Lead Property Engineer - Makati

Chroma Hospitality, Inc.; Makati; On-site; PHP 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Chroma Hospitality, Inc. is seeking a Lead Property Engineer to support the Property Manager in daily operations of a Building/Facilities Corporation.

You will ensure all equipment and facilities are in good working condition by implementing preventive maintenance programs and coordinating with MST technicians and contractors. The role requires engineering degree, valid license, and 1–2 years in building maintenance, preferably in high-rise or mixed-use centers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering.
• Licensed Engineer is required.
• 1–2 years of relevant experience in Building Maintenance Operations, preferably in high-rise or mixed-use centers.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the implementation of preventive maintenance programs for building and equipment.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and safety of residents and property.
• Assist in budgeting for technical services and materials.
• Coordinate with tenants, vendors, and third-party contractors for repairs and upgrades.
• Prepare daily/weekly maintenance reports and monitor equipment uptime.

Education

BS Mechanical or Electrical Eng

Job description

Job Description:

Job description

The Lead Property Engineer will assist the Property Manager to manage the day to day operations of the Building/Facilities Corporation. Ensure that all building equipment and facilities are 100% in good working condition by implementing timely and consistent preventive maintenance programs.

DESCRIPTION OF FUNCTIONS

1. Oversee implementation of effective & consistent building/equipment preventive maintenance programs.

• To ensure reliable operations of building equipment system, physical appearance, safety & security of all facilities by conducting regular inspection.
• Consistently implement preventive maintenance works & undertake corrective maintenance if necessary.
• Ensure compliance with the 52-week PM schedules and ensure the use/implementation of Equipment PM forms/checklist.
• Manage equipment downtime from 0% - 3% only. Submit Equipment Uptime Monitoring Report to the QA team as scheduled.
• Supervise, assess & evaluate performance of multi-skilled technicians (MST) periodically or as needed and give recommendation to the Building Manager.
• Monitor & maintain inventory of tools and engineering consumables. Ensure building has ample inventory by keeping stocks cards updated.
• Assist Building Manager in preparing annual budget for all technical services and materials needed for the efficient operation of the project.
• Prepares daily/weekly maintenance report and appraises the Building Manager of the undertaking & problems of the Building Operation.
• Oversee, supervise and facilitate activities for third party contractors for any repairs needed for the project.
• Expeditiously response to residents & tenants calls, give assessment to the Building Manager for proper course of actions.
• Assist Building Manager in the performance evaluation of Service Providers.

2. Assist Building Manager in monitoring all safety programs to ensure safety of Residents and property.

• Assist Building Manager in coordinating and implementing Emergency Preparedness Drills and Annual Fire/ Earthquake Drill. Act as the Assistant Fire Brigade/Emergency Marshall.
• Ensure all the fire protection system are properly maintained and in good working conditions (Fire & Jockey Pumps, FDAS, Fire Alarm Control Panel)
• Prevent exposure and decrease liability of Property Management (Pro-Excel) and Condo Corporation by adhering strictly to Company Safety Policy, Company Rules & Regulations

3. Assist Property Manager in complying with all statutory and regulatory requirements.

• Assist Building Manager in liaising, securing renewals of regulatory and statutory permits and licenses as required by LGU and other Government Agencies.
• May be assigned as a Pollution Control Officer (PCO) in lieu of the Building Manager.
• Assist the Building Manager in preparation and submission of Compliance Monitoring Report (CMR) and quarterly Self-Monitoring Report (SMR) as required by the DENR/LLDA.

4. Oversee all engineering and technical concerns of the project.

• Review plans and prepares scope of work/terms of reference for various projects. Evaluate and review proposals of third party contractors for Building Managers endorsement to the Board of Trustees.
• Evaluate and review drawings for minor construction/renovation submitted by unit owners based on design and construction guidelines. Ensure that reviewed plans should be evaluated and returned to the unit owners within the agreed turnaround time.
• Conduct Technical Meetings with tenants/representatives and contractors.
• Monitor tenants fit-out and construction works and ensure that all design and construction guidelines are strictly followed. Provide project status reports to the Building Manager.
• Participate/Attend in the technical briefing, testing and commissioning of building equipment (new projects), verification and validation of work processes.
• Update & maintain records or documentation (as-built plans, operation & maintenance manual, warranty certificates, directory of suppliers/contractors, equipment folders, etc.) of all equipment.
• Ensure that all equipment records, service reports, repairs are properly labelled and neatly filed in individual equipment folders.
• Ensure the close out of the technical audit findings of the QA team within the agreed turnaround time.
• Evaluate and endorse Job Orders and Work Permit applications in MyHome App to the Building Manager.
• Strict implementation of collections policies; utilities are cut-off on time for delinquent accounts.

5. Implement energy-conservation and cost saving measures while monitoring utilities consumption of common areas.

• Assist Building Manager in coordinating & implementing energy conservation measures. Ensure all common area utility consumptions are properly monitored and within budget.
• Recommend and implement cost cutting measures.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduate of Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering/ Electrical Engineering
• Licensed Engineer is required
• At least 1 to 2 years relevant experience in Building Maintenance Operations preferably in High Rise Buildings or Mixed -Used Commercial Centers