipment replacement projects. Review proposals from consultants/contractors, ensuring technical accuracy and value for money. Participate in client meetings to present technical assessments and improvement plans. H. Reporting & Documentation Prepare technical summary reports for management and clients. Maintain portfolio‑wide technical records, audit reports, asset registers, and compliance documents. Support Head Office in preparing technical content for management proposals, tenders, and contracts. 3. Required Qualifications Education Bachelors degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Building Engineering, Automation, or related field. Professional certifications in fire safety, electrical operation, or HVAC are highly preferred. Experience Minimum 10–12 years of experience in building engineering, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role. Strong background in managing M&E systems in office towers, malls, mixed‑use developments, or hotels. Experience in multi‑site technical management or Head Office support is an advantage. Skills Expert knowledge of M&E systems, building operations, energy management, and safety standards. Strong analytical and troubleshooting capabilities. Effective leadership, communication, and training skills. Familiarity with BMS, CMMS, and energy monitoring tools. Good English for technical documentation and contractor coordination. 4. Core Competencies Technical leadership Governance & standardization Safety & compliance mindset Problem solving & decision making Vendor & contract management Communication & stakeholder management Training & team development 5. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Technical compliance rate across all sites Audit scores & improvement implementation Reduction in incidents, equipment failures, and downtime Energy efficiency improvements across the portfolio Cost savings through optimized maintenance and procurement Staff competency improvements & training completion Client satisfaction with technical services Please note that by submitting an application to us, you consent to our processing of personal data about you that is provided by you for our company's recruitment purpose. You may send your queries or request for support concerning our personal data processing activities to email: info@savills.com.vn. To better understand our personal data processing practices, please visit https://vn.savills.com.vn/footer/privacy-policy.aspx to the full Notice on Personal Data Processing of Savills Vietnam Company Limited.

Responsibilities

This role is responsible for establishing technical standards, conducting audits, leading training, and providing strategic technical guidance to ensure engineering excellence, quality, and cost efficiency across the managed property portfolio.