Lead Building Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision

401K

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Wellness Program

Job summary

National Development is seeking a Lead Building Engineer for the Westwood/Wellesley, MA area. You will report to the Chief Engineer and support a portfolio of office and retail spaces in the MetroWest region, performing general maintenance and coordinating with vendors across multiple sites.

The role requires travel between assets, reliable transportation, strong problem-solving skills, and a commitment to safety and customer service. A background in HVAC and building systems is essential.

Qualifications

• Must be skilled in all areas of general maintenance and HVAC, with experience in building systems.
• Experience in commercial property management is preferred.
• Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting abilities.
• Able to read and interpret technical manuals, blueprints, and schematics.

Responsibilities

• Assist Chief Engineer with maintenance duties for the portfolio.
• Conduct site, building, and mechanical room inspections for safety and compliance.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose issues and provide effective solutions.
• Support preventive maintenance programs and track work orders.

Skills

HVAC

Building maintenance

Engineering best practices

Reading blueprints/schematics

Microsoft Office/computer skills

Communication skills

Physical ability

Valid REAL ID driver's license

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Lead Building Engineer – Westwood/Wellesley, MA

The Opportunity National Development (ND) is looking for a full-time Lead Building Engineer reporting directly to the Chief Engineer. In this role, you will support our property management team in maintaining a portfolio of office and retail space in the MetroWest area. The ideal candidate must be skilled in all areas of general maintenance and must be physically able to perform maintenance tasks throughout the property. This position covers several assets and requires travel to other sites, so reliable transportation is required.

Job Type

Full-time

Description Lead Building Engineer – Westwood/Wellesley, MA. The Opportunity National Development (ND) is looking for a full-time Lead Building Engineer reporting directly to the Chief Engineer. In this role, you will support our property management team in maintaining a portfolio of office and retail space in the MetroWest area. The ideal candidate must be skilled in all areas of general maintenance and must be physically able to perform maintenance tasks throughout the property. This position covers several assets and requires travel to other sites, so reliable transportation is required.

• 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 issues and provide effective solutions.
• Assist with preventative maintenance programs and ensure timely and efficient resolution of all work orders placed. This will include check-off lists, machinery history, safety inspection and test records.
• Assist Chief Engineer in coordinating and overseeing building vendors and service contractors, including scheduling work, assigning tasks, and monitoring performance.
• Communicate regularly with Chief Building Engineer and Property Manager regarding building operations, major system repairs, capital projects, and emergency situations.
• 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 with expertise in HVAC, building maintenance, and engineering best practices.
• 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.
• Computer skills required, familiarity with Microsoft programs a plus.
• 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 up to 50 lbs.
• Valid REAL ID driver's license and clean driving record required.
• Client service oriented attitude.
• Self-motivated, independent individual desired.
• Willingness to jump in, learning new tasks and systems.

What We Bring You

At National Development, we believe our greatest asset is our people. We are committed to supporting the health and wellbeing of our employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to help everyone 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
$90k - $110k