Chief Engineer

Bozzuto; Washington, Northern (District of Columbia, KY); Hybrid; USD 126,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Health & wellness benefits

Paid time off

401k with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Bozzuto is seeking a Chief Engineer to supervise on-site maintenance teams and ensure high-quality services across retail and residential properties. The role focuses on overseeing operations, managing staff, and implementing preventive maintenance to preserve asset value.

Qualifications include 5+ years in maintenance operations with 3 years of supervisory experience, universal HVAC certification, and a DC-3 license. Proficiency in MS Word/Excel and familiarity with building codes are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years in maintenance operations with 3 years in supervision.
• Proficient in HVAC, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and appliance repairs.
• Microsoft Word and Excel proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Oversee property operations to protect and improve asset value.
• Supervise assigned staff with direction and scheduling.
• Implement preventive maintenance programs and future planning.
• Manage contracted services including bids and performance.
• Develop multi-year capital projects and supervise completion.
• Ensure compliance with building codes and safety regulations.
• Maintain safety, cleanliness and integrity of all building areas.
• Coordinate with Tenant Coordination to deliver spaces to tenants.

Skills

Supervisory experience

HVAC operations

MS Word & Excel

Education

HVAC certification

DC-3 license

Technical school/college cert

Job description

At Bozzuto, every team member shares a deep commitment to doing good for those around us. We live this each day by designing, building, managing and maintaining one-of-a-kind residences. Whether it’s the talent within our communities or the expertise across our property operations teams, we work together to make extraordinary happen for our clients, residents and fellow team members.

Our people are dedicated to delivering exceptional experiences to everyone we serve including each other. This shared purpose drives us to excel in every role and fosters a welcoming, inclusive workplace where teamwork thrives. Guided by our core values of concern, creativity, passion and the pursuit of perfection, we are inspired and empowered to reach higher, unlock our full potential and be truly extraordinary.

Primary Responsibilities:

As the Chief Engineer, you will function as the hands on supervisor while ensuring that the onsite maintenance team/technicians deliver quality services that continue to keep Bozzuto managed properties and outstanding place for residents to call home and for retail and commercial tenants to do business.

As a Chief Engineer, your primary responsibilities include:

• Oversee the operational aspects of the property in a manner which protects, maintains and improves the value of the owners asset
• Effectively manage assigned staff to include activities such as assigning work, providing supervision and direction as needed
• Implement preventive, ongoing and anticipated maintenance/repair programs
• Select contracted services by developing scopes of work, requesting bids, monitor performance per scopes of work and contractual agreements
• Manage multiple employees through effective communication, supervision, training and scheduling to ensure tasks are completed on time and within budget
• Develop multi-year capital project plans and manage the process to complete the capital projects
• Compliance with applicable building, city/county and safety codes and regulations
• Monitor performance of in-house and contracted services and take necessary action to assure in-house performance and contracted services (security, landscaping, janitorial, etc.) are performing up to our maximum standards
• Maintain safety, cleanliness and integrity of all areas of buildings (interior and exterior – including streetscape), systems and equipment for all property users
• Evaluates center for property needs and recommends improvements as required.
• Oversees the condition and preventive maintenance programs of key asset systems; HVAC and duct systems, fire protection/sprinkler systems, plumbing – sewer mains/clean out drains/structural building plumbing/sump pumps, vertical transportation, electrical equipment, etc.
• Ensure that retail/commercial tenants are in compliance with lease required preventive and ongoing maintenance for their spaces (pest control, HVAC, exhaust/duct/hood cleaning, window cleaning, etc.)
• Proactively manage insurance exposures at the property ensuring that all common areas throughout the asset are safe for public access
• Develop and implement proactive strategies to resolve property operational and compliance-related challenges
• Perform regular site inspections to assess physical property condition, compliance and overall administration
• Create, implement and maintain long range capital improvements plans
• Responsibility for completion of annual building systems inspection/testing, maintenance (ITM) requirements
• In charge of sustaining peak efficiency operation levels for all property components
• Ensure expeditious completion of all maintenance requests and apartment turnovers
• Reinforce monthly staffing schedules, ensuring 24/7 emergency coverage. Manage ongoing staff development efforts and skill building/learning initiatives
• Work cooperatively with Tenant Coordination to expedite the completion of Landlord work, delivery of spaces to tenants and the opening of tenants for business

What You Bring to Us:

• Experience with Retail, Residential, Historic and New Buildings
• Accredited Technical School, Military, or College Certification in HVAC and/or Operating Engineering Technologies and/or equivalent job related training and experience required
• Universal HVAC (CFC) certification and DC-3 license required
• Minimum of 5 years of related maintenance operations experience with 3 years of supervisory experience
• Knowledge of risk management, OSHA, and MSDS
• Skilled in performing HVAC, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and appliance repairs
• Familiarity with overseeing drywall work, painting, caulking, and basic carpentry
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel

This position is eligible for additional bonus opportunities.

Salary Range: $126,000 — $130,000 USD

When you join Bozzuto, you're not just accepting a job; you are becoming part of a community that cares about your overall well-being and professional growth. We recognize that our team members are the core of our business, and we are committed to taking care of them so they can deliver outstanding experiences to our residents. In addition to an award-winning culture, our benefits take into consideration everything from career development, retirement, family matters and health and wellness.

Working on our team and in this position, you can expect:

• Competitive compensation.
• Health & wellness benefits. We offer coverage for medical, dental, and vision, including access to the best doctors at an affordable price.
• Paid leave. We provide 20 days of paid time off plus holidays.
• Retirement planning. We offer a 401k program with a company match.
• Tuition reimbursement. Plus, many other programs to support career development and growth.
• A place you belong. We proudly offer a diverse range of employee resource groups, providing opportunities for our employees to connect over shared experiences, backgrounds, and cultures.

Bozzuto is proudly an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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