Lead Building Engineer

Aujan Interiors; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

401(k) plan with company matching

Paid Time Off

Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

Aujan Interiors seeks a Lead Building Engineer to supervise and manage building maintenance and repairs. The role involves planning work projects, managing contracts, and ensuring safety and compliance.

The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in commercial building operations, strong communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft tools. Competitive benefits include health insurance and a 401(k) plan with company matching.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in Building Operations or Property Management.
• Strong communication skills for tenant and vendor interactions.
• Ability to multitask and pay attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Supervise maintenance, repair, and alteration of buildings.
• Plan and schedule work projects and administer service contracts.
• Inspect buildings for safety hazards and prepare reports.

Skills

Commercial Building Operations

Property Management

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Knowledge of Mechanical Systems

Education

High School Diploma or GED

EPA Universal Certification

BOMI SMT/SMT designation

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Lead Building Engineer

Position Overview

The Lead Building Engineer, under general direction, supervises and directs the maintenance, repair, and alteration of buildings and allied equipment; plans and schedules work projects; administers various service contracts; provides technical assistance to the Chief Building Engineer and performs related duties associated with the assigned portfolio as required.

Primary Responsibilities

• Plans, schedules, orders materials, and supervises work on plumbing, heating, air-conditioning, electrical, ventilation, and pumping systems.
• Supervises minor construction or building alteration projects.
• Keeps associated records and prepares reports.
• Participates in the development and administration of maintenance, construction, or service contracts, including requests for proposals, bid conferences, evaluation, selection of bids, and award of contracts.
• Coordinates and assists in coordinating building maintenance activities with other departments, divisions, and sections, the public, and with outside agencies.
• Inspects buildings for safety hazards, maintenance needs, and disability access requirements.
• Prepares plans and specifications for small remodeling, alteration, and construction projects.
• Provides time and materials cost estimates.
• Analyzes energy usage and costs and originates changes to reduce consumption.
• Participates in the determination of maintenance and energy requirements of new buildings.
• Involved in preparing the Building Maintenance budget and Capital Improvement Plans, as needed.
• Assists with the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and work standards for the section.
• Assists with the development of long‑range plans and standards for building maintenance.
• Participates in the selection, training, motivation, and evaluation of staff.
• Establishes and maintains a cooperative working relationship with employees, members of other departments, other agencies, and the public.
• Participates in the safety committee.
• Responsible for various maintenance safety programs such as respiratory protection, fall safety, and confined space.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in Commercial Building Operations, Property Management, or a related industry required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; prior experience communicating with tenants and/or vendors in a professional, courteous environment.
• Good organizational skills. Attention to detail. Ability to multitask.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Highly knowledgeable of commercial base building mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire, and life safety systems, and all related maintenance.
• Comply with all applicable codes and regulations, government agencies, and Company directives related to building operations and work safety. Follows OSHA standards for building engineers.
• Skill to analyze complex technical and administrative problems, evaluate alternatives, and recommend or adopt effective courses of action.
• Ability to interpret plans, specifications, and sketches.
• Attributes which align with Stream’s core values of Smart, Honest, Nice, and Passionate.

Education / Certifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or trade school diploma required.
• EPA Universal Certification required within 90 days of employment.
• BOMI SMT/SMT designation preferred.
• When applicable, obtain required city and/or government licenses or permits (i.e., Boiler Operating Permit, State Maintenance Electrician’s License, etc.).

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

• Work indoors approximately 50% of the time and outdoors approximately 50% of the time.
• Use olfactory, auditory, and visual senses.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. or more.
• Climb up and down stairs and ladders.
• Access remote work areas and confined spaces (i.e., crawl spaces, roofs).
• Use a full range of manual dexterity (i.e., sitting, squatting, bending, kneeling, walking, and lifting).

Equal Opportunity Statement

Stream is an equal‑opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of ethnicity, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, military status, or any other reason prohibited by law.

Benefits

Stream Realty Partners offers competitive salaries, bonuses, medical/dental/vision insurance, pharmacy benefits, health savings account, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan with company matching, PTO, and holiday pay. Individual compensation packages are based on various factors unique to each candidate, including skill set, experience, qualifications, location, and other job‑related reasons.