Building Engineer

CBRE Group, Inc.; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE Group, Inc. is seeking a Building Engineer to monitor, maintain, and repair building systems including mechanical, plumbing, electrical, and controls. The role supports preventive maintenance and safety programs across facilities.

You will be responsible for keeping systems in optimal condition, complying with codes, and assisting with energy efficiency initiatives while collaborating with team members and supervising staff as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; 4–5 years of related experience preferred.
• Ability to exercise judgment based on analysis of multiple sources of information.
• Experience with supervisory roles is preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong math skills including percentages and basic financial calculations.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs on mechanical, plumbing, electrical, and building systems to keep facilities up to code and safe.
• Follow codes, regulations, and safety directives related to building operations and materials handling.
• Maintain energy management to ensure systems operate efficiently.
• Contribute to preventive maintenance programs and perform emergency repairs as needed.
• Keep the workplace clean and safe, following hazardous materials handling procedures.
• Review inspections of building systems to ensure operations meet design specifications.
• Share knowledge with team members and support other disciplines within the function.
• Model CBRE RISE values and help build consensus across teams.

Skills

Office software

Judgment & decision making

Supervisory experience

Math skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED/Trade school

Tools

Microsoft Office

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.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

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.