Lead Building Engineer

National Development; Burlington (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Flexible Spending Plans

Life Insurance and LTD

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness incentives

401K match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid Time-off

Job summary

National Development in Burlington, MA is seeking a full-time Lead Building Engineer to support a large portfolio of office and retail space. The role combines hands-on maintenance, inspections, and tenant-focused service under the direction of the Chief Engineer.

Ideal candidates will have HVAC expertise, building maintenance experience, and strong knowledge of Massachusetts codes. You will supervise vendors, manage emergency responses, and uphold ND’s standards of sustainability and CSR across

Qualifications

• Skilled in all areas of maintenance, HVAC, building maintenance, and engineering.
• Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot complex issues.
• Proficient in reading technical manuals, blueprints, and schematics.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Physical ability to perform manual tasks and lift heavy equipment.
• Valid MA driver’s license and clean driving record.
• MA HVAC license preferred but not required.
• Client service oriented and self-motivated.
• Willingness to learn new tasks and systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist Chief Engineer in maintenance duties and inspections. Conduct general site, building, and mechanical room inspections to ensure cleanliness, safety, and environmental compliance of all systems.
• Conduct troubleshooting and diagnostics to identify issues and provide effective solutions.
• Assist with preventative maintenance programs and ensure timely resolution of work orders.
• Assist Chief Engineer with managing work performance of all building vendors, including scheduling, directing and planning their work.
• Keep Chief Building Engineer and Property Manager informed of operational status and major overhauls.
• Reliably manage emergency situations and address urgent work orders (on-call).
• Provide exceptional customer service and maintain professional conduct with tenants and team members.

Skills

HVAC expertise

Building maintenance

Engineering best practices

Massachusetts codes

Safety compliance

Reading blueprints

Education

Massachusetts HVAC license (preferred)

Job description

Lead Building Engineer - Burlington, MA

National Development (ND) is looking for a full-time Lead Building Engineer reporting directly to a Chief Engineer to assist our property management team responsible for maintaining over a million square feet of office and retail space in Burlington, Massachusetts. The ideal candidate must be skilled in all areas of general maintenance and must be physically able to perform maintenance tasks throughout the property.

Description

Lead Building Engineer - Burlington, MA National Development (ND) is looking for a full-time Lead Building Engineer reporting directly to a Chief Engineer to assist our property management team responsible for maintaining over a million square feet of office and retail space in Burlington, Massachusetts. The ideal candidate must be skilled in all areas of general maintenance and must be physically able to perform maintenance tasks throughout the property.

As a Lead Building Engineer, your primary responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Assist Chief Engineer in the performance of all maintenance duties for the assigned portfolio. Conduct general site, building, and mechanical room inspections to ensure cleanliness, safety, and environmental compliance of all systems, and that everything is maintained in a professional manner.
• Conduct troubleshooting and diagnostics to identify all issues and provide effective solutions.
• Assist with preventative maintenance programs and ensure timely and efficient resolution of all work orders placed. This shall include check-off lists, machinery history, safety inspection and test records.
• Assist the Chief Engineer with managing responsibilities for work performance of all building vendors including the scheduling, directing and planning the job performance for vendors and service contractors.
• Keep the Chief Building Engineer and Property Manager advised of all matters incidental to the operational status, major overhauls and casualties to all systems.
• Reliably manage emergency situations and address urgent work orders promptly (including on-call responsibilities).
• Provide exceptional customer service and maintain professional conduct while interacting with tenants and team members.

You Create Value By

• Being dedicated to our Tenants and Owners - working to exceed their expectations, resolve any building-related issues, and strive to create an extraordinary experience.
• Being dedicated to ND - proactively manage issues, maintain a positive attitude and proudly represent ND's professionalism and our culture of sustainability and corporate social responsibility (CSR).
• Being dedicated to your team - you roll up your sleeves and assist team members - no job is 'below your pay grade'.

What You Bring To Us

• Skilled in all areas of maintenance. Expertise in HVAC, building maintenance, and engineering best practices with a strong knowledge of Massachusetts building codes, safety, and environmental regulations. Experience in commercial property management is preferred.
• Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot complex issues efficiently.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting technical manuals, blueprints, and schematics.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with property managers, tenants, and colleagues.
• Attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality work.
• Physical ability to perform manual tasks and lift heavy equipment.
• Valid REAL ID driver's license and clean driving record.
• Valid HVAC technician license in Massachusetts is preferred but not required.
• Client service oriented attitude. Self-motivated, independent individual desired.
• Willingness to jump in, learning new tasks and systems

What We Bring You

National Development (www.natdev.com) is one of Boston’s leading real estate operating companies. The firm develops, operates and invests in all major property types, including office, industrial, hospitality, retail, and housing, as well as healthcare-related properties (senior housing, medical office, research lab).

Benefits

At National Development, we believe our greatest asset is our people. We are committed to supporting your health and wellbeing through a comprehensive benefits package designed to help you thrive both personally and professionally. Our benefits take into consideration everything from career development to family matters, health and wellness, and future planning:

• Affordable Health, Dental and Vision Plans to ensure you and any dependents are well cared for.
• Flexible Spending Plans (Medical & Dependent Care)
• Life Insurance and LTD to protect you and your loved ones.
• Employee Assistance Program, offering access to various life management resources, including confidential support for your mental health and wellbeing.
• Employee Wellness Incentives to keep you active and informed.
• Company-matched 401K to help you build a secure financial future.
• Tuition Reimbursement Program to support you in continued learning and professional growth.
• Paid Time-off to promote optimal work life balance.

National Development is proudly an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) and encourages all qualified candidates to apply. We do not discriminate against employees or prospective employees based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or military status.

All candidates who accept a conditional employment offer will undergo a background check, drug test, and public social media screening, in accordance with Massachusetts and federal law.

Salary Description

$90,000 - $110,000