Residential Chief Maintenance Engineer | Hampden House

B. F. Saul Company; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 66,124 - 73,012; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare Benefits

401K

Tuition Reimbursement

Professional Development Reimbursement

Commuter Benefits

Diverse Work Culture

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Chief Engineer to lead maintenance operations at a luxury residential property in Bethesda. This exciting role involves managing a team, ensuring safety, and providing excellent customer service. With a focus on project management, you will oversee maintenance tasks, coordinate repairs, and ensure the property remains in top condition. Join a dynamic team dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive work culture while enjoying competitive benefits and opportunities for professional growth. If you have a passion for customer service and a knack for problem-solving, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years managing building systems and leading teams.
• Strong customer service and safety regulation knowledge required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the building's engineering department.
• Lead maintenance team and ensure superior customer service.

Skills

Customer Service Skills

Project Management

Team Leadership

Knowledge of OSHA Safety Regulations

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Experience in Residential Management

Tools

HVAC Systems

Electrical Systems

Plumbing Systems

Job description

This range is provided by B. F. Saul Company. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$48.00/hr - $53.00/hr

Assistant Vice President, Talent Acquisition at B. F. Saul Company

Since 1931, The B. F. Saul Company has been engaged in the acquisition, renovation, construction, and management of residential property in the Washington Metropolitan area. The Residential division is currently comprised of four luxury properties: The Waycroft (Arlington, VA), Park Van Ness (Washington, DC), The Kennedy-Warren (Washington, DC), Lyon Place (Arlington, VA), and The Milton at Twinbrook Quarter. Coming soon Hampden House (2025). Our Residential division prides itself on providing a high level of customer service to our residents to ensure complete resident satisfaction.

Do you have a passion for customer service and maintaining beautiful luxury properties? Are you able to troubleshoot problems, make repairs, lead a team, and think outside the box?

If so, we have an amazing opportunity for you to utilize those skills and more while offering opportunities for growth as a Chief Engineer with B.F. Saul Company and Affiliates at our newest property that is in the final stages of construction, Hampden House in Bethesda, MD.

Under the direction of the Director of Engineering and the property’s General Manager, the Chief Engineer will be responsible for maintaining the property, leading the maintenance team, and providing superior customer service to all residents.

Job Description

The Chief Engineer in a residential building is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the building’s engineering department. They lead a team of engineers and technicians, and their duties include:

1. Project management: Calculating costs, negotiating contracts, and ensuring projects stay on schedule and within budget
2. Maintenance: Conducting routine maintenance and safety inspections, and coordinating repairs for HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and other systems
3. Safety: Ensuring the safety and security of the building, and responding to emergencies
4. Staff management: Assigning tasks to engineering teams, and managing employees
5. Vendor management: Selecting outside vendors and monitoring their performance
6. Equipment management: Ordering new equipment or parts as needed
7. Reporting: Compiling reports as required

Requirements

You will need five or more years of progressive experience operating and managing building systems and directing the make-ready process. Strong customer service skills, knowledge of OSHA safety regulations, environmental issues, and experience working in high-rise luxury apartments. You must be able to lift 60 lbs. and safely move appliances, you must be comfortable working with heights up to 25 feet and have demonstrated experience in leading and managing a team. Experience working in residential is required.

We offer great healthcare benefits, a competitive salary range of $48.00 to $53.00 per hour, 401K, tuition reimbursement, professional development reimbursement, commuter benefits, a diverse and inclusive work culture, and much more.

Apply today to join our dynamic team!

The Residential division is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We promote diversity and equality within all facets of our organization, and we foster an environment that recognizes employees’ unique skillsets and ensure that all employees have an equal opportunity to grow and advance.

If you are a candidate in need of assistance or an accommodation in the application process, please contact [e-mail] or 301-986-6000.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Engineering, Management, and Customer Service