Lead Engineer

Donohoe Construction Company; United States; On-site; USD 59,099,040 - 84,171,360; Full time

Job summary

Donohoe Construction Company is seeking a Lead Engineer to provide 24/7 coverage for building operations. This role entails managing technical teams and ensuring maintenance of HVAC systems in a large facility.

The ideal candidate will have a DC 3rd Class license and at least 7-10 years of experience in a similar role, along with strong communication skills. The position offers shifts from 8am to 7am, Monday to Friday, at a competitive hourly rate.

Qualifications

• Active DC 3rd Class license.
• Minimum of 7-10 years experience as a Lead or Chief Engineer.
• Comprehensive knowledge of MEP systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical lead for building operations.
• Manage in-house and subcontracted technical workforce.
• Supervise maintenance and repair work.

Skills

Knowledge of HVAC systems

Strong communication skills

Experience in building maintenance

Education

High school diploma

Tools

DDC control system

Job description

Overview

Complete Building Services (CBS) is a company that is dedicated to the operation and maintenance of buildings/facilities in the commercial and government sectors. CBS is the largest division of The Donohoe Companies, Inc. - Washington DC's most established real estate company. At CBS, we celebrate and empower our talented employees - and it shows as we have been ranked by the Washington Business Journal as the "Best Place to Work" multiple times.

Responsibilities

Lead Engineers provide 24/7 coverage M-F as well as on-site weekends and holidays to cover the building and ensure no equipment interruptions, acting as the technical lead in lieu of the Chief Engineer's absence. The Lead Engineers will support the Chief Engineer in all technical matters at the facility.

• Manage in-house and subcontracted technical workforce handling ongoing operations and building infrastructure maintenance
• Lead Engineer must be knowledgeable in operating, maintaining, and repairingHVAC utility and associated systems
• Supervise planning, organization, and performance of maintenance and repair work supported by the DC 3rd Engineers, Electricians, Elevator Technicians, and Utility Mechanics

All Shifts 8am -4pm, 3pm - 11pm, 11pm - 7am. (Monday - Friday)

Salary: $52.66 per hour

Qualifications

The Lead Engineer will possess the following:

• Active DC 3rd Class license
• High school diploma
• Minimum of 7-10+ years experience as a Lead or Chief Engineer in a comparable size facility (2 million + sq. ft.)
• Comprehensive knowledge of MEP systems, specialized subcontracted trades, and mission critical operating characteristics to oversee and direct daily equipment and systems operations
• Computer proficient and advanced knowledge of DDC control system
• Strong communication and writing skills

EOE, including disability/veterans