Lead Building Engineer – Luxury Condos (Austin)

WRMC, Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

EAP

Identity protection

Pet insurance

401(k)

Paid PTO

Job summary

Worth Ross Management Company in Austin, TX is seeking a Chief Building Engineer to oversee the engineering and maintenance operations of a luxury residential community.

You will lead the engineering team, develop preventive maintenance programs, coordinate vendors, ensure regulatory compliance, and manage on‑call rotations. This is a hands‑on leadership role requiring strong technical knowledge of residential systems.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of engineering or building operations experience in residential or commercial facilities.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, elevators, life safety systems, and mechanical operations.
• Experience managing preventive maintenance programs and building inspections.
• Familiarity with local regulatory and inspection requirements (City of Austin preferred).
• Experience supervising maintenance teams and coordinating vendors and contractors.
• Knowledge of building management platforms such as BuildingLink or Vantaca is a plus.
• Ability to manage building operations during ongoing construction or partial occupancy environments.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Technical certifications are required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the maintenance and engineering operations of all building systems, including common areas, amenities, and parking facilities
• Develop and manage a comprehensive preventive maintenance program for all building components
• Supervise, train, and support the maintenance team to ensure high standards of performance and safety
• Coordinate inspections, repairs, and contracted services with vendors and service providers
• Monitor building utilities and provide quarterly cost analysis and energy efficiency recommendations
• Maintain compliance with all City, County, State, and OSHA regulations
• Ensure all building safety systems are properly maintained, including fire pumps, life safety equipment, and emergency systems
• Maintain accurate documentation of maintenance requests, inspections, and completed work
• Support sustainability initiatives and maintain any green energy certifications
• Respond to emergencies and participate in after‑hours on‑call rotations when necessary

Skills

HVAC knowledge

Electrical systems

Plumbing systems

Life safety systems

Preventive maintenance

Vendor coordination

Team supervision

Regulatory compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical certifications

Tools

BuildingLink

Vantaca

Job description

Worth Ross Management Company in Austin, TX is seeking a Chief Building Engineer to oversee the engineering and maintenance operations of a luxury residential community.

You will lead the engineering team, develop preventive maintenance programs, coordinate vendors, ensure regulatory compliance, and manage on‑call rotations. This is a hands‑on leadership role requiring strong technical knowledge of residential systems.