Campus Facilities Engineering Leader

CBRE Group, Inc.; Redmond (WA); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE Group, Inc. seeks a Chief Building Engineer to lead facilities operations at the U.S. headquarters in Redmond, WA. You will oversee building systems, preventive maintenance programs, budgets, and a skilled technical team supporting a mission‑critical campus.

This role blends hands‑on engineering with leadership, strategy, and innovation within CBRE’s Engineering and Technical Services function. Ideal for a facilities leader ready to make a visible impact.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or trade school with 5–8 years of related experience.
• Experience in supervisory roles or shift management preferred.
• Ability to use standard and innovative solutions to solve problems.

Responsibilities

• Track staff training and development; conduct performance evaluations and coaching.
• Coordinate team daily activities; set work schedules and deadlines.
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs and safety manuals.
• Ensure technicians have information and materials to complete work activities.
• Develop cost estimates for work orders, maintenance activities, systems, and projects.
• Establish and maintain facilities maintenance budgets.
• Respond to emergencies and seek help when needed.
• Contribute to new processes, standards, and operational plans.
• Mentor others to build expertise across disciplines.
• Lead by example consistent with CBRE RISE values.
• Communicate complex ideas and influence stakeholders.

Skills

Staff development

Coaching

Budgeting

Preventive maintenance

Leadership

Problem solving

MS Office

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

CBRE Group, Inc. seeks a Chief Building Engineer to lead facilities operations at the U.S. headquarters in Redmond, WA. You will oversee building systems, preventive maintenance programs, budgets, and a skilled technical team supporting a mission‑critical campus.

This role blends hands‑on engineering with leadership, strategy, and innovation within CBRE’s Engineering and Technical Services function. Ideal for a facilities leader ready to make a visible impact.