Facilities Sr Engineer - Makati City

CBRE Group, Inc.; Philippines; On-site; PHP 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual merit increase

Performance bonus

HMO and life insurance on day 1

Sick leave credits

Job summary

CBRE Group, Inc. in Makati is seeking a Facilities Sr Engineer to oversee the operation, maintenance and repair of building systems including HVAC, electrical and plumbing for CBRE's clients.

You will lead technicians, implement preventive and predictive maintenance, and ensure 24/7 readiness for critical facilities. The role requires a licensed mechanical or electrical engineer with 7+ years in facilities or building systems, strong leadership, vendor management, and knowledge of safety

Qualifications

• Licensed Mechanical or Electrical Engineer with 7+ years in facilities or building systems.
• Experience leading technical teams in BPO or commercial environments.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, electrical systems, and critical infrastructure.
• Ability to manage vendors and ensure safety and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations and maintenance of building systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing.
• Lead and mentor building technicians and maintenance staff.
• Implement preventive, corrective, and predictive maintenance programs.
• Ensure 24/7 readiness to support production floors.
• Manage critical facilities equipment including UPS, generators, switchgear, pumps, chillers, AHUs.
• Perform root-cause analysis and apply corrective actions.
• Maintain safety, codes, and environmental standards.
• Manage vendor relationships and SLAs.
• Maintain equipment logs and asset documentation.
• Support energy-efficiency initiatives and on-call response.

Skills

Leadership

Vendor management

Communication

Safety standards knowledge

Education

Engineering license

Tools

BMS (Building Management System)

Energy management software

Job description

Facilities Sr Engineer (Makati)

CBRE is the global leader in commercial real estate services and investments. With services, insights and data that span every dimension of the industry, we create solutions for clients of every size, in every sector and across every geography. CBRE is the place where talented people who want to do impactful work can realize potential in every dimension.

CBRE Global Workplace Solutions (GWS)

As one of CBRE's core global businesses, Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) provides end-to-end services to occupier clients across the entire lifecycle of a building.

Our teams help companies improve their operations and reduce costs, through expert facilities management, project management, real estate and energy and sustainability services. Our dedicated teams work across all industries, and support clients ranging from global Fortune 500 companies to single, iconic buildings.

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:

• Oversee daily operations and maintenance of building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire protection)
• Lead, mentor, and supervise building technicians and maintenance staff
• Implement preventive, corrective, and predictive maintenance programs
• Ensure 24/7 operational readiness to support BPO production floors
• Manage, operate, and troubleshoot BPO-critical facilities equipment (Air Conditioning, Air Handling, UPS systems, Generators, ATS, switchgears, electrical panels, FDAS, sprinklers, FM200, water pumps, STP/grease traps, plumbing infrastructure, elevators, AHUs, chillers, cooling towers)
• Troubleshoot equipment issues, perform root-cause analysis, and apply sustainable corrective actions
• Maintain compliance with safety regulations, building codes, and environmental standards
• Manage vendor relationships, service level agreements, and technical project supervision
• Maintain records of equipment logs, maintenance reports, and asset documentation
• Support energy-efficiency initiatives and cost-effective building operations
• Respond to facility emergencies and provide on-call coverage as needed

About you:

• Licensed Mechanical or Electrical Engineering with at least 7 years of experience in Facilities or Building systems.
• Significant experience in facilities or building engineering within BPO or commercial environments
• Strong understanding of HVAC, electrical systems, and critical BPO infrastructure
• Proven leadership experience managing technical teams
• Knowledge of safety standards, local codes, and regulatory compliance
• Excellent communication, coordination, and vendor management skills

• Amenable to work on a shifting schedule, 6 days a week, weekends/ holidays
• Can start ASAP

So, what's in it for you?

• Annual Merit Increase
• Performance Bonus
• 12 days of sick leave credits (unused sick leave credits convertible to cash)
• 12 days of vacation leave credits (unused vacation leave credits will be rolled over the following year)
• HMO and Life Insurance on Day 1
• Autonomy in work - We support and reward creators and doers, encourage innovation and an entrepreneurial mind-set.
• Inclusivity and Accessibility - We enable, value and embrace diverse perspectives across many dimensions
• Safety and Well-Being - You'll be provided with the work environment, resources and tools to feel like your most productive self and offered support for your total wellbeing.

Why CBRE

When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values — respect, integrity, service and excellence — and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome all applicants.

Applicant AI Use Disclosure

We value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process.