Engineering Operations Manager

CBRE; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE's Engineering Operations Manager role in Salt Lake City is a leadership position overseeing building systems, maintenance programs, and operations for a major financial institution. The role requires driving reliability, performance, and continuous improvement across mechanical, electrical, and building systems while managing budget and safety priorities.

You will lead a skilled engineering team onsite, optimize asset performance, manage vendors, coordinate daily activities, and partner

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field; equivalent combination of education and experience considered.
• 3+ years in engineering operations, facilities management, or technical leadership.
• Experience leading and developing technical teams in facilities or operations.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and building systems maintenance programs.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management; able to build client relationships.
• Experience managing vendors and service delivery performance.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Lead, develop, and mentor a team responsible for engineering, maintenance, and facility operations.
• Coordinate daily engineering activities, workforce scheduling, task assignments, and cross-training initiatives.
• Oversee the operation, maintenance, and reliability of mechanical, electrical, and building systems.
• Manage contractors, vendors, and technical service providers to ensure quality and compliance standards are met.
• Drive preventive maintenance strategies and support asset management programs.
• Partner with client stakeholders to support operational changes, facility projects, and business requirements.
• Monitor engineering performance metrics, identify improvement opportunities, and implement operational efficiencies.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and management of maintenance and operational expenditures while promoting a culture of continuous improvement and safety.

Skills

Leadership

Team development

Facilities management

Vendor management

Building systems maintenance

Stakeholder management

MS Office

Communication skills

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

About The Role

CBRE is seeking an experienced Engineering Operations Manager to join our team onsite in Salt Lake City, supporting one of the world's leading financial institutions. In this leadership role, you will oversee critical engineering and facility operations, ensuring the reliability, performance, and continuous improvement of building systems within a complex corporate environment.

About The Role

CBRE is seeking an experienced Engineering Operations Manager to join our team onsite in Salt Lake City, supporting one of the world's leading financial institutions. In this leadership role, you will oversee critical engineering and facility operations, ensuring the reliability, performance, and continuous improvement of building systems within a complex corporate environment. You will lead a skilled team of engineering professionals, manage maintenance operations, optimize asset performance, and partner closely with client stakeholders to deliver exceptional operational outcomes.

What You’ll Do

• Lead, develop, and mentor a team responsible for engineering, maintenance, and facility operations.
• Coordinate daily engineering activities, workforce scheduling, task assignments, and cross-training initiatives.
• Oversee the operation, maintenance, and reliability of mechanical, electrical, and building systems.
• Manage contractors, vendors, and technical service providers to ensure quality and compliance standards are met.
• Drive preventive maintenance strategies and support asset management programs.
• Partner with client stakeholders to support operational changes, facility projects, and business requirements.
• Monitor engineering performance metrics, identify improvement opportunities, and implement operational efficiencies.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and management of maintenance and operational expenditures while promoting a culture of continuous improvement and safety.

What You'll Need

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field preferred; equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
• 3+ years of experience in engineering operations, facilities management, or a related technical leadership role.
• Experience leading, coaching, and developing technical teams within a facilities or operations environment.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and building systems maintenance programs.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build strong client relationships.
• Experience managing vendors, contractors, and service delivery performance.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with a continuous improvement mindset.

Why CBRE?

When you join CBRE, you become part of a global leader in commercial real estate and investment services that help 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 full potential.

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.

Disclaimer

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 is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We have 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).