Chief Project Engineer

ABSI; Bacolod; On-site; PHP 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

ABSI is seeking a Chief Engineer to lead engineering and technical operations of a premier mall in Bacolod. The role ensures safe, reliable performance of MEP, HVAC, and critical infrastructure while driving operational excellence and ROI-focused CAPEX initiatives.

The candidate will manage a skilled engineering team, coordinate preventive and predictive maintenance, and ensure compliance with local codes and safety standards to support day-to-day operations and long-term business goals.

Qualifications

• Licensed Engineer with a Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum of 6 years' solid experience in electro-mechanical industry and property management.
• Strong knowledge of local regulations, building codes, and compliance requirements.
• Proven experience in managing technical teams, contractors, and large-scale facilities.
• Excellent leadership, project management, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications and engineering/project management tools (SAP, CAD).

Responsibilities

• Oversee preventive, corrective, and predictive maintenance of all building systems.
• Develop and execute Planned Preventive Maintenance (PPM) schedules to maximize uptime.
• Manage technical resources and respond to merchant/operations engineering needs.
• Identify asset replacement and major repair needs.
• Act as onsite project manager for CAPEX initiatives.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, to ALMI standards.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Problem solving

MS Office

SAP

CAD

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

MS Office

SAP

CAD

Job description

The Chief Engineer will lead the engineering and technical operations of a premier mall. This role needs

to ensure the safe, reliable, and eƯicient performance of all building systems, including MEP, HVAC, and

critical infrastructure. This role drives operational excellence, safety and compliance, energy eƯiciency,

and project delivery—while leading a skilled engineering team to support the mall's day-to-day

operations and long-term business goals.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Operations & Maintenance

Oversee preventive, corrective, and predictive maintenance of all building systems Develop and execute Planned Preventive Maintenance (PPM) schedules to maximize uptime

Optimize energy and water management systems Manage technical resources and respond to merchant/operations engineering needs

Safety & Compliance

Ensure compliance with building codes, fire safety, and environmental regulations Conduct safety inspections and risk assessments Maintain emergency systems and serve as the primary responder for technical emergencies

Energy & Sustainability Implement energy-saving initiatives aligned with green building policies Monitor consumption and recommend optimization solutions Integrate smart building technologies

Budget & Financial Management Prepare and manage operating and capital budgets Control costs through strategic vendor management and procurement Develop CAPEX proposals with ROI/payback analyses

Capital Projects

Identify asset replacement and major repair needs Act as onsite project manager for CAPEX initiatives Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, to ALMI standards

Vendor & Team Leadership

Qualifications

Required

Licensed Engineer with a Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering. Minimum of 6 years' solid experience in electro-mechanical industry and property

management. Strong knowledge of local regulations, building codes, and compliance requirements. Proven experience in managing technical teams, contractors, and large-scale facilities. Excellent leadership, project management, and problem-solving skills. Proficiency in MS OƯice applications and engineering/project management tools (SAP, CADD,

etc.). Action-oriented, collaborative, and committed to operational excellence.

Key Competencies

Proven track record in managing high-performing technical teams Strong project management skills, handling multiple simultaneous projects Excellent communication and collaboration abilities across all organizational levels Action-oriented mindset with focus on excellence and integrity Advanced proficiency in MS OƯice Suite, SAP, CADD, and building management systems