Chief Building Engineer

EMCOR Group Inc.; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction and facilities services seeks a Chief Building Engineer. The successful candidate will manage the operation and maintenance of building systems, ensuring safety and efficiency. With responsibilities spanning from HVAC to plumbing, this role calls for a proactive, experienced individual ready to make a significant impact.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years' experience in HVAC/facilities engineering field.
• Completion of Universal Certification or enrolled in an HVAC program.
• Required Mechanical Trades or Trade School certification.

Responsibilities

• Oversees operation and maintenance of mechanical, electrical, and control systems.
• Manages the preventive maintenance program and tool department.
• Communicates with management teams and oversees contractor work.

Skills

Communication

Customer Service

Carpentry

Safe Work Practices

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Hand Tools

Power Tools

Job description

EMCOR Facilities Services (EFS), an EMCOR core business, services over 1 billion square feet of space worldwide. From corporate campuses to single sites, EFS provides a range of services that support mission-critical areas of financial services, manufacturing, pharmaceutical, transportation, and government sectors.

Job Title: ChiefBuilding Engineer

Responsible for the Operation, Replacement, Repair and Maintenance ofbuildingrelated mechanical, electrical, control systems, plumbing, air handling units, pumps, heat exchangers, expansion joints, and otherbuildingmechanical systems. Work involves the lifting of heavy mechanical equipment and apparatus, and may be performed in areas of extreme heat, cold, and/or noise. Receives and responds to service calls, takes immediate action to resolve emergency situations or system breakdowns. Ensure all preventive maintenance is completed and necessary repairs are always made. Oversees assigned utility mechanics and contractors, routine and preventive maintenance work to ensure work is performed appropriately and in a safe manner. Communicates with EMCOR and Customer operations management teams, tenants/utility system end users, and Business Unit Stakeholders.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Oversight of the operation of and the replacement, repair, and maintenance of all related mechanical, electrical, control/BMS systems, air handling units, pumps, motors, heat exchangers, and expansion joints. Management of Preventive Maintenance program, and oversight/management of all on-demand work orders.

· Preventive maintenance program management; inspect and make sure maintenance is being performed properly. Suggest enhancements to preventative maintenance programs as needed.

· Management of the tool department; assets are in good condition and accounted for. Inform client of repairs or replacements needed. Secure bench stock and spare parts are available after use.

· Management and oversight of water treatment programs for all open and closed loop systems and testing daily.

· Oversight of all engineering areas, physical plant, fan rooms, shop, tool room and storage rooms etc. To ensure they are kept in clean and neat order.

· Implementation of the EMCOR and client safety program, including staff training, safety equipment, lock-out tag-out and hazardous material procedures.

· Be familiar with roof access to each building, water and gas shutoffs, lighting controls, fire alarm stations, and irrigation.

· Light bulb and ballast replacement

• Routine and preventive maintenance duties including filter changes, lubrication, control and performance check. Replace bearings, motors, and dampers
• Perform plumbing maintenance and repair of pipes, fixtures, and valves.
• Perform any additional duties on an as “required” basis where such duties are within the scope of contractual obligations

Communicates with EMCOR and Customer facility operations management teams, tenants/utility system end users, and Business Unit Stakeholders.

Operate, Monitor, Adjust, Maintain Building Automation Systems

Maintain CMMS system and Logbooks

Oversee work performed by outside contractors on the building

Requisition necessary material to complete required repairs

HVAC Project Management and Oversight of all systems

Qualifications:

HS Diploma or greater

Business Experience (Prior years work/related experience)

Minimum of five(5) years' experience in HVAC/ facilities engineering field. Completion of a Universal Certification and/or certified or enrolled in an HVAC program.

Licenses/Certifications

· Required Mechanical Trades or Trade School certification in location applicable disciplines i.e. HVAC, Electrical, Hydraulics, Plumbing, Automation/Controls

Language Skills

· Ability to read, write, and communicate in English required

Technical Qualifications & Skills

· Reads and interprets Piping & Instrument Drawings (P&IDs), Floor Plans, Site Maps and/or Electrical Diagrams.

· Experience & proven ability to repairbuildingelectrical, plumbing, & HVAC auxiliary systems

· Basic carpentry skills.

· Strong knowledge of operation ofbuildingauxiliary systems i.e. fire-life safety, stand by emergency generators

· Familiarity of generalbuildingsystems i.e. vertical lift equipment, overhead doors.

· Ability to write, execute written and oral instructions and perform arithmetic calculations.

· Strong knowledge of safe work practices and procedures typical for maintenance operations

· Ability to safely wear a respirator, climb ladders, enter confined spaces, lift heavy objects and perform other physically demanding tasks

· Safely and skillfully use all types of related hand and power tools

· Ability to draft proposals

· Excellent communication and customer service skills.

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As a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, we offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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