Lead Building Engineer (Westchase)

Stream Realty; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Job summary

Stream Realty Partners is seeking a Lead Building Engineer to oversee maintenance, repair, and alteration of buildings and allied equipment across our portfolio. You will plan projects, supervise trades, and administer service contracts while ensuring safety, efficiency, and regulatory compliance.

The role requires expertise in mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and life-safety systems, plus strong communication with tenants and vendors.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in commercial building operations or a related industry.
• Strong communication, written and verbal, with tenants and vendors.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.

Responsibilities

• Plans, schedules, orders materials, and supervises building systems work.
• Supervises minor construction or building alteration projects.
• Keeps records and prepares reports.
• Administers service contracts and budgets as needed.
• Inspects safety hazards and disability access requirements.
• Analyzes energy usage and proposes cost-saving changes.
• Participates in safety programs and staff development.

Skills

Building operations

Communication skills

Organizational skills

MS Excel

MS Word

MEP systems knowledge

OSHA knowledge

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma / GED / trade school diploma

EPA Universal Certification

Job description

Founded in 1996, Stream began with a vision that put people - not brick and mortar - at its foundation. That vision continues to shape who we are today. Headquartered in Dallas, TX, and operating in core markets coast to coast, we complete billions in annual transactions across office, industrial, retail, healthcare, land, and multifamily properties. With millions of square feet under assignment, we are one of the fastest-growing, full-service commercial real estate services firms in the country. Behind that growth is our talented team and distinct culture, grounded in four core values: smart, honest, nice, and passionate. For more information, visit www.streamrealty.com and follow us on LinkedIn , Instagram , X and Facebook .

IMMEDIATE IMPACT. MEANINGFUL CAREER.
At Stream, we know our success begins and ends with our people. It is the reason we work hard to attract and retain the best and brightest talent. From day one, you will be an integral member of our high-caliber, collaborative team. We will empower you to apply your energy, expertise, and creativity to meet our clients’ needs while instilling you with unsurpassed market knowledge and development opportunities to succeed. When you join Stream, you won’t simply start a new job—you will build a meaningful and impactful career.

Job Description

POSITION OVERVIEW

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

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 and assists in coordinating building maintenance activities with other departments, divisions, and sections, the public, and with 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 the determination of maintenance and energy requirements of new buildings.

Involved in preparing the Building Maintenance budget and Capital Improvement Plans, as needed.

Assists with the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and work standards for the section.

Assists with the development of long-range plans and standards for building maintenance.

Participates in the selection, training, motivation, and evaluation of staff.

Establishes and maintains a cooperative working relationship with employees, members of other departments, other agencies, and the public.

Participates in the safety committee.

Responsible for various maintenance 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.

Comply 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.

When applicable, obtain required city and/or government licenses or permits (i.e., Boiler Operating Permit, State Maintenance Electrician's License, etc.).

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).

Additional Information

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.

Stream Realty Partners offers competitive salaries, bonuses, medical/dental/vision insurance, pharmacy benefits, health savings account, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan with company matching, PTO, 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.