Lead Building Engineer & Maintenance Leader

CBRE; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE is seeking a Chief Building Engineer Supervisor in the Austin area to lead a maintenance team across a facility or portfolio. You will plan, coordinate, and manage preventive maintenance and repairs, while mentoring staff and driving safety and quality programs.

The role emphasizes budgeting, cost control, and cross-discipline collaboration to meet client objectives and CBRE standards. This position requires hands-on leadership and strong communication.

Qualifications

• Experience leading maintenance teams and coordinating daily operations.
• Strong budgeting, forecasting, and cost-control skills.
• Ability to manage safety programs and quality controls.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the maintenance team for facilities, campuses, or portfolios.
• Plan, coordinate, and manage ongoing maintenance and repairs.
• Track staff training, conduct evaluations, and hire as needed.
• Develop preventive maintenance programs and safety manuals.
• Ensure technicians have information and materials to complete work.
• Estimate material and labor costs for work orders and projects.
• Establish and maintain facility maintenance budgets.
• Respond to emergencies and escalate when needed.
• Apply advanced knowledge to improve methods and outcomes.
• Demonstrate expertise across related disciplines and coach others.
• Lead by example, align with CBRE RISE values, influence senior stakeholders.

Skills

Staff supervision

Budgeting

Preventive maintenance

Communication

MS Office proficiency

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

CBRE is seeking a Chief Building Engineer Supervisor in the Austin area to lead a maintenance team across a facility or portfolio. You will plan, coordinate, and manage preventive maintenance and repairs, while mentoring staff and driving safety and quality programs.

The role emphasizes budgeting, cost control, and cross-discipline collaboration to meet client objectives and CBRE standards. This position requires hands-on leadership and strong communication.