Chief Building Engineer Supervisor

CBRE; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 67,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE is seeking a Chief Building Engineer Supervisor for its Columbus office. This mid-senior level position involves supervising maintenance operations for a portfolio of buildings, leading teams, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance with safety and operational standards. Ideal candidates should have significant experience in maintenance and engineering disciplines with leadership capabilities. Join CBRE to be part of a dynamic team in a company that values diversity and excellence.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of job-related experience in building maintenance.
• Experience in a leadership role preferred.
• Knowledge of HVAC, electrical, and mechanical systems.

Responsibilities

• Supervise maintenance and repair operations for facilities.
• Lead operational accounts and assist in budget development.
• Respond to emergency situations and customer concerns.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Compliance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Universal CFC certification

Job description

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About The Role


As a CBRE Chief Building Engineer Supervisor, you will supervise the team responsible for planning, coordinating, and leading ongoing maintenance and repair operations for a facility, a campus, or a portfolio of buildings. Plan, implement, coordinate and handle all mechanical operations, maintenance, communications, energy management, and workforce development programs.

What You'll Do

• Lead the building's operational accounts and assists in development of operating and capital budgets.
• 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.
• Assist in operations and maintenance issues, fixing and problem solving as required.
• Establish and maintain budgets for facilities maintenance.
• Recommend and implement improvements for preventive maintenance programs on an ongoing basis and develop/maintain effective building-specific maintenance and safety procedure manuals.
• Coordinates maintenance efforts with outside contractors, tenant finish personnel and technicians. Supervise all building systems including fire/life safety, plumbing, HVAC and electrical issues and must remain current with the latest HVAC technology trends.
• Respond to all emergency situations quickly (fire, evacuation, equipment failure etc.) and customer concerns.
• Establish and monitor programs to ensure compliance with applicable codes, requisitions, government agency and company directives as relates to building operations.
• Tracks the training and development of staff. Conduct performance evaluations and provide coaching opportunities. Oversee the recruiting and hiring of new employees.
• Coordinate and lead 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.
  
  

What You'll Need


An individual will need to perform each duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• High School Diploma or equivalent experience, 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. Previous experience in a leadership role preferred.
• Universal CFC certification required. Additional certification in three or more of the following: HVAC, electrical, mechanical, HVAC and refrigeration systems, process controls, mechanical power transmissions, painting, plumbing, carpentry or engine repair. Certifications/licenses as may be required by local or state jurisdictions.
• Requires sophisticated knowledge of financial terms and principles. Ability to calculate intermediate figures such as percentages, discounts, and commissions. Conducts advanced financial analysis.
  
  

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 realize your full potential.

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


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

Equal Employment Opportunity: CBRE has 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).

Service line: Advisory Segment

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

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