Senior Engineering & Facilities Leader

cw; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

CW is seeking a Senior Chief Engineer to provide senior-level leadership and oversight of all engineering and maintenance operations for a designated property, portfolio of buildings, or campus environment. You will lead staff to ensure safety, efficiency, and regulatory compliance while partnering with the Director, Facilities on planning and asset performance.

The role emphasizes coordinating operations, staffing, vendors, and financial planning to support day-to-day activities and long-term

Qualifications

• Leadership and team development experience.
• Strong financial and budget management skills.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering and maintenance staff, including hiring, training, development, and performance management.
• Oversee engineering operations for properties totaling 500,000+ square feet.
• Ensure services align with client expectations, CW policies, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Utilize CMMS and BI dashboards to manage work orders, preventive maintenance, and asset tracking.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

HVAC systems

Communication

Vendor management

Job description

CW is seeking a Senior Chief Engineer to provide senior-level leadership and oversight of all engineering and maintenance operations for a designated property, portfolio of buildings, or campus environment. You will lead staff to ensure safety, efficiency, and regulatory compliance while partnering with the Director, Facilities on planning and asset performance.

The role emphasizes coordinating operations, staffing, vendors, and financial planning to support day-to-day activities and long-term