Senior Operations Engineer

CBRE; Friendswood (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE Building Engineer in Friendswood, TX, will monitor, maintain, and repair building systems including plumbing, electrical, HVAC, roofing and controls to keep operations safe and compliant.

The role emphasizes preventive maintenance, energy management, safety, and teamwork within CBRE's Engineering and Technical Services group, with opportunities to mentor others and contribute to client-facing projects and site operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with 4–5 years of related experience.
• Universal CFC certification preferred; licenses may be required locally.
• Strong knowledge of MS Office and basic financial calculations.
• Ability to analyze multiple information sources and exercise good judgment.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs on mechanical, plumbing, structural, fire, life safety, and control systems.
• Ensure building operations comply with codes, regulations, and safety directives.
• Maintain an energy management program and optimize system efficiency.
• Support preventive maintenance plans and conduct emergency repairs as needed.
• Adhere to hazardous materials handling and maintain a clean, safe workplace.
• Review building system inspections to ensure design specifications and environmental conditions.
• Apply standard principles to complex tasks and provide practical solutions.
• Mentor teammates and share knowledge across related job disciplines.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Analytical thinking

Math skills

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED or trade school diploma

Universal CFC certification preferred

Tools

CFC Certification

Job description

About The Role

As a CBRE Building Engineer, you will be responsible for monitoring, maintaining and repairing building system operations and the performance of various areas including plumbing, electrical, painting, roofing, heating, and cooling.

This job is part of the Engineering and Technical Services job function. They are responsible for providing support, preventive maintenance, and repairs on equipment and systems.

What You’ll Do

• Perform maintenance and repairs to the mechanical, plumbing, structural, furniture, fire, life safety, and control systems. Keep facility and building systems up to applicable standards as assigned.
• Comply with all applicable codes, regulations, governmental agency, and company directives related to building operations and work safety.
• Maintain an energy management program. Ensure all systems operate in the most efficient manner.
• Assist with the implementation of a preventive maintenance program to ensure that building machinery and systems meet or exceed their rated life. Perform emergency repairs as needed.
• Follow departmental policies for the safe storage, usage, and disposal of hazardous materials. Maintain a clean and safe workplace.
• Review inspection to building systems including fire alarms, HVAC, and plumbing to ensure operation of equipment is within design capabilities and achieves environmental conditions prescribed by client.
• Apply in-depth knowledge of standard principles and techniques/procedures to accomplish complex assignments and provide innovative solutions.
• Coach others and share in-depth knowledge of own job discipline and broad knowledge of several job disciplines within the function.
• Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values. Work to build consensus and convince others to reach an agreement.
• Impact a range of customer, operational, project or service activities within own team and other related teams.
• Work within broad guidelines and policies.
• Explain difficult or sensitive information.

What You’ll Need

• High School Diploma, GED, or trade school diploma with 4-5 years of job-related experience. In lieu of a diploma, a combination of experience and education will be considered. Universal CFC certification is preferred. Certifications/licenses as may be required by local or state jurisdictions. Prior shift management or supervisory experience preferred.
• Meet the physical requirements of this role including stooping, standing, walking, climbing stairs/ladders, and the ability to lift/carry heavy loads of 50 lbs. or more.
• Ability to exercise judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information.
• Willingness to take a new perspective on existing solutions.
• In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Organizational skills with an advanced inquisitive mindset.
• Sophisticated math skills. Ability to calculate mildly complex figures such as percentages, fractions, and other financial-related calculations.

Equal Employment Opportunity: CBRE is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We have a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Candidate Accommodations: CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company’s success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at [e-mail] or via telephone at [phone] (U.S.) and [phone] (Canada).