Senior Chief Engineer - Facility Ops & Systems

LB&B Associates Inc.

Silver Spring (MD)

On-site

USD 100,000 - 150,000

Full time

12 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with matching

Vacation

Sick leave

Job summary

LB&B Associates Inc. seeks a Chief Engineer to lead the technical operations and maintenance of key facilities in the MD/DC area. You will direct a skilled team, manage preventive maintenance, and ensure reliability, safety, and regulatory compliance across building systems.

This role emphasizes strong leadership, hands-on expertise in HVAC, utilities, and life-safety systems, and coordination with vendors and project managers to optimize performance and energy efficiency.

Qualifications

Minimum of five (5) years of recent experience as a Chief Engineer or in a related supervisory role in commercial facilities.
Hands-on expertise in: Chillers, boilers, pumps, and heat exchangers
HVAC systems and Building Automation Systems
Life Safety Systems and Utility Services
Electrical Power Distribution and Plumbing
Other mechanical equipment fundamental to building operations
EPA Universal Refrigerant License (required) Maryland 1st or 3rd, OR DC 1st or 3rd class stationary engineer license required.
Excellent communication skills in English, both spoken and written
Strong organizational and supervisory abilities
Commitment to workplace safety and regulatory compliance

Responsibilities

Oversee the technical operations and maintenance of assigned buildings, ensuring all equipment and systems run optimally.
Supervise, train, and mentor engineering and maintenance staff, fostering a culture of teamwork and accountability.
Prepare work schedules, assign duties, and coordinate preventive maintenance to keep facilities in peak condition.
Develop, implement, and carry out building safety and emergency response plans.
Enforce security protocols, including logging subcontractor access and maintaining up-to-date records for all entries and exits.
Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and security standards, as well as all pertinent government regulations.
Respond promptly to customer requests and complaints, providing professional and courteous service at all times.
Manage vendor relationships and negotiate contracts for services, supplies, and repairs.
Coordinate all modifications to building utilities, services, piping, ductwork, fire safety, and security systems in accordance with established policies.
Develop and execute operations and energy plans aimed at efficiency, sustainability, and cost savings.
Plan and oversee testing, shutdowns, and startups of critical building systems, maintaining their integrity and safety.
Document all building inspections on relevant GSA forms, ensuring thorough and accurate reporting.
Proactively identify and communicate any dangerous conditions or emergencies to the Project Manager and COR, taking immediate action when needed.
Schedule all building services activities to ensure minimal disruption to day-to-day operations.
Serve as the primary responder to building emergencies during and after normal working hours, including fire alarms, power outages, flooding, inclement weather, and natural disasters.
Control access to mechanical and technical areas, maintaining building security at all times.
Regularly conduct preventive maintenance programs, keeping meticulous records and preparing detailed reports.
Lead the onboarding and ongoing training of new technical staff, instilling best practices and safety protocols.
Track all electrical and mechanical service capabilities, coordinating future upgrades to keep systems balanced and efficient.
Ensure testing, commissioning, and training are conducted for all repairs, alterations, and construction projects.