Lead Building Engineer (Penn Quarter)

Stream Realty Partners; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

401(k) plan with company matching

Paid time off

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Job summary

Stream Realty Partners seeks a Lead Building Engineer to oversee maintenance and repair activities in Washington, D.C. The role demands at least 5 years of experience in commercial building operations and proficiency in mechanical and electrical systems.

Candidates should exhibit strong communication and organizational skills and hold an EPA Universal Certification. The position offers competitive salary, bonuses, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 5 years experience in Commercial Building Operations or related field.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to multitask.

Responsibilities

• Supervises maintenance, repair, and alteration of buildings.
• Plans and schedules work projects for various systems.
• Inspects buildings for safety hazards and maintenance needs.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Microsoft Excel proficiency

Knowledge of building systems

Problem analysis and evaluation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

EPA Universal Certification

BOMI SMT/SMT designation (preferred)

Job description

Lead Building Engineer

The Lead Building Engineer supervises and directs the maintenance, repair, and alteration of buildings and allied equipment; plans and schedules work projects; administers service contracts; provides technical assistance to the Chief Building Engineer; and performs related duties associated with the assigned portfolio.

Primary Responsibilities

• Plans, schedules, orders materials, and supervises work on plumbing, heating, air‑conditioning, electrical, ventilation, and pumping systems.
• Supervises minor construction or building alteration projects.
• Keeps associated records and prepares reports.
• Participates in the development and administration of maintenance, construction, or service contracts, including requests for proposals, bid conferences, evaluation, selection of bids, and award of contracts.
• Coordinates building maintenance activities with other departments, divisions, sections, the public, and outside agencies.
• Inspects buildings for safety hazards, maintenance needs, and disability access requirements.
• Prepares plans and specifications for small remodeling, alteration, and construction projects.
• Provides time and materials cost estimates.
• Analyzes energy usage and costs and originates changes to reduce consumption.
• Participates in determining maintenance and energy requirements of new buildings.
• Prepares the Building Maintenance budget and Capital Improvement Plans, as needed.
• Develops and implements goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and work standards for the section.
• Develops long‑range plans and standards for building maintenance.
• Participates in selecting, training, motivating, and evaluating staff.
• Maintains cooperative working relationships with employees, other departments, agencies, and the public.
• Participates in the safety committee.
• Responsible for safety programs such as respiratory protection, fall safety, and confined space.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in Commercial Building Operations, Property Management, or a related industry required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; prior experience communicating with tenants and/or vendors in a professional, courteous environment.
• Good organizational skills. Attention to detail. Ability to multitask.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Highly knowledgeable of commercial base building mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire, and life safety systems, and all related maintenance.
• Compliance with all applicable codes and regulations, government agencies, and Company directives related to building operations and work safety. Follows OSHA standards for building engineers.
• Skill to analyze complex technical and administrative problems, evaluate alternatives, and recommend or adopt effective courses of action.
• Ability to interpret plans, specifications, and sketches.
• Attributes which align with Stream’s core values of Smart, Honest, Nice, and Passionate.

Education / Certifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or trade school diploma required.
• EPA Universal Certification required within 90 days of employment.
• BOMI SMT/SMT designation preferred.
• Obtain required city and/or government licenses or permits (e.g., Boiler Operating Permit, State Maintenance Electrician’s License, etc.) when applicable.

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

• Work indoors approximately 50% of the time and outdoors approximately 50% of the time.
• Use olfactory, auditory, and visual senses.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. or more.
• Climb up and down stairs and ladders.
• Access remote work areas and confined spaces (i.e., crawl spaces, roofs).
• Use a full range of manual dexterity (i.e., sitting, squatting, bending, kneeling, walking, and lifting).

Benefits

Stream Realty Partners offers competitive salaries, bonuses, medical, dental, vision, and pharmacy benefits; health savings account; flexible spending accounts; 401(k) plan with company matching; paid time off; and holiday pay. Individual compensation packages are based on various factors unique to each candidate, including skill set, experience, qualifications, location, and other job-related reasons.

Stream is an equal‑opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of ethnicity, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, military status, or any other reason prohibited by law.