Senior Building Engineer - 3rd Class License

CBRE; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Senior Building Engineer with a 3rd Class License for its Cambridge location. This role involves overseeing the maintenance of various building systems and ensuring compliance with safety standards while managing outside contractors. Candidates should have extensive technical knowledge and supervisory experience, bringing their expertise to enhance operational efficiency. Benefits include competitive pay and 15-20 days PTO, starting from the first month of employment.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401k

15-20 days of PTO

Internal advancement opportunities

Free parking

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of job-related experience.
• Prior supervisory experience preferred.
• Additional certifications in HVAC, plumbing, electrical, etc.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain building systems including plumbing, electrical, and HVAC.
• Develop energy management programs to optimize system efficiency.
• Lead preventive maintenance programs.

Skills

Problem Solving

Technical Knowledge

Organizational Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

3rd Class Engineer License

Universal CFC Certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Cambridge - Massachusetts - United States of America

About The Role


As a CBRE Building Sr. Engineer, you will be responsible for monitoring complex building system operations and the performance of various areas including plumbing, electrical, painting, roofing, heating, and cooling.

This job is part of the Engineering and Technical Services job function. They are responsible for providing support, preventive maintenance, and repairs on equipment and systems.

Free Parking!

• A Third Class Engineer is Engineer-in-Charge of boilers and is licensed by the state of MA.
  
  

What You’ll Do

• Assign work orders and estimate the time and materials needed to complete repairs. Maintain an inventory of adequate supplies and tools.
• Perform maintenance and repairs to advanced mechanical, plumbing, structural, furniture, fire, life safety, and control systems. Keep facility and building systems up to applicable standards as assigned.
• Comply with all applicable codes, regulations, governmental agency, and company directives related to building operations and work safety.
• Develop an energy management program. Ensure all systems operate in the most efficient manner.
• Oversee and inspect the work performed by outside contractors. Respond to common inquiries or complaints from clients, co-workers, and/or supervisors.
• Direct the implementation of a preventive maintenance program to ensure that building machinery and systems meet or exceed their rated life. Perform repairs and emergency maintenance as needed.
• Review and sign off on inspections of building systems including fire alarms, HVAC, and plumbing to ensure the operation of equipment is within design capabilities and achieves environmental conditions prescribed by the client.
• Apply advanced knowledge to seek and develop new, better methods for accomplishing both individual and department objectives.
• Showcase expertise in own job discipline and in-depth knowledge of other job disciplines within the organization function.
• Coach others to develop in-depth knowledge and expertise in most or all areas within the function.
• Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values. Anticipates potential objections and persuades others, often at senior levels and of divergent interest, to adopt a different point of view.
• Impact the achievement of customer, operational, project, or service objectives across multi-discipline teams. Work is guided by functional policies which impact the design of procedures and policies.
• Contribute to new products, processes, standards, and/or operational plans in support of achieving functional goals.
• Communicate difficult and complex ideas with the ability to influence.
  
  

What You Will Need


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• High School Diploma, GED, or trade school diploma with 5-8 years of job-related experience. In lieu of a diploma, a combination of experience and education will be considered. Prior shift manager or supervisory experience preferred. Universal CFC certification required.
• 3rd Class Engineer License is required
• Additional certification in one or more of the following: HVAC, electrical, mechanical, HVAC and refrigeration systems, process controls, mechanical power transmissions, painting, plumbing, carpentry or engine repair.
• Meet the physical requirements of this role including stooping, standing, walking, climbing stairs/ladders, and the ability to lift/carry heavy loads of 50 lbs. or more.
• The innovative mentality to develop methods that go beyond existing solutions.
• Ability to solve unique problems using standard and innovative solutions having a broad impact on the business.
• In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Expert organizational skills with an advanced inquisitive mindset.
  
  

WHY CBRE?


A culture of respect, integrity, service, and excellence crafts our approach to every opportunity!

We are guided by the needs of the cities we inhabit, the communities we build and the world we thrive in.

Benefits


Benefits start 1st of the month following your hire date: Medical, dental, vision, 401k, etc.

First year of employment - 15 Days of PTO. Year 1 - 4 of employment 20 days of PTO!

Internal advancement available after 6 month mark

Competitive Pay

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future. .

CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including

a candidate’s education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for the position

is or $37..00 per hour and the maximum salary for the position is

$65.00 per hour. The compensation that is offered to a successful candidate

will depend on the candidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity: CBRE has a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Candidate Accommodations: CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company’s success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at [e-mail] or via telephone at [phone] (U.S.) and [phone] (Canada).

CBRE GWS

CBRE Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) works with clients to make real estate a meaningful contributor to organizational productivity and performance. Our account management model is at the heart of our client-centric approach to delivering integrated real estate solutions. Each client is entrusted with a dedicated leader and is supported by regional and global resources, leveraging the industry's most robust platform. CBRE GWS delivers consistent, measurably superior outcomes for our clients at every stage of the lifecycle, and across industries and geographies.

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Service line: GWS Segment

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

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