Building Engineer: HVAC, Plumbing & Safety Lead

Urban Renaissance Group; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Generous PTO

401(k) with employer match

Transit sponsorship

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Urban Renaissance Group seeks an Assistant Chief Engineer to lead engineering staff and service contractors across a Seattle facility. You will oversee maintenance of HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems, and building infrastructure while enforcing site safety plans and approved standards.

You will document operations, mentor junior staff, and respond to after-hours questions, ensuring continuous, safe, and energy-efficient building performance in alignment with company policies.

Qualifications

• Experience commensurate with the specific facility for the position of Assistant Chief Engineer.
• 3+ years progressive operations experience.
• Highest-level relevant state/local license for stationary engineer and/or HVAC, plus universal refrigerant recovery license.
• OSHA ACM awareness training as required.
• EPA Universal Refrigerant License is required.

Responsibilities

• Directs engineering staff and service contractors to maintain buildings, grounds, and equipment.
• Support site safety plans and site standards documentation.
• Supervise maintenance of HVAC, plumbing, electrical equipment, and building structure.
• Maintain records in Building Engines and manage data attachments.
• Mentor junior staff and assist On-Call Engineers after hours.
• Ensure safety, energy conservation, and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Employee relations & coaching

Microsoft Office proficiency

Building Engines software

BAS/EMS system operation

Education

Stationary engineer license (state/local)

HVAC license

EPA Universal Refrigerant License

Electrical training (07) card

Tools

Building Engines software

BAS/EMS system

Job description

Urban Renaissance Group seeks an Assistant Chief Engineer to lead engineering staff and service contractors across a Seattle facility. You will oversee maintenance of HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems, and building infrastructure while enforcing site safety plans and approved standards.

You will document operations, mentor junior staff, and respond to after-hours questions, ensuring continuous, safe, and energy-efficient building performance in alignment with company policies.