Building Systems Engineer: Alarm Monitoring & Maintenance

CBRE Group, Inc.; Branchburg Township (NJ); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE Group, Inc. is seeking a Building Engineer / Alarm Monitoring Technician in Branchburg, NJ to maintain critical facility systems, respond to alarms, and coordinate incident response to minimize downtime.

You will perform preventive maintenance across HVAC, electrical, plumbing, life safety, and other building systems, oversee contractors, and keep accurate maintenance records. This role requires hands-on skills, safety compliance, and the ability to work with limited supervision in a

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or trade school certification with relevant facilities, engineering, maintenance, or monitoring experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and computerized maintenance or monitoring systems.
• Technical knowledge across building trades and maintenance practice.

Responsibilities

• Comply with safety regulations, communicate with clients, vendors and internal teams to resolve issues and support performance.
• Maintain energy management and building efficiency programs and support general maintenance functions.
• Monitor device connectivity, preventive maintenance schedules, and firmware updates.
• Oversee contractors to ensure quality, safety and standards.
• Review work orders, estimate labor/materials, and coordinate procurement.
• Perform preventive maintenance, repairs, and inspections with accurate records.
• Respond to alarms and emergencies with diagnostics and on-site troubleshooting.
• Monitor HVAC, plumbing, fire alarm, life safety, and critical facility platforms.

Skills

HVAC

Electrical

Mechanical

Plumbing

Refrigeration

Process controls

Carpentry

Building monitoring

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

CMMS/monitoring systems

Job description

Are you ready to grow your career with a global leader in commercial real estate services and facilities management? CBRE is expanding and we're building a network of top-tier professionals across the Branchburg, New Jersey market. This is an outstanding opportunity to join a growing Pharmaceutical site.

About the Role:

As a CBRE Building Engineer / Alarm Monitoring Technician, you will utilize advanced technical skills to perform preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and corrective repairs on building systems, equipment, and critical facility infrastructure while also monitoring and operating supervisory control systems. Working with limited supervision, you will ensure the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of facility assets by responding to alarms, monitoring system performance, coordinating incident response, and supporting day-to-day building operations. This role requires a combination of hands-on maintenance expertise and real-time monitoring capabilities across mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, life safety, and other critical building systems to maintain operational excellence and minimize downtime.

What You’ll Do:

• Comply with all safety regulations, company policies, and operational procedures while communicating effectively with clients, vendors, and internal teams to resolve issues and support facility performance.
• Maintain energy management and building efficiency programs while supporting lighting, carpentry, welding, locksmith, and other general building maintenance functions as required.
• Support asset management and reliability programs by monitoring device connectivity, maintaining preventive maintenance schedules, managing configuration changes, and ensuring firmware and system updates are completed.
• Oversee and inspect work performed by contractors and vendors, ensuring compliance with quality, safety, and operational standards.
• Review work orders, estimate labor and material requirements, and coordinate procurement of parts and supplies needed to complete maintenance activities.
• Perform preventive maintenance, repairs, and inspections on building equipment and infrastructure while maintaining accurate maintenance records.
• Respond to system alarms, emergencies, and equipment issues by performing diagnostics, corrective actions, and on-site troubleshooting to minimize downtime and after-hours escalations.
• Monitor, operate, and troubleshoot building systems, including HVAC, plumbing, fire alarm, life safety, and critical facility monitoring platforms to ensure safe and reliable operations.

What You’ll Need:

• Valid driver’s license (if required), ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including lifting up to 50 pounds, climbing ladders, walking, standing, and responding to facility emergencies.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future
• Demonstrated problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making abilities with the capacity to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and computerized maintenance or monitoring systems; strong organizational and documentation skills.
• Ability to interpret work instructions, technical documents, procedures, and maintenance records while effectively communicating with clients and team members.
• Industry certifications preferred, including Universal CFC certification and/or applicable state or local trade licenses.
• Technical knowledge of HVAC, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, refrigeration, process controls, carpentry, or related building trades.
• Experience performing building operations, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and monitoring of critical facility systems and equipment.
• High School Diploma, GED, or trade school certification with relevant facilities, engineering, maintenance, or monitoring experience; equivalent combinations of education and experience considered.

Why CBRE

When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values — respect, integrity, service and excellence — and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome all applicants.

Applicant AI Use Disclosure

We value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process.