Building Engineer

Colliers International; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Colliers International is seeking a Building Engineer in Austin, TX to ensure maintenance systems run safely and efficiently for client properties. You will respond to requests, manage work orders, and perform preventative maintenance while building strong relationships with managers and vendors.

The role requires 3–5 years in building maintenance or engineering, solid HVAC/electrical/plumbing knowledge, and proficiency with MS Office.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years in building/property maintenance or engineering.
• HVAC, electrical, plumbing and building systems knowledge.
• MS Office proficiency; on-call for emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Ensure maintenance systems run efficiently to keep client properties safe.
• Respond to client requests, prioritize/assign work orders, and track downtime.
• Conduct regular inspections, alarm testing, and preventative maintenance.
• Develop/maintain relationships with property managers, suppliers, and department leaders.
• Manage multiple priorities, including inventory, records and schedules.
• Maintain daily operating logs for HVAC units, meters and complaints.
• Ensure building systems/tenant requests are handled cost-effectively.
• Assist in annual budget development and RFP processes for projects.
• Understand procedures and chemical treatment levels for cooling towers/boilers.
• Have a valid driver’s license.

Skills

HVAC maintenance

Electrical knowledge

Plumbing knowledge

Communication skills

Organizational & analytical

Tools

MS Outlook

MS Word

MS Excel

Work order software

Job description

Make your next move an expert one. At Colliers it’s not our success that sets us apart, it’s how we achieve it. Our people are passionate, take ownership and always do what’s right for our clients, people and communities. Why Colliers? Our enterprising environment needs your expertise to facilitate Colliers’ continued growth as an industry leader. Our nimble, decentralized culture can provide you with a wealth of opportunities to learn about our business and quickly gain experience to accelerate your career.

About you

You’re a technical and engineering expert, familiar with maintenance systems and equipment. You bring strong organizational skills, a customer-centric approach and a positive outlook to everything you do.

Responsibilities

• As the Building Engineer, you'll be responsible for ensuring the maintenance systems are running efficiently to ensure the safety of our clients and their properties.
• You’ll respond to client requests, prioritize and assign work orders, and follow up to ensure minimal downtime.
• You like to be proactive by conducting regular inspections, alarm testing, and implementing preventative maintenance programs.
• You also know how to develop and maintain strong relationships with property managers, suppliers and department leaders.
• And with a keen eye for details, you’ll be able to successfully manage multiple priorities and reports, including inventory, records, and schedules.
• In this role, you will You maintain and check daily operating logs for the following: air conditioning, fan units, graph charts, utility meters and general complaints.
• You ensure that building systems and tenant service requests are handled efficiently at the most economical cost.
• You assist in the development of the annual budget and RFP process for budgeted projects.
• You demonstrate a clear understating of operating procedures and proper chemical treatment levels for cooling towers and boilers.
• A valid driver’s license.

What you'll bring

• At least 3 - 5 years' experience in building/property maintenance or engineering experience.
• Solid working knowledge of HVAC systems/maintenance, electrical, plumbing, energy management systems and other building mechanical equipment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (MS Outlook, MS Word, MS Excel) Flexibility to be on-call to respond to after-hours / weekend emergency requests. #LI-NS1 #LI-Onsite
• Working knowledge of work order and preventative maintenance software systems.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Excellent communications skills.

Eligibility

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

The employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Colliers respects diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against on the basis of any actual or perceived membership in any protected category including race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions and lactation), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.

If you are a qualified applicant who requires reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre‑employment testing, a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact [e-mail] for assistance.

Company Culture

We are enterprising. Our expert advice to property occupiers, owners and investors leads the industry into the future. We invest in relationships to create enduring value. What sets us apart is not what we do, but how we do it. Our people are passionate, take personal responsibility and always do what’s right for our clients, people and communities. We attract and develop industry leaders, empowering them to think and act differently to drive exceptional results. What’s more, our global reach maximizes the potential of property, wherever our clients do business. At Colliers, we accelerate success.