Building Engineer Supervisor

ABM Industries; East Hanover (NJ); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

ABM Industries in East Hanover, New Jersey is seeking a Building Engineering Supervisor to supervise and coordinate all building engineering operations in mission-critical environments, ensuring the safe, reliable performance of mechanical, electrical, HVAC, and life-safety systems.

You will lead engineers, critical facility technicians, and contractors; manage schedules, budgets, and compliance programs; and drive safety, operational excellence, and continuous improvement across site facilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent required.
• 5–7+ years in mission-critical facility operations with supervisory experience.
• Experience overseeing five or more direct reports.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, electrical distribution, and fire protection.
• Proficient with BMS and CMMS systems; Corrigo and ServiceNow preferred.
• Experience with Change Management, SOPs, MOPs, and EOPs.

Responsibilities

• Supervise day-to-day operations of critical and non-critical building infrastructure, including HVAC, electrical distribution, mechanical systems, fire protection, and life safety systems.
• Ensure all maintenance and repair activities are executed with zero business interruption and minimal customer impact.
• Monitor system performance, power and cooling capacity, and environmental conditions to ensure operational stability.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex electrical, mechanical, and infrastructure issues quickly and effectively.
• Provide direct supervisory oversight to Building Engineers, Critical Facility Technicians, Assistant Chief Engineers, and third‑party contractors.
• Manage employee schedules, timekeeping, and payroll processing.
• Enforce ABM training, certification, and safety standards while supporting staff development and performance improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Team supervision

Operations management

Safety compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

BMS

CMMS

Corrigo CMMS

ServiceNow

Job description

Job Description

The Building Engineering Supervisor is responsible for supervising and coordinating all building engineering operations within mission‑critical environments. This role serves as the primary ABM site representative for daily facility operations, ensuring the continuous, safe, and reliable performance of mechanical, electrical, HVAC, and life safety systems. The Building Engineering Supervisor provides leadership to engineering staff, critical facility technicians, and external service partners while supporting site leadership in achieving 100% operational availability. This position emphasizes operational excellence, safety, compliance, and continuous improvement across all facility systems and services.

The Building Engineering Supervisor is responsible for supervising and coordinating all building engineering operations within mission‑critical environments. This role serves as the primary ABM site representative for daily facility operations, ensuring the continuous, safe, and reliable performance of mechanical, electrical, HVAC, and life safety systems. The Building Engineering Supervisor provides leadership to engineering staff, critical facility technicians, and external service partners while supporting site leadership in achieving 100% operational availability. This position emphasizes operational excellence, safety, compliance, and continuous improvement across all facility systems and services.

Compensation

$100,000 - $120,000 annual salary (US Dollars)

The pay listed is the salary range for this position. Any specific offer will vary based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, skills, abilities, geographic location, and alignment with market data. You may be eligible to participate in a Company incentive or bonus program

Benefit Information

ABM offers a comprehensive benefits package. For information about ABM’s benefits, visit ABM Employee Benefits | Staff and Management Team Members

Responsibilities

• Supervise day-to-day operations of critical and non‑critical building infrastructure, including HVAC, electrical distribution, mechanical systems, fire protection, and life safety systems.
• Ensure all maintenance and repair activities are executed with zero business interruption and minimal customer impact.
• Monitor system performance, power and cooling capacity, and environmental conditions to ensure operational stability.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex electrical, mechanical, and infrastructure issues quickly and effectively.
• Provide direct supervisory oversight to Building Engineers, Critical Facility Technicians, Assistant Chief Engineers, and third‑party contractors.
• Manage employee schedules, timekeeping, and payroll processing.
• Enforce ABM training, certification, and safety standards while supporting staff development and performance improvement.
• Foster a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvement across the engineering team.
• Lead emergency response efforts and elevate incidents appropriately to site and regional leadership.
• Develop, maintain, and enforce site‑level operating procedures, including SOPs, MOPs, EOPs, and Change Management documentation.
• Ensure compliance with SLAs, Change Control protocols, regulatory requirements, and client standards.
• Control access to mission‑critical spaces and maintain accurate access control lists.
• Oversee preventive maintenance programs and guide corrective action strategies.
• Audit CMMS platforms to ensure data accuracy, reporting integrity, and user access management.
• Manage work orders, service requests, and maintenance records.
• Vet, approve, and oversee subcontractors and service providers.
• Develop, manage, and enforce preventive maintenance contract scopes of work.
• Track operational budgets, contract expenditures, and vendor performance to ensure fiscal responsibility and service quality.
• Serve as the single point of contact for all facility‑related matters, including staffing, scheduling, budgeting, and project coordination.
• Respond to customer service requests professionally and ensure timely resolution.
• Advise site leadership and clients on space utilization, power availability, and environmental controls, particularly within data center environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent professional experience required.
• Minimum of 5–7+ years of mission‑critical facility operations experience, including at least 5 years in a supervisory or management role overseeing five (5) or more direct reports.
• At least 5 years of hands‑on experience in building engineering, electrical systems, and infrastructure operations.
• Strong working knowledge of HVAC, electrical distribution, mechanical systems, fire protection, and critical infrastructure.
• Proficient with Building Management Systems (BMS) and Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS); Corrigo and ServiceNow experience preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to manage Change Management, MOP, SOP, and EOP programs.

About Us

ABM (NYSE: ABM) is one of the world’s largest providers of integrated facility, engineering, and infrastructure solutions. Every day, our over 100,000 team members deliver essential services that make spaces cleaner, safer, and efficient, enhancing the overall occupant experience.

ABM serves a wide range of market sectors including commercial real estate, aviation, education, mission critical, and manufacturing and distribution. With over $8 billion in annual revenue and a blue-chip client base, ABM delivers innovative technologies and sustainable solutions that enhance facilities and empower clients to achieve their goals. Committed to creating smarter, more connected spaces, ABM is investing in the future to meet evolving challenges and build a healthier, thriving world. ABM: Driving possibility, together.

ABM is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer that does not discriminate on the basis of any trait or characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law, including disability and protected veteran status. ABM is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance in completing the employment application, please call 888-328-8606. We will provide you with assistance and make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case‑by‑case basis.

ABM participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program. E-Verify is an internet-based system used to electronically confirm employment eligibility.

ABM is a military‑friendly company proudly employing thousands of men and women who have served in the U.S. military. With ABM, you’ll have access to a world‑class training program and ample opportunities to use the skills you developed while serving our country. Whether you’re looking for a frontline or professional position, you can find post‑military career opportunities across ABM.

For more information, visit www.abm.com