Building Engineer

Able-Services; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 50,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

ABM is seeking a Building Engineer to manage facility services in mission-critical environments, overseeing HVAC, electrical and mechanical systems. You will lead Critical Facility Technicians and contractors, ensuring 100% operational availability and zero impact on customers.

You will develop site procedures, manage CMMS data, monitor power and cooling, and control budgets while driving safety, reliability, and continuous improvement across the operation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience (5–7+ years in mission critical operations).
• Experience with BMS and CMMS platforms; Corrigo and ServiceNow preferred.
• Certifications: Stationary Engineer, HVAC, EPA 608 (Universal) preferred.
• Minimum 5 years in a management role overseeing 5+ direct reports.
• At least 5 years hands-on experience in building engineering and electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of critical infrastructure operations within mission-critical facilities.
• Oversee high-quality work with zero impact to customers and provide supervisory oversight.
• Develop and maintain site-level operating procedures and documentation.
• Manage Change Management, MOP, SOP, and EOP programs.
• Oversee budgets and contract expenditures; manage CMMS data and reporting.
• Monitor power, cooling, and environmental conditions in data centers.
• Resolve electrical, mechanical, and fire protection system issues with minimal disruption.
• Be the single point of contact for facility-related matters including staffing and project coordination.
• Ensure compliance with SLAs, Change Control, and access control protocols.
• Vet and approve subcontractors; oversee PM contracts and scopes of work.

Skills

BMS knowledge

CMMS experience

HVAC systems

Leadership

Electrical systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field

EPA 608 (Universal) certification

Tools

Corrigo

ServiceNow

Job description

THIS ROLE WILL BEGIN IN JAN 2027

The Building Engineer holds full responsibility for the management and operation of facility services within mission-critical environments. Serving as the primary ABM point of contact for daily operations, this role supports site leadership in overseeing all building systems, including HVAC, mechanical, and electrical infrastructure. Key responsibilities include maintenance and repair of hard surfaces, basic carpentry and metalwork, and the operation and upkeep of facility system equipment. The Building Engineer also handles customer service requests, manages work orders, and performs additional duties as assigned.

This role is instrumental in fostering a culture of safety and reliability, building and leading a team of Critical Facility Technicians, Assistant Chief Engineers, and external contractors to achieve 100% operational availability. A strong emphasis is placed on continuous improvement, staff development, and operational excellence.

Description

Pay: $36-38 per hour

The pay listed is the hourly range or the hourly rate for this position. A specific offer will vary based on applicant’sexperience, skills, abilities, geographic location,and alignment with market data. This is an overnight position.

Benefit Information: ABM offers a comprehensive benefits package. For information about ABM’s benefits, visit ABM Employee Benefits | Front Line Team Members

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of critical infrastructure operations within mission-critical facilities
• Ensure high-quality execution of work with zero impact to internal or external customers
• Provide supervisory oversight and escape emergency responses as needed
• Develop and maintain accurate site-level operating procedures and documentation
• Manage Change Management, MOP, SOP, and EOP programs
• Oversee operational budgets and contract expenditures
• Maintain and operate both critical and non-critical infrastructure systems
• Monitor power and cooling capacity, and environmental conditions
• Resolve electrical, mechanical, and fire protection system issues with minimal business disruption
• Serve as the single point-of-contact for all facility-related matters including scheduling, staffing, budgeting, and project coordination
• Conduct preventive maintenance inspections and guide resolution strategies
• Audit CMMS databases for accuracy; manage reporting, access control, and user credentials
• Control access to mission-critical spaces and maintain updated access lists
• Advise on space and power utilization; manage environmental conditions in data centers
• Ensure compliance with SLAs and Change Control protocols; approve system modifications
• Manage employee schedules, timekeeping, and payroll processing
• Monitor and enforce ABM training standards
• Vet and approve subcontractors; develop and oversee PM contract scopes-of-work

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience (5–7+ years in mission critical operations)
• Proven experience with BMS and CMMS platforms; familiarity with Corrigo and ServiceNow preferred
• Formal training in energy conservation is a plus
• Certifications preferred: Stationary Engineer, HVAC, EPA 608 (Universal)
• Technical school background in mission-critical operations, high-performance manufacturing, or military operations preferred
• Minimum 5 years in a management role overseeing 5+ direct reports
• At least 5 years of hands‑on experience in building engineering and electrical systems