Lead Building Engineer: Facilities & HVAC Expert

Impec Group; Pleasanton (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Choice of medical plans

Dental Plan

Vision Plan

Paid time off

Retirement plan with employer match

Strong organizational culture

Job summary

Impec Group in Pleasanton, CA is seeking an experienced Building Engineer to oversee the safe, efficient operation of corporate facilities. You will lead maintenance activities, supervise technicians and contractors, and manage preventive and corrective maintenance across HVAC, electrical, plumbing, BAS, and life-safety systems.

The role requires strong troubleshooting, communication, and organizational skills, with a minimum of 5 years in commercial building maintenance.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED required; trade school or vocational training in HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, or general construction preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of commercial building maintenance/engineering experience, including experience as a Building Engineer, Lead Technician, or Supervisor.
• Previous experience supervising maintenance staff and contractors required.
• Strong knowledge of commercial HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and fire/life safety systems.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, schematics, specifications, and construction documents.
• Experience with preventive maintenance programs and CMMS/work-order systems preferred.
• Strong troubleshooting, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Ability to provide flexible and emergency/after-hours support when needed.
• Ability to perform physical building maintenance duties, including climbing ladders and lifting/carrying 50 lbs. or more.

Responsibilities

• Supervise 1–2 maintenance technicians and coordinate third-party contractors and skilled trades.
• Perform and oversee preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, and inspections of building systems and equipment.
• Maintain HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, BAS, and fire/life safety systems.
• Respond to maintenance requests and coordinate emergency repairs, including after-hours support when required.
• Conduct routine facility inspections and identify safety, maintenance, and compliance issues.
• Monitor contractor performance and ensure work meets quality, safety, and contractual requirements.
• Support repair, renovation, and improvement projects, including scopes of work, estimates, inspections, and punch lists.
• Maintain accurate work orders, equipment records, maintenance logs, and KPIs using a CMMS such as Corrigo.
• Support preventive maintenance and energy management programs to improve equipment reliability and efficiency.
• Maintain inventory of tools, supplies, and replacement parts.
• Ensure compliance with applicable building codes, safety requirements, and company policies.

Skills

Supervision

Maintenance

CMMS

HVAC

Electrical

Plumbing

BAS

Fire safety

Reading drawings

Communication

Organizational skills

Driver's license

After-hours support

Energy management

Education

High School Diploma

Trade/Vocational training preferred

Tools

Corrigo

MS Office

Job description

Impec Group in Pleasanton, CA is seeking an experienced Building Engineer to oversee the safe, efficient operation of corporate facilities. You will lead maintenance activities, supervise technicians and contractors, and manage preventive and corrective maintenance across HVAC, electrical, plumbing, BAS, and life-safety systems.

The role requires strong troubleshooting, communication, and organizational skills, with a minimum of 5 years in commercial building maintenance.