Lead Union Engineer — Building Systems & PM

CBRE

Washington (District of Columbia)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 135,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

401(K)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Vision insurance

Job summary

CBRE Union Lead Engineer position overseeing daily operations and maintenance of building systems. You will guide a team, manage projects, and collaborate with stakeholders to ensure optimal performance and reliability.

The role sits within Engineering and Technical Services, focusing on preventive maintenance, repairs, and client satisfaction across multi-discipline teams. Strong leadership and coaching are essential for success.

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma, GED, or trade school diploma with 4-5 years of job-related experience.
  • In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook).
  • Combination of experience and education acceptable in lieu of a diploma.
  • Proficiency in coaching others and sharing knowledge within the function.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee and inspect the work performed by engineering staff to ensure complete, functional client spaces.
  • Review monthly service request summaries and address recurring operational issues.
  • Implement preventive maintenance programs to extend equipment life.
  • Inspect building systems (fire alarms, HVAC, plumbing) for design compatibility and environment.
  • Estimate materials and orders for repairs and maintain inventories.
  • Assist team with complex repairs, emergencies, and preventive maintenance.
  • Lead by example and develop cross-disciplinary knowledge across the function.

Skills

Leadership
Supervisory experience
Coaching others
Organizational skills
Mathematical skills
Communication
Stakeholder engagement

Education

High School Diploma / GED or trade school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office
Excel
Word
Outlook

Job description

CBRE Union Lead Engineer position overseeing daily operations and maintenance of building systems. You will guide a team, manage projects, and collaborate with stakeholders to ensure optimal performance and reliability.

The role sits within Engineering and Technical Services, focusing on preventive maintenance, repairs, and client satisfaction across multi-discipline teams. Strong leadership and coaching are essential for success.

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