Chief Engineer: Building Systems Leader & Ops Expert

LB&B Associates Inc.

Silver Spring (MD)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

13 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
Disability insurance
401(k) with matching
Vacation
Sick leave

Job summary

LB&B Associates Inc. seeks a seasoned Chief Engineer to lead technical operations and maintenance for critical facilities in the Maryland-DC area.

You will direct a skilled technical team, ensure reliability, safety and performance, and collaborate with management to optimize energy use and regulatory compliance. Ideal candidates bring 5+ years in a chief engineer or supervisory role in commercial facilities, with hands-on HVAC, boilers, chillers, life safety, electrical distribution, and strong

Qualifications

  • Minimum five years as Chief Engineer or in a related supervisory role in commercial facilities.
  • Hands-on expertise with HVAC, boilers, chillers, pumps, heat exchangers and building systems.
  • Licensed in EPA Refrigerants and Maryland/DC stationary engineer licenses as listed.
  • Excellent English communication, strong organizational and supervisory abilities.
  • Commitment to safety and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee technical operations and maintenance of assigned buildings to keep equipment running optimally.
  • Supervise, train, and mentor engineering staff, promoting teamwork and accountability.
  • Plan work schedules, preventive maintenance, and emergency response plans.
  • Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and security standards and regulations.
  • Manage vendor relationships and contracts for services and repairs.
  • Coordinate modifications to building utilities, piping, ductwork, and life safety systems.
  • Lead onboarding and ongoing training of new technical staff.
  • Respond to building emergencies during and after hours and maintain security protocols.

Skills

Leadership
HVAC systems
Building Automation
Life Safety systems
Electrical distribution
Plumbing
Regulatory compliance

Education

EPA Universal Refrigerant License
Maryland 1st/3rd class stationary engineer license
DC 1st/3rd class stationary engineer license

Tools

Chillers
Boilers
Pumps & heat exchangers
Life safety systems

Job description

LB&B Associates Inc. seeks a seasoned Chief Engineer to lead technical operations and maintenance for critical facilities in the Maryland-DC area.

You will direct a skilled technical team, ensure reliability, safety and performance, and collaborate with management to optimize energy use and regulatory compliance. Ideal candidates bring 5+ years in a chief engineer or supervisory role in commercial facilities, with hands-on HVAC, boilers, chillers, life safety, electrical distribution, and strong

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