Chief Building Engineer

CBRE; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE is seeking a Chief Building Engineer to perform complex preventive maintenance and repairs on buildings, systems, and equipment. You will lead operations, train staff, and coordinate subcontractors while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

This role requires strong technical knowledge, supervisory experience, and the ability to optimize maintenance plans to minimize downtime and extend equipment life.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or trade school diploma with 5–8 years of job-related experience; combination of experience and education considered.
• Meet the physical requirements including lifting 50 lbs or more.
• Innovative mindset to develop methods beyond existing solutions.
• Ability to solve unique problems with broad business impact.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong organizational skills with an inquisitive mindset.
• Advanced math skills for complex calculations.

Responsibilities

• Follow all applicable codes, regulations, and safety directives related to building operations.
• Lead operations, assign work orders, and provide training of coworkers and subcontractors; arrange for subcontractors as needed.
• Consult with clients to schedule preventive maintenance to minimize downtime and plan maintenance programs.
• Inspect building systems (fire alarms, HVAC, plumbing) to ensure operation within design parameters.
• Oversee engineering staff and ensure equipment and space are in good condition.
• Respond to emergencies and coordinate assistance as needed.
• Develop new methods to improve department objectives and efficiency.
• Demonstrate expertise across the function and mentor others.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Supervisory experience

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

About The Role

As a CBRE Chief Building Engineer, you will perform complex preventive maintenance and corrective repairs of buildings, industrial systems, vehicles, equipment, and grounds.

This job is part of the Engineering and Technical Services job function. They are responsible for providing support, preventive maintenance, and repairs on equipment and systems.

What You’ll Do

• Follow all applicable codes, regulations, governmental agency, and company directives related to building operations and work safety.
• Lead operations, assign work orders, and provide technical and procedural training of coworkers and subcontractors. Arranges for subcontractors as needed.
• Consult with clients to schedule preventive maintenance during downtime to cut business interruption and inconvenience. Plan a preventive maintenance program to ensure that building machinery and systems meet or exceed their rated life.
• Check building systems including fire alarms, HVAC, and plumbing to ensure the operation of equipment is within design capabilities and achieves environmental conditions prescribed by the client.
• Oversee and inspect the work performed by engineering staff to make sure the work is complete; equipment is functioning properly, and client space is in great working condition.
• Respond to emergency situations and ask for help when needed.
• Apply advanced knowledge to seek and develop new, better methods for accomplishing both individual and department objectives.
• Showcase expertise in own job discipline and in-depth knowledge of other job disciplines within the organization function.
• Coach others to develop in-depth knowledge and expertise in most or all areas within the function.
• Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values. Anticipate potential objections and persuades others, often at senior levels and of divergent interest, to adopt a different point of view.
• Impact the achievement of customer, operational, project, or service objectives across multi-discipline teams. Work is guided by functional policies which impact the design of procedures and policies.
• Contribute to new products, processes, standards, and/or operational plans in support of achieving functional goals.
• Communicate difficult and complex ideas with the ability to influence.

What You’ll Need

• High School Diploma, GED, or trade school diploma with 5-8 years of job-related experience. In lieu of a diploma, a combination of experience and education will be considered. Prior shift manager or supervisory experience preferred.
• Meet the physical requirements of this role including stooping, standing, walking, climbing stairs/ladders, and the ability to lift/carry heavy loads of 50 lbs. or more.
• The innovative mentality to develop methods that go beyond existing solutions.
• Ability to solve unique problems using standard and innovative solutions having a broad impact on the business.
• In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Expert organizational skills with an advanced inquisitive mindset.
• Highly sophisticated math skills. Ability to calculate somewhat complex figures such as percentages, fractions, and other financial-related calculations.

Why CBRE

When youjoin CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estateservices and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamicproblem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significantimpact. 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 tochart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome all applicants.

OurValues in Hiring

At CBRE,we are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels they belong. Wevalue diverse perspectives and experiences, and we welcome all applications.

Disclaimers

Applicantsmust be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need forvisa sponsorship now or in the future.

ApplicantAI Use Disclosure

We valuehuman interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills andaspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiringdecisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the applicationand interview process.

AboutCBRE Group, Inc.

CBRE Group, Inc. (NYSE:CBRE), a Fortune 500 andS&P 500 company headquartered in Dallas, is the world’s largest commercialreal estate services and investment firm (based on 2024 revenue). The companyhas more than 140,000 employees (including Turner & Townsend employees)serving clients in more than 100 countries. CBRE serves clients through fourbusiness segments: Advisory (leasing, sales, debt origination, mortgageserving, valuations); Building Operations & Experience (facilitiesmanagement, property management, flex space & experience); ProjectManagement (program management, project management, cost consulting); RealEstate Investments (investment management, development). Please visit ourwebsite at www.cbre.com.

CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate’s education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for the Chief Building Engineer position is $85,000.00 annually [or $40.87 per hour] and the maximum salary for the Chief Building Engineer position is $93,600.00 annually [or $45.00 per hour]. The compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity: CBRE is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We have a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Candidate Accommodations: CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company’s success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at [e-mail] or via telephone at [phone] (U.S.) and [phone] (Canada).