Lead Building Engineer

Colliers International; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

Disability

401k match

Paid time off

Holidays

Parental leave

Job summary

Colliers is seeking a Lead Building Engineer in Saint Paul/Minneapolis area to manage maintenance systems, respond to client requests, and lead engineers. You’ll conduct inspections, test alarms, and implement preventative maintenance while coordinating with property managers and vendors.

The role requires boiler and refrigeration certification, 5+ years in building maintenance, and strong organizational/communication skills. On-site with comprehensive benefits and a competitive hourly range.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years’ experience in building/property maintenance or engineering.
• Minnesota boiler license and refrigeration certificate are required.
• Solid knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing and energy systems.
• Proficiency with MS Office applications and maintenance software.

Responsibilities

• Maintain daily operating logs for HVAC equipment, meters and complaints.
• Ensure tenant service requests are handled cost-effectively.
• Assist in annual budget development and RFP processes.

Skills

HVAC systems

Electrical

Plumbing

Energy management

Organizational skills

Communications skills

On-call readiness

Driver's license

MS Office

Work order software

Education

Minnesota 2nd Class Grade C Boiler Operator license

Refrigeration Universal Recovery Certificate

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Make your next move an expert one. At Colliers it’s not our success that sets us apart, it’s how we achieve it. Our people are passionate, take ownership and always do what’s right for our clients, people and communities. Why Colliers? Our enterprising environment needs your expertise to facilitate Colliers’ continued growth as an industry leader. Our nimble, decentralized culture can provide you with a wealth of opportunities to learn about our business and quickly gain experience to accelerate your career.

About you You’re a technical and engineering expert, familiar with maintenance systems and equipment. You bring strong organizational skills, a customer‑centric approach and a positive outlook to everything you do. As the Lead Building Engineer, you’ll be responsible for ensuring the maintenance systems are running efficiently to ensure the safety of our clients and their properties. You’ll respond to client requests, prioritize and assign work orders to be performed by Building Engineers, and follow up to ensure minimal downtime. You like to be proactive by conducting regular inspections, alarm testing, and implementing preventative maintenance programs. You also know how to develop and maintain strong relationships with property managers, suppliers and department leaders. And with a keen eye for details, you’ll be able to successfully manage multiple priorities and reports, including inventory, records, and schedules.

In this role, you will…

• Maintain and check daily operating logs for the following: air conditioning, fan units, graph charts, utility meters and general complaints.
• Ensure that building systems and tenant service requests are handled efficiently at the most economical cost.
• Assist in the development of the annual budget and RFP process for budgeted projects.
• Demonstrate a clear understanding of operating procedures and proper chemical treatment levels for cooling towers and boilers.

What you’ll bring

• At least 5 years’ experience in building/property maintenance or engineering experience.
• Minnesota 2nd Class Grade C Boiler Operator license (required).
• Refrigeration Universal Recovery Certificate (required).
• Solid working knowledge of HVAC systems/maintenance, electrical, plumbing, energy management systems and other building mechanical equipment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (MS Outlook, MS Word, MS Excel)
• Flexibility to be on-call to respond to after-hours / weekend emergency requests.
• A valid driver’s license.
• Working knowledge of work order and preventative maintenance software systems.
• Holding any necessary/required licenses based on building and jurisdictional requirements.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills
• Excellent communications skills

Pursuant to state/local law, Colliers is disclosing the following information:

• Area/Location Specific: St. Louis Park, MN
• Approximate Hourly Range for this Role: $26.00 to $45.00

The range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all national locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Benefits

• Employees (and their families) are provided options for employer subsidized medical benefits including RX, dental, vision as well as employer paid basic life/AD&D insurance and short-term / long-term disability.
• Employees are able to enroll in our company’s 401k plan, which includes an employer match.
• Employees will also receive 10 days of sick leave and a minimum of 15-days vacation annually.
• Certain senior‑level roles are eligible for unlimited time off.
• Employees will also enjoy 10 paid holidays plus two personal flex days throughout the calendar year.
• Twelve weeks (for birth parents) and four weeks (for non‑birth parents, including adoptive/foster parents) for paid parental leave will also be available for use after successful completion of 90 days of employment.
• Individuals may be eligible for different or additional benefits under applicable state law.

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Make your next move an expert one and join us as we lead the industry into the future.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. The employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis. Colliers respects diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against on the basis of any actual or perceived membership in any protected category including race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions and lactation), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. If you are a qualified applicant who requires reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre‑employment testing, a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact [e-mail] for assistance.

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