Building Engineer

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

Job summary

CBRE Group, Inc. is seeking a Building Engineer in Blacksburg to monitor, maintain, and repair building systems including plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and life safety. You’ll support preventive maintenance and respond to repairs to keep facilities in optimal condition.

The role requires ensuring compliance with codes and company directives, maintaining energy efficiency, and assisting with preventive maintenance programs. Knowledge of MS Office and strong organizational skills are a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with 4–5 years of related experience.
• Universal CFC certification preferred; other local/state licenses may be required.
• Prior shift management or supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs on mechanical, plumbing, electrical, and life-safety systems.
• Ensure building systems comply with codes and safety regulations.
• Maintain energy management programs to maximize efficiency.
• Assist with preventive maintenance and emergency repairs.
• Support safe storage and handling of hazardous materials.
• Review and monitor building systems to meet client environmental requirements.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Math skills

Education

High School Diploma / GED / Trade School

Universal CFC certification (preferred)

Licenses as required by local or state jurisdictions

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.


• Explain difficult or sensitive information.

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.