Chief Engineer Building Maintenance / Miami Beach

Automatic Data Processing, Inc.; Miami Beach (FL); On-site; USD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Dental

Vision

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Awards

Job summary

AKAM is seeking a Chief Engineer Building Maintenance in Miami Beach to lead all maintenance operations for a high-rise condominium. The role oversees a maintenance team, coordinates vendors, and drives preventative maintenance programs while coordinating with Property Management and the Board on capital projects and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities include staff supervision, safety enforcement, and ensuring timely responses to resident maintenance requests and inspections.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of facilities maintenance or engineering leadership experience.
• Experience managing high-rise building systems and capital projects.
• Strong knowledge of safety, compliance, and life-safety procedures.
• Proven ability to supervise staff, coordinate vendors, and manage preventive maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Direct maintenance operations for a high-rise building to ensure safety and efficiency.
• Supervise maintenance staff, schedule work orders, and supervise after-hours responses.
• Coordinate with vendors, track maintenance programs, and report to Property Manager/Board.
• Maintain records, inspections, and monthly management reports; support capital projects and regulatory compliance.

Job description

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Chief Engineer Building Maintenance / Miami Beach

Maintenance Full Time Miami Beach, FL, US

Salary: $80,000.00 Annually

About the company: Founded in 1983, AKAMprovides unparalleled knowledge, industry-leading technology, cost-saving initiatives, and the best customer service in the industry to every condominium, cooperative, homeowners association, and investment property we service. From comprehensive financial oversight to operations management, compliance administration, and violation removal, we maximize operational efficiency and value for our clients. Our core values include Innovation, Collaboration, Elevation, Accountability & Hospitality.

What we offer:AKAM is proud to be Great Place to Work-Certified. Our benefits include several healthcare, dental and vision options, a retirement program, paid time off plans, paid holidays, service and performance awards.

About the job: The Chief Engineer oversees all maintenance operations for a high-rise condominium, ensuring the building is safe, well-maintained, and operating efficiently. This role supervises the maintenance team, coordinates vendors, manages preventative maintenance programs, and works closely with Property Management and the Board to support capital projects, inspections, and regulatory compliance.

Duties & Responsibilities

Staff Supervision & Operations

• Supervise, schedule, train, and evaluate maintenance personnel.
• Assign and prioritize work orders, preventative maintenance tasks, and emergency responses.
• Ensure adequate staffing coverage, including after-hours and on-call responsibilities.
• Enforce safety procedures and professional conduct standards.
• Provide technical guidance and hands-on assistance when necessary.
• Oversee maintenance and operation of major building systems, including but not limited to: Electrical and lighting systems, plumbing and domestic water systems, HVAC and ventilation systems, elevators and vertical transportation, fire alarm, fire sprinkler, and life-safety systems, emergency generators and backup systems, pool and spa facilities, and other critical building infrastructure.
• Ensure timely and efficient verbal and written responses to maintenance requests from residents and management.
• Perform regular inspections of the property to identify areas needing maintenance, repairs, or upgrades.
• Manage and coordinate all building repairs, renovations, and upgrades.
• Maintain system logs, inspection records, and maintenance documentation.
• Perform hands-on maintenance work when necessary
• Maintain accurate electronic records of maintenance activities, inspections, and repairs and provide monthly reports to Property Manager/Board of Directors.

Compliance & Safety

• Coordinate and support fire inspections and life‑safety testing, elevator certifications, pool and health department requirements.
• Ensure compliance with the municipal regulations, including safety codes, fire codes, and environmental laws.
• Maintain and update OSHA required safety protocols, ensuring that all maintenance staff are trained in proper safety procedures.
• Lead maintenance response during emergencies and after-hours incidents
• Respond to emergencies, such as power outages, floods, or fire alarms, ensuring the safety and security of residents.
• Coordinate staff actions during alarms, outages, flooding, or safety events
• Ensure staff readiness and familiarity with emergency procedures
• Coordinate vendors, contractors, engineers, and inspectors.
• Develop necessary vendor RFPs, obtain quotes, and manage relationships with service providers.
• Assist with proposal reviews, scope coordination, and project logistics.
• Monitor contractor work for general compliance with approved scope and site safety.

Budget, Inventory & Reporting

• Assist Property Manager with annual maintenance budgeting and cost controls
• Manage and maintenance inventory of tools, equipment, and supplies.
• Oversee the procurement of materials and supplies, ensuring cost‑effectiveness.
• Recommend repairs, replacements, and upgrades based on condition and lifecycle
• Identify maintenance issues that may affect reserve components or capital planning.
• Provide regular updates to management regarding building conditions and priorities

Resident Relations

• Communicate effectively with the building manager regarding maintenance issues, upcoming repairs, and any disruptions to building services.
• Address resident complaints related to building systems promptly and professionally.