Lead Building Engineer

CBRE; United States; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE is seeking a Building Engineer in the United States responsible for monitoring and maintaining various building system operations, including plumbing and electrical systems. You will ensure all systems operate efficiently and comply with applicable safety codes.

This role involves performing emergency repairs, leading preventive maintenance programs, and coaching others in related job disciplines. Join a company that values engineering excellence and operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs to mechanical, plumbing, and structural systems.
• Comply with all applicable codes and regulations related to building operations.
• Maintain an energy management program for efficient system operations.
• Assist with preventive maintenance programs for machinery.
• Ensure safe storage and disposal of hazardous materials.

Job description

About the Role

As a CBRE Building Engineer, you will be responsible for monitoring, maintaining and repairing building system operations and the performance of various areas including plumbing, electrical, painting, roofing, heating, and cooling.

This job is part of the Engineering and Technical Services job function. They are responsible for providing support, preventive maintenance, and repairs on equipment and systems.

What You'll Do

• Perform maintenance and repairs to the mechanical, plumbing, structural, furniture, fire, life safety, and control systems. Keep facility and building systems up to applicable standards as assigned.
• Comply with all applicable codes, regulations, governmental agency, and company directives related to building operations and work safety.
• Maintain an energy management program. Ensure all systems operate in the most efficient manner.
• Assist with the implementation of a preventive maintenance program to ensure that building machinery and systems meet or exceed their rated life. Perform emergency repairs as needed.
• Follow departmental policies for the safe storage, usage, and disposal of hazardous materials. Maintain a clean and safe workplace.
• Review inspection to building systems including fire alarms, HVAC, and plumbing to ensure operation of equipment is within design capabilities and achieves environmental conditions prescribed by client.
• Apply in-depth knowledge of standard principles and techniques/procedures to accomplish complex assignments and provide innovative solutions.
• Coach others and share in-depth knowledge of own job discipline and broad knowledge of several job disciplines within the function.
• Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values. Work to build consensus and convince others to reach an agreement.
• Impact a range of customer, operational, project or service activities within own team and other related teams.
• Work within broad guidelines and policies.
• Explain difficult or sensitive information.