Chief Building Engineer

Intuit, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive union wages

Health and retirement benefits

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development opportunities

Supportive leadership and team culture

Job summary

HR Legacy Commercial is seeking a Chief Building Engineer to oversee maintenance and engineering operations at our Chicago residential properties. The role requires strong technical leadership and a proactive approach to safety and resident satisfaction.

You will manage boilers, HVAC, and utilities, supervise staff, coordinate with vendors, and ensure compliance with codes and OSHA standards while supporting budgets and capital planning.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in building engineering, mechanical maintenance, or facilities operations.
• Experience operating and maintaining commercial boiler, HVAC, and mechanical systems.
• Strong knowledge of plumbing, electrical, heating, and building equipment.
• Previous supervisory or lead engineering experience.
• Ability to diagnose mechanical problems and coordinate repairs.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to respond to emergency maintenance situations.
• Experience using computerized maintenance and work order systems.
• City of Chicago Stationary Engineer License required for duties involving such equipment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily engineering and mechanical maintenance operations.
• Supervise and train assigned engineering and maintenance personnel.
• Operate, inspect, troubleshoot, and maintain boilers, HVAC systems, pumps, motors, and other equipment.
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance schedules.
• Perform and coordinate plumbing, electrical, heating, and mechanical repairs.
• Respond to emergency maintenance requests, including heating outages and leaks.
• Conduct regular building inspections for safety and efficiency.
• Manage maintenance work orders and ensure timely completion.
• Monitor equipment performance and recommend repairs or replacements.
• Coordinate with contractors and vendors for specialized maintenance.
• Maintain logs, inspection records, and inventory.
• Ensure compliance with building codes, OSHA, and safety procedures.
• Assist property management with budgets, purchasing, and capital planning.
• Maintain professional, resident-focused approach in all activities.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Troubleshooting

Emergency response

CMMS

Tools

Yardi

Job description

Position: Chief Building Engineer
Location: Chicago, Illinois
Employment Type: Full-Time
Department: Maintenance & Engineering
Union Affiliation: IUOE Local 399, where applicable
Compensation: Competitive union wages based on the applicable collective bargaining agreement

Position Summary

HR Legacy Commercial is seeking an experienced, dependable, and highly skilled Chief Building Engineer to oversee building maintenance, mechanical systems, and engineering operations at our residential properties throughout Chicago.

The ideal candidate will possess strong technical expertise, leadership skills, and a proactive approach to preventive maintenance, building safety, and resident satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily engineering and mechanical maintenance operations.

• Supervise, train, and provide technical direction to assigned engineering and maintenance personnel.

• Operate, inspect, troubleshoot, and maintain boilers, HVAC systems, pumps, motors, and other building mechanical equipment.

• Develop and implement preventive maintenance schedules to minimize equipment failures.

• Perform and coordinate plumbing, electrical, heating, and mechanical repairs within applicable licensing and safety requirements.

• Respond to emergency maintenance requests, including heating outages, water leaks, and equipment failures.

• Conduct regular building inspections to identify mechanical, operational, and safety concerns.

• Manage maintenance work orders and ensure timely completion.

• Monitor equipment performance and recommend repairs, upgrades, or replacements.

• Coordinate with outside contractors and vendors for specialized maintenance and repairs.

• Maintain accurate equipment logs, inspection records, maintenance reports, and inventory.

• Ensure compliance with applicable building codes, OSHA standards, and company safety procedures.

• Assist property management with maintenance budgets, purchasing, and capital improvement planning.

• Maintain a professional and resident-focused approach to all maintenance activities.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in building engineering, mechanical maintenance, or facilities operations.

• Experience operating and maintaining commercial boiler, HVAC, and mechanical systems.

• Strong working knowledge of plumbing, electrical, heating, and building equipment.

• Previous supervisory or lead engineering experience.

• Ability to diagnose mechanical problems and coordinate effective repairs.

• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

• Ability to respond to emergency maintenance situations.

• Ability to use computerized maintenance and work order systems.

• Valid City of Chicago Stationary Engineer License for positions involving equipment requiring such licensure.

Required Certifications and Licenses

• City of Chicago Stationary Engineer License – Required for assigned duties involving regulated stationary engineering equipment.

• EPA Section 608 Certification – Required when performing covered refrigerant-related work.

• Any additional licenses or certifications required for assigned equipment and job responsibilities.

Preferred Certifications

• EPA Section 608 Universal Certification.

• OSHA 30-Hour General Industry Certification.

• HVAC and boiler operations certifications.

• IUOE Local 399 training or equivalent technical qualifications.

• CPR and First Aid Certification.

• Additional building maintenance or facilities management certifications.

Preferred Experience

• Experience maintaining multifamily residential buildings, high-rise properties, or affordable housing communities.

• Knowledge of commercial heating systems, boilers, and central mechanical plants.

• Experience managing engineering staff and coordinating outside contractors.

• Familiarity with Yardi or similar property maintenance software.

• Experience conducting preventive maintenance inspections and maintaining equipment inventories.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Ability to climb ladders, bend, kneel, stand, and walk throughout residential buildings.

• Ability to work in boiler rooms, mechanical spaces, basements, and other maintenance environments.

• Ability to safely operate building maintenance tools and equipment.

• Availability for assigned emergency and after-hours maintenance responsibilities.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation in accordance with applicable union agreements.

• Health and retirement benefits, as applicable.

• Paid time off and holidays.

• Professional development and training opportunities.

• Supportive leadership and a team-oriented work environment.

• Opportunity to contribute to the operations of a growing property management company.

About HR Legacy Commercial

HR Legacy Commercial is a Chicago-based property and asset management company committed to providing high-quality property operations, proactive maintenance, and exceptional resident services.

Our company operates under a servant leadership philosophy built on professionalism, accountability, transparency, and putting residents first.

We are seeking professionals who take ownership of their responsibilities, demonstrate strong leadership, and are committed to maintaining safe, reliable, and well-managed residential communities.

Equal Employment Opportunity

HR Legacy Commercial is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace.