Senior Building Engineer — Houston, On-Site Leader

Transwestern; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading real estate firm in Houston is looking for a Chief Engineer to manage the efficient operation of building systems and supervise a high-performing engineering team. This on-site role requires expertise in HVAC operations, maintenance of various systems, and a focus on customer service. Ideal candidates will have a minimum of 10 years in building operations and relevant licenses. Strong organizational and analytical skills are essential for responding to client needs effectively.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of building operations experience or equivalent.
• 7+ years building maintenance experience in a commercial property.
• Appropriate license (e.g., Journeyman or Master Electrician License).

Responsibilities

• Supervise engineers and maintenance staff including hiring and training.
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes and regulations.
• Manage preventive maintenance programs for building systems.

Skills

HVAC operations

Building systems maintenance

Customer service orientation

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Energy management systems

Education

Trade school training

10 years of building operations experience

Tools

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)

Job description

A leading real estate firm in Houston is looking for a Chief Engineer to manage the efficient operation of building systems and supervise a high-performing engineering team. This on-site role requires expertise in HVAC operations, maintenance of various systems, and a focus on customer service. Ideal candidates will have a minimum of 10 years in building operations and relevant licenses. Strong organizational and analytical skills are essential for responding to client needs effectively.