Building Engineer

CBRE Group, Inc.; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE Group, Inc. is seeking a Building Engineer to monitor, maintain and repair building systems, including plumbing, electrical, heating, cooling, roofing and painting.

This role sits in Engineering and Technical Services and supports preventive maintenance and repairs on equipment and systems. All schedules are available, including daytime, evening and night shifts, with possible overtime and on-call duties.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with 4–5 years of related experience.
• Universal CFC certification preferred.
• Ability to meet physical requirements and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair building systems including mechanical, plumbing, structural, fire life safety, and control systems.
• Ensure compliance with codes, regulations, and safety directives.
• Maintain an energy management program for efficient operation of all systems.
• Assist with preventive maintenance programs and emergency repairs as needed.
• Follow policies for safe storage, usage and disposal of hazardous materials.
• Review inspections of building systems to ensure operation within design specs and environmental conditions prescribed by client.
• Share knowledge and mentor others within the discipline and related fields.
• Lead by example and contribute to team consensus and CBRE RISE values.
• Impact a range of customer, operational, and service activities within the team and related groups.

Skills

Organizational skills

Analytical thinking

Safety awareness

Problem solving

Communication

Education

High School Diploma / GED / trade school diploma + 4-5 years experience

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.

All schedules are available including daytime, evening, and night shifts. Some overtime may be required, as well as “on call” for emergencies. Days and shifts offered will be determined based on the needs of the team.

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