Chief Building Engineer (Westminster, CO)

CBRE Group, Inc.; Westminster, Northern (CO, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE Group, Inc. is seeking a Chief Building Engineer to serve as the technical lead and operational steward for a campus of healthcare facilities in Westminster, CO.

You will balance facility management with proactive maintenance and strategic client consultation to keep systems operating at peak performance with safety and efficiency. You will mentor engineering staff, lead maintenance programs, and coordinate with clients to schedule preventive maintenance during downtime, while ensuring

Qualifications

• Boiler, chiller and BAS expertise with troubleshooting, parts replacement, and general maintenance.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and perform physical tasks as required.
• Authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship now or in the future.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• 5–8 years of job-related experience; supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong math skills for percentages, fractions and financial calculations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations for the facility campus and mentor engineering staff.
• Lead preventive and corrective maintenance programs.
• Ensure building systems (boilers, chillers, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, life safety) operate to standard.
• Utilize BAS to optimize heating and cooling.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical and infrastructure components.
• Coordinate maintenance to minimize business interruption and align with client environmental requirements.
• Conduct onsite inspections and ensure spaces are in excellent condition.
• Adhere to codes, safety regulations, and CBRE directives.

Skills

Boiler, chiller and BAS expertise

Leadership and mentoring

Troubleshooting and hands-on mainten.

Microsoft Office proficiency

Strong mathematical skills

Safety and compliance knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED/trade diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the Role:

As a CBRE Chief Building Engineer, you willyou will serve as the technical lead and operational steward for a campus of healthcare facilities including a central utility plant in Westminster, CO.

This is a high-impact, hands-on role where you will balance complex facility management, corrective and preventive maintenance, and strategic client consultation. You will lead by example, combining technical expertise with team mentorship to ensure all building systems operate at peak performance, safety, and efficiency.

What You'll Do:

• Oversee day-to-day operations for the facility campus. Assign work orders, mentor engineering staff, and provide technical and procedural training to coworkers and subcontractors.
• Lead the execution of comprehensive preventive and corrective maintenance programs.
• Ensure all building infrastructure, including boilers, chillers, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and life safety systems, meet or exceed operational standards.
• Utilize Building Automation Systems (BAS) to optimize heating and cooling efficiency.
• Perform hands-on troubleshooting, repairs, and component replacement across all mechanical and infrastructure disciplines.
• Proactively coordinate maintenance schedules to minimize business interruption and consult with clients to align facility performance with their environmental requirements.
• Conduct regular onsite inspections to ensure equipment is functioning within design capabilities and that all common areas and tenant spaces remain in excellent condition.
• Strictly adhere to, and enforce, all applicable building codes, safety regulations, governmental agency requirements, and CBRE operational directives.
• Serve as a key responder for facility emergencies, maintaining composure and decisive action while coordinating additional resources when necessary.
• 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.
• Demonstrated expertise in boiler, chiller and BAS, including troubleshooting, parts replacement, and general maintenance.
• 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.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

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.

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.