Senior Building Engineering Leader

Cushman & Wakefield; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 142,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

health

vision

dental insurance

flexible spending accounts

health savings accounts

retirement savings plans

life

disability insurance programs

paid and unpaid time away from work

Job summary

Cushman & Wakefield in Seattle is seeking a Chief Engineer to provide daily leadership of the engineering team and oversee maintenance, energy management, and safety programs across assigned properties.

The role requires 7+ years of experience in commercial real estate, strong budget and vendor management skills, and a commitment to high-quality service and compliance with company policies.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• 7+ years of related work experience in a commercial property setting.

Responsibilities

• Supervise engineers and maintenance staff, including hiring and training.
• Manage safety program and ensure 100% compliance.
• Develop and maintain preventive maintenance programs for building systems.
• Coordinate maintenance with outside contractors and engineers.
• Oversee building systems including fire/life safety, plumbing, HVAC, and electrical.
• Maintain communication with tenants, clients, and vendors.

Skills

Communication Proficiency

Interpersonal Skills

Organization Skills

Technical Proficiency

Leadership

Education

High School Diploma or GED Equivalent

Tools

EMS (Energy Management System)

Outlook

Excel

Word

Job description

Cushman & Wakefield in Seattle is seeking a Chief Engineer to provide daily leadership of the engineering team and oversee maintenance, energy management, and safety programs across assigned properties.

The role requires 7+ years of experience in commercial real estate, strong budget and vendor management skills, and a commitment to high-quality service and compliance with company policies.