Lead Building Engineer - Spire Owners Association

East West Hospitality; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 44,083 - 49,593; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Accident insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with match

Paid Time Off

Career development

Employee discounts

Sabbatical program

Referral bonus

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

East West Hospitality is seeking a Lead Building Engineer to support the daily maintenance operations of Spire Owners Association, a premier 500-home luxury residential high-rise in downtown Denver. Reporting to the Chief Building Engineer, you will serve as the senior technical resource on shift while mentoring Building Engineers and Maintenance Technicians.

This role blends hands-on maintenance with leadership development in Denver's premier residential community.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 3–5 years of building maintenance experience.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, fire/life safety, and generators.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor Building Engineers/Maintenance Technicians.
• Maintain and troubleshoot HVAC, plumbing, electrical, fire/life safety, emergency power, and BAS systems.
• Perform preventative maintenance.
• Respond to resident concerns and emergencies with urgency.
• Assign and prioritize work orders.
• Coordinate vendors and inspections.
• Maintain inventory and maintenance documentation.
• Support exterior maintenance.
• Build strong resident and vendor relationships.

Skills

HVAC systems

Plumbing

Electrical work

Fire/life safety

Generators

Leadership

Mentoring

Communication

BAS systems

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

BMS / BAS

Job description

• Support exterior maintenance.

At East West Hospitality, our vision is to be the most trusted hospitality services company and employer of choice, built on genuine and enduring relationships. We believe in doing the right thing for each other, our community, our environment, and those we serve. We hope you’ll consider joining us!

Lead Building Engineer – High-Rise Residential - Spire Owners Association

About The Role

Are you an experienced Building Engineer who's ready to take the next step into leadership?

East West Urban Management is seeking a skilled and motivated Lead Building Engineer to support the daily maintenance operations of Spire Owners Association, a premier 500-home luxury residential high-rise in downtown Denver. Reporting to the Chief Building Engineer, you'll serve as the senior technical resource on shift while mentoring Building Engineers and Maintenance Technicians.

This is more than a maintenance position; it's an opportunity to grow your leadership skills in one of Denver's premier residential communities.

Your Community

• Spire Owners Association
• Downtown Denver
• Luxury Residential High-Rise
• 500 Homes
• Sophisticated Building Systems
• Collaborative Engineering Team
• Resident-First Culture

Job Details

• Job Location: Denver, CO
• Pay Rate: $32.00–$36.00 per hour, based on experience
• Schedule: Monday–Friday | 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
• On-Call: Rotation and weekends as needed
• Employment Status: Full-Time
• Start Date: Immediately
• Accepting Applications Until: August 31, 2026, or until filled

What You'll Do

• Lead and mentor Building Engineers/Maintenance Technicians.
• Maintain and troubleshoot HVAC, plumbing, electrical, fire/life safety, emergency power, and BAS systems.
• Perform preventative maintenance.
• Respond to resident concerns and emergencies with urgency.
• Assign and prioritize work orders.
• Coordinate vendors and inspections.
• Maintain inventory and maintenance documentation.
• Support exterior maintenance.
• Build strong resident and vendor relationships.

About You

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 3–5 years of building maintenance experience.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, fire/life safety, and generators.
• Excellent communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Lead experience.
• HOA or luxury residential experience.
• CPO certification or ability to obtain.
• Spanish a plus.

You'll Thrive Here If You…

• Enjoy mentoring others.
• Take pride in solving technical challenges.
• Value safety and accountability.
• Enjoy continuous learning.

Benefits & Perks

• Comprehensive medical insurance
• Dental, vision, and accident insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) with discretionary match
• Paid Time Off
• Career development
• Employee discounts
• Sabbatical program
• $500 referral bonus
• Employee Assistance Program

Why Join Us

At East West, our vision is to be the most trusted hospitality services company and employer of choice, built on genuine and enduring relationships. Grow your leadership skills while working with sophisticated building systems in one of Denver's premier luxury residential communities.

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences and make employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.