Chief Building Engineer Supervisor

CBRE Group, Inc.; Alexandria, Northern (LA, KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE Group, Inc. in the United States is seeking a Chief Building Engineer Supervisor to lead a facilities maintenance team across a portfolio of buildings.

You will plan, coordinate, and manage ongoing maintenance and repair operations, ensuring high-quality, timely work and adherence to CBRE standards. You will develop preventive maintenance programs, manage staffing, budgets, and vendor relations, and mentor staff to deliver safe and efficient building operations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or trade school diploma; 5–8 years of related experience.
• Prior shift manager or supervisory experience preferred.
• Ability to lift/carry heavy loads and meet physical requirements.
• Valid driver's license and proficiency with Microsoft Office products.

Responsibilities

• Track training and development of staff; conduct performance evaluations and coaching.
• Coordinate and manage daily team activities; set schedules and assign tasks.
• Develop, implement, and communicate preventive maintenance programs and safety procedures.
• Develop cost estimates for work orders, PM activities, and projects.
• Establish and maintain maintenance budgets; respond to emergencies.
• Mentor staff; lead by example and align with CBRE values.
• Communicate complex ideas and influence stakeholders to achieve objectives.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Driver's license

Microsoft Office

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

About the Role:

As a CBRE Chief Building Engineer Supervisor, you will supervise the team responsible for planning, coordinating, and managing ongoing maintenance and repair operations for a facility, a campus, or a portfolio of buildings.

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:

• Track the training and development of staff. Conduct performance evaluations and provide coaching opportunities. Oversee the recruiting and hiring of new employees.


• Coordinate and manage the team's daily activities. Establish work schedules, assign tasks, and cross-train staff.


• Set and track staff and department deadlines. Mentor and coach as needed.


• Develop, implement, and communicate preventive maintenance programs and safety procedure manuals.


• Ensure that the mechanics and technicians have the proper information and materials about assignments to complete work activities in a high-quality and timely fashion.


• Develop material and labor cost estimates for work orders, preventative maintenance activities, systems, and construction projects.


• Establish and maintain budgets for facilities maintenance.


• 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. Anticipates 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.


• Valid Drivers License


• 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 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.

Our Values in Hiring

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

Disclaimers

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About CBRE Group, Inc.

CBRE Group, Inc. (NYSE:CBRE), a Fortune 500 and S&P 500 company headquartered in Dallas, is the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm (based on 2024 revenue). The company has more than 140,000 employees (including Turner & Townsend employees) serving clients in more than 100 countries. CBRE serves clients through four business segments: Advisory (leasing, sales, debt origination, mortgage serving, valuations); Building Operations & Experience (facilities management, property management, flex space & experience); Project Management (program management, project management, cost consulting); Real Estate Investments (investment management, development). Please visit our website at www.cbre.com.