Lead Engineer

Transwestern; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Transwestern is seeking a Lead Building Engineer in Nashville, TN to manage complex preventive maintenance and repairs across building systems. You will monitor operations, supervise staff, and ensure spaces meet client standards.

The role requires HVAC and building automation expertise, energy-management know-how, and strong organizational skills. On-call duties may be required; safety is a priority.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and at least 2 years of related experience or trade school training.
• Minimum of 5 years building maintenance experience.
• Appropriate license/permit for trade as required (e.g., Journeyman/Master Electrician, Refrigeration Certificate of Fitness, Boiler license).
• Experience with HVAC, boilers, pumps, refrigeration systems and related building systems.
• Knowledge of energy management systems and operations.
• Thorough understanding of building systems operations, maintenance and repair.
• Proficient with MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Strong organizational and analytical skills; ability to present information effectively.
• Shift work and/or on-call duties may be required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and climb ladders.

Responsibilities

• Review daily work orders and assign tasks; monitor recurring issues.
• Oversee and inspect engineering staff work for completeness and space readiness.
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs.
• Inspect building systems (fire alarms, HVAC, plumbing) for operation within design specs.
• Estimate time and materials for repairs; manage supplies and tools.
• Coordinate with Chief Engineer/Property Manager and clients to schedule downtime.
• Perform repairs, emergency and preventive maintenance; maintain records.
• Respond swiftly to emergencies and request additional help as needed.
• Maintain energy management programs to minimize operating costs.
• Maintain personal and team safety; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

HVAC knowledge

Building maintenance

Energy management

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Customer service

Leadership/supervision

Communication

Safety awareness

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)

Job description

Transwestern is a vertically integrated commercial real estate firm dedicated to serving investors, partnersand clients through expertisein investment, development, brokerageand property management. Our experience spans diverse property types, including logistics, multifamily, retail, mixed-use, healthcare, office, data centers, hotel, and life sciences. Across 35 offices nationwide, our team is united by a culture that cultivates agility, mutual trustand high performance.

Transwestern Services turns strategy into reality with consistency and accountability, collaborating to provide dynamic, tailored solutions. Whether representing a tenant, advising an investor or repositioning an asset, we operate with tenacity and own the outcome every time. Our 2,200-strong team works across service lines, ready to activate our full platform to deliver a customized, cohesive experience for clients.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Lead Building Engineer is responsible for performing complex preventive maintenance and corrective repair of buildings, industrial systems, equipment and grounds. Working under limited supervision, this position will monitor building system operations and performance. The Lead Building Engineer will utilize several trade skills such as carpentry, plumbing, electrical, painting, roofing, heating and cooling.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Review the daily work order and assigns tasks as necessary. Monitor repeat problems and make suggestions on how to correct.

• Oversee and inspect the work performed by engineering staff. Determine that work is complete, equipment is fully functional and client space is in prime working condition.

• Formulate and implement a preventive maintenance program to ensure that building machinery and systems meet or exceed their rated life.

• Inspect building systems including fire alarms, HVAC, and plumbing to ensure operation of equipment is within design capabilities and achieves environmental conditions prescribed by client.

• Review assigned work orders. Estimate time and materials needed to complete repair. Maintain inventory of adequate supplies and tools and order necessary materials to complete all tasks.

• Consult with the Chief Engineer or Property Manager and clients to schedule preventive maintenance and other downtime to minimize business interruption and inconvenience.

• Perform assigned repairs, emergency and preventive maintenance. Complete maintenance and repair records as required.

• Respond quickly to emergency situations, summoning additional assistance as needed.

• Maintain an energy management program to ensure measures are taken to operate all systems in the most efficient manner to keep operating costs at a minimum.

• Responsible for personal safety and the safety of those who are affected by your work.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and a minimum of two years of related experience and/or trade school training or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• A minimum of 5 years building maintenance experience.

• Appropriate license/permit for trade as may be required, i.e. Journeyman or Master Electrician License or City Licenses, such as Refrigeration Certificate of Fitness, High Pressure Boiler License, High Pressure Steam Operator, etc.)

• Experience in operation, maintenance and basic repair of HVAC, boilers, heaters, pumps, refrigerant systems, compressors, water systems, etc.

• Knowledgeable in energy management systems, techniques and operations.

• Thorough knowledge in all building systems operations, maintenance and repair.

• Basic skills with Microsoft Office Outlook, Word and Excel.

• Must have a thorough understanding of HVAC, electrical and building automation systems.

• Ability to understand and give general instructions in standard situations.

• Strong organizational and analytical skills.

• Must effectively present information.

• Strong customer service orientation.

• May require shift work and/or on call duties.

• Stooping, standing, climbing and frequent lifting of a minimum of 50 lbs. of equipment (pump, tools, ladders) and ability to safely install rigging/lifting device.

• Lift and carry objects of up to 50 pounds for distances of up to 30 feet.

• Maybe required to work extended periods of time without relief when responding to priority/emergency situations (including overtime type assignments).

• Climb ladders and stairs.

WORK SHIFT:

First Shift (United States of America)

LOCATION:

Nashville, TN

ABOUT US

Our firm is built on a shared purpose: Empowering good people to do extraordinary things together. We hire smart, passionate, hard-working people who value both collaboration and independence. United by our brand promise, we own the outcome for clients, investors and partners. Learn more attranswestern.com.

All candidates selected for an offer of employment are subject to pre-employment background checks, which may include criminal history, education verification, motor vehicle records, credit history, and professional license verification. In addition, your employment with Transwestern is subject to successfully passing a drug screen check prior to you starting with the firm.