Senior Facilities Engineer & Operations Leader

cw; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 106,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Cushman & Wakefield is seeking a Chief Engineer in Arlington, VA to lead engineering staff and oversee mechanical operations, maintenance, and energy management across properties. You will align with management, our engineering platform, and client expectations while upholding ethical standards.

The role includes expanding preventive maintenance programs, coordinating with contractors, and ensuring fire life safety and MEP systems are current. Strong leadership and budgeting skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of related work experience in a commercial property setting or similar.
• Vocational/Technical training certificate; appropriate license/permit; universal technician for CFCs may be required.
• Familiar with EMS programming and fire alarm systems; basic computing skills in MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Supervise engineers and maintenance staff, including hiring and development.
• Ensure performance management, coaching, and HR actions per policy.
• Coordinate annual safety program and ensure 100% site compliance.
• Manage building operations budgets and utility management; track variances.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Technical Proficiency

Interpersonal Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

EMS

Excel

Outlook

Word

Job description

Cushman & Wakefield is seeking a Chief Engineer in Arlington, VA to lead engineering staff and oversee mechanical operations, maintenance, and energy management across properties. You will align with management, our engineering platform, and client expectations while upholding ethical standards.

The role includes expanding preventive maintenance programs, coordinating with contractors, and ensuring fire life safety and MEP systems are current. Strong leadership and budgeting skills are essential.