Building Engineer: Energy-Savvy Maintenance Lead

CBRE HV; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE is seeking a Building Engineer to monitor, maintain, and repair building systems across plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and related areas. You will support preventive maintenance, comply with codes, and ensure energy-efficient operations.

The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and collaboration with diverse teams. The position requires a HS diploma or equivalent and 4–5 years of relevant experience, with proficiency in Microsoft Office and strong mathematical skills.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or trade school diploma with 4-5 years of job-related experience.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Organizational skills

Mathematical ability

Problem-solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

CBRE is seeking a Building Engineer to monitor, maintain, and repair building systems across plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and related areas. You will support preventive maintenance, comply with codes, and ensure energy-efficient operations.

The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and collaboration with diverse teams. The position requires a HS diploma or equivalent and 4–5 years of relevant experience, with proficiency in Microsoft Office and strong mathematical skills.