Bldg Engineer

CBRE Group, Inc.; Manila, Hinoba-an; On-site; PHP 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE Group, Inc. is seeking a Building Engineer to monitor, maintain, and repair building systems across mechanical, plumbing, electrical, painting, roofing, heating and cooling to ensure reliable, safe operations.

You will perform preventive maintenance, respond to repairs, ensure compliance with codes, manage energy use, and support a safe work environment. The role requires hands‑on problem solving, strong teamwork, and embodying CBRE RISE values.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED or trade school diploma with 4-5 years of job-related experience.
• In lieu of a diploma, a combination of experience and education will be considered.
• Universal CFC certification is preferred, and certifications/licenses may be required by local jurisdictions.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs to mechanical, plumbing, structural, fire and life safety, and control systems.
• Comply with applicable codes, regulations, and safety directives.
• Maintain an energy management program and ensure systems operate efficiently.
• Assist with preventive maintenance programs and emergency repairs.
• Follow policies for safe storage, use, and disposal of hazardous materials.
• Review inspections of building systems to ensure operation within design specifications.
• Apply knowledge to accomplish complex tasks and provide innovative solutions.
• Coach others and share knowledge across disciplines.
• Lead by example and uphold CBRE RISE values.
• Support cross-team activities and clear communication.

Skills

Organizational skills

Analytical thinking

Judgment/Decision making

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma / GED or trade school diploma with 4-5 years of experience

Universal CFC certification (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Outlook

Job description

About the Role:

As a CBRE Building Engineer, you will be responsible for monitoring, maintaining and repairing building system operations and the performance of various areas including plumbing, electrical, painting, roofing, heating, and cooling.

This job is part of the Engineering and Technical Services job function. They are responsible for providing support, preventive maintenance, and repairs on equipment and systems.

What You’ll Do:

• Perform maintenance and repairs to the mechanical, plumbing, structural, furniture, fire, life safety, and control systems. Keep facility and building systems up to applicable standards as assigned.
• Comply with all applicable codes, regulations, governmental agency, and company directives related to building operations and work safety.
• Maintain an energy management program. Ensure all systems operate in the most efficient manner.
• Assist with the implementation of a preventive maintenance program to ensure that building machinery and systems meet or exceed their rated life. Perform emergency repairs as needed.
• Follow departmental policies for the safe storage, usage, and disposal of hazardous materials. Maintain a clean and safe workplace.
• Review inpsection to building systems including fire alarms, HVAC, and plumbing to ensure operation of equipment is within design capabilities and achieves environmental conditions prescribed by client.
• Apply in-depth knowledge of standard principles and techniques/ procedures to accomplish complex assignments and provide innovative solutions.
• Coach others and share in-depth knowledge of own job discipline and broad knowledge of several job disciplines within the function.
• Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values. Work to build consensus and convince others to reach an agreement.
• Impact a range of customer, operational, project or service activities within own team and other related teams.
• Work within broad guidelines and policies.
• Explain difficult or sensitive information.

What You’ll Need:

• High School Diploma, GED, or trade school diploma with 4-5 years of job-related experience. In lieu of a diploma, a combination of experience and education will be considered. Universal CFC certification is preferred. Certifications/licenses as may be required by local or state jurisdictions. Prior shift management or supervisory experience preferred.
• 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.
• Ability to exercise judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information.
• Willingness to take a new perspective on existing solutions.
• In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Organizational skills with an advanced inquisitive mindset.
• Sophisticated math skills. Ability to calculate mildly complex figures such as percentages, fractions, and other financial-related calculations.