Chief Building Engineer Supervisor

CBRE; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

PTO

401k

Job summary

CBRE, a Fortune 500 leader in commercial real estate services, seeks a Chief Building Engineer Supervisor to manage engineering operations across a 2.8 million sq ft mixed-use campus in Atlanta, including office, lab, and warehouse spaces.

The role leads a team of 12 engineers and technicians, ensures safe, reliable building systems, and partners with client stakeholders in a fast-paced environment while driving safety, reliability, and cost efficiency.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in building engineering, facilities, or technical services.
• Prior supervisory or team leadership experience.
• Experience supporting complex or multi-building environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of engineers/technicians; manage scheduling and performance.
• Foster safety culture and continuous improvement; support hiring and onboarding.
• Oversee day-to-day operations across multiple buildings; prioritize maintenance work.

Skills

HVAC systems

Electrical systems

BAS/BMS

CMMS

Safety compliance

Emergency response

Stakeholder management

Job description

Elevate Your Career with CBRE - Join a Fortune 500 Leader!

If you are ready to make a difference and be part of one of the world’s most admired and sustainability-focused companies, CBRE is the right place for you.

We are seeking a Chief Building Engineer Supervisor to lead engineering operations across a 2.8 million sq. ft., multi building mixed-use campus in Atlanta. The campus includes office, laboratory, and warehouse environments, supporting a dynamic and high-visibility corporate headquarters.

This role oversees a team of 12 engineers and maintenance technicians and is responsible for ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of all building systems. The ideal candidate is a hands‑on leader with strong technical expertise, operational discipline, and the ability to engage effectively with client stakeholders in a fast‑paced environment.

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 and is responsible for providing support, preventive maintenance, and repairs on equipment and systems.

What You’ll Do

Leadership & Team Management

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of 12 engineers/technicians; manage scheduling, performance, and training
• Foster a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvement
• Support hiring, onboarding, and workforce planning

Engineering Operations

• Oversee day-to-day operations across multiple buildings and system types
• Assign and prioritize maintenance work (reactive vs. preventive)
• Ensure reliability and performance of critical systems (HVAC, electrical, UPS, generators, BAS)

Preventive Maintenance & Reliability

• Develop and execute preventive maintenance programs and procedures
• Drive asset lifecycle planning and system reliability improvements
• Identify and implement operational efficiencies

Client & Stakeholder Engagement

• Communicate system risks, priorities, and performance updates
• Act as liaison to client leadership and internal stakeholders
• Collaborate with: Engineering Operations Manager (direct report), Facility Managers and Coordinators

Safety & Compliance

• Enforce safety standards, procedures, and regulatory compliance
• Lead incident response and risk mitigation efforts

Financial & Operational Planning

• Support maintenance budgeting, forecasting, and cost estimation
• Track labor and materials to ensure efficient resource utilization

Emergency Response

• Lead response to critical system failures and after‑hours escalations

Supervisory Responsibilities

Supervise engineers and maintenance staff including hiring, training, personnel development, etc. Responsible to plan, implement, coordinate, and supervise all mechanical operations, maintenance, communications, energy management, and personnel development programs for assigned properties.

What You’ll Need

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Required Experience (Must-Have)

• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in building engineering, facilities, or technical services
• Prior supervisory or team leadership experience
• Experience supporting complex or multi‑building environments

Technical Expertise

• HVAC systems
• Electrical systems (switchgear, UPS, generators)
• Building automation systems (BAS/BMS)
• Experience with preventive and predictive maintenance programs

Operational Skills

• Experience with CMMS/work order systems
• Strong understanding of safety practices and compliance
• Ability to manage emergency response scenarios

Business & Communication Skills

• Budgeting, cost estimation, and resource planning experience
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

Preferred Qualifications (Nice-to-Have)

• Experience in mixed‑use campuses (office, lab, industrial)
• Corporate HQ or high‑profile client experience
• Trade licenses or certifications (HVAC, Electrical, Stationary Engineer)
• Experience in critical environments (data centers, manufacturing, labs)
• Lean, Six Sigma, or reliability engineering exposure
• Vendor and contract management experience

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.

Benefits

• Benefits start 1st of the month: Medical, dental vision, PTO, 401k, etc.
• Internal advancement available after 6 month mark
• Work/life balance
• Competitive Pay

Applicant AI Use Disclosure

We value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills, and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process.

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).