Sr. Building Engineer

CBRE; Town of Middletown (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE Building Engineer is responsible for performing complex preventive maintenance and repairs of buildings, HVAC, electrical, plumbing and grounds. Working under limited supervision, you will monitor building system operations and ensure safety and client requirements are met.

You will oversee outside contractors, estimate time and materials, maintain energy management and building lighting, and handle routine reports. A strong trades background and safety focus are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED or trade school diploma with 4 years of related experience.
• Universal CFC certification preferred.
• Additional certification in electrical, mechanical, HVAC or refrigeration is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Comply with regulations, codes and safety directives for building operations.
• Inspect building systems (fire alarms, HVAC, plumbing) to ensure operation within design specs.
• Oversee and inspect work by outside contractors (landscaping, HVAC, remodeling, cleaning).
• Perform repairs and preventive maintenance; complete maintenance records.
• Review work orders, estimate time/materials, and order supplies.
• Maintain an energy management program to minimize operating costs.
• Maintain lighting systems and conduct component replacements as needed.
• Perform welding, carpentry, furniture assembly and locksmith tasks.
• Respond quickly to emergencies and coordinate additional help.
• Additional tasks may be required.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Trade school diploma

Universal CFC certification

Tools

Carpentry

Plumbing

Electrical

Painting

HVAC

Roofing

Job description

Global WorkplaceSolutions (GWS) Local is a hard services-led, tailored facility managementsolution. We self-perform hard services while partnering with best-in-classsoft service providers to offer custom facility and project managementsolutions to our clients. We focus on empowering our team with a high-level ofdownstream accountability, resulting in an agile and efficient servicedelivery.

In addition to ourcore facility and project management capabilities, our platform offers directaccess to our Best-in-Class services, including ESG, Security Consulting,Workplace Strategy, and Workplace Experience.

About the Role:

As a CBRE BuildingEngineer you will utilize advanced skills to perform complex preventivemaintenance and corrective repair of buildings, industrial systems, vehicles,equipment and grounds. Working under limited supervision, monitor buildingsystem operations and performance. The role requires several trade skills suchas carpentry, plumbing, electrical, painting, roofing, heating and cooling.

What You’ll Do:

• Comply with all applicable regulations, codes, governmental agency and Company directives related to building operations and work safety.

• Inspect building systems including fire alarms, HVAC, and plumbing to ensure operation of equipment is within design capabilities and achieves environmental conditions, prescribed by the client.

• Oversee and inspect the work performed by outside contractors. Contracted work may include landscaping, snow removal, remodeling, HVAC, plumbing, and cleaning.

• Perform assigned repairs, emergency and preventive maintenance. Complete maintenance and repair records as required.

• Review assigned work orders. Estimate time and materials needed to complete the job, and order the necessary materials and supplies to complete all tasks.

• Maintain an energy management program to ensure measures are taken to operate all systems in the most efficient manner to keep operating costs at a minimum.

• Maintain the building lighting system, including element and ballast repairs or replacements.

• Perform welding, carpentry, furniture assembly and locksmith tasks as needed.

• Respond quickly to emergency situations, arranging additional assistance as needed.

• This is not a comprehensive list of job requirements, additional tasks may be included.

What You’ll Need:

• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• High School Diploma, general education degree (GED), or a trade school diploma, with 4 years of job related experience.

• Universal CFC certification preferred.

• Additional certification in one or more of the following: electrical, mechanical, HVAC and refrigeration systems, process controls, mechanical power transmissions, painting, plumbing, carpentry or engine repair. Certifications/licenses as may be required by local or state jurisdictions.

• Ability to comprehend and interpret instructions, short correspondence, and memos, and ask clarifying questions to ensure understanding.

• Capability to write routine reports and correspondence and to respond to common inquiries or complaints from clients, co-workers, and/or supervisor.

• Be able to effectively present information to internal colleagues.

• Practical problem solving skills and the capability to assess possible solutions using technical expertise to apply suitable judgment and precedents.

• Basic computer skills; utilizing the work order system, Microsoft Outlook, ESS and training.

• Meet the physical requirements of this role including stooping, standing, walking, climbing stairs/ ladders, and the ability to lift/ carry heavy loads of 40 lbs. or more.

• Strong organizational skills with an inquisitive mindset.

• Full health and safety compliance, including but not limited to, training completion, following & instructing policies & procedures, supporting audits & assessments and reporting any HSE concerns.

• Valid Driver's license may be required.

Why CBRE?

When you join CBRE,you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services andinvestment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problemsolvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Ourcollaborative culture is built on our shared values — respect, integrity,service and excellence — and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds andskillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your owncourse and realize your potential. We welcome all applicants.

Applicant AI Use Disclosure

We value humaninteraction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills andaspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiringdecisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the applicationand interview process.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and eight or more years experience in electrical systems, refrigeration and/or HVAC. Or equivalent combination of education and experience.

CERTIFICATES and/or LICENSES

Universal CFC certification required. Additional certification in one or more of the following: electrical, mechanical, HVAC and refrigeration systems, process controls, mechanical power transmissions, painting, plumbing, carpentry or engine repair. Certifications/licenses as may be required by local or state jurisdictions.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong organizational and analytical skills. Ability to provide efficient, timely, reliable and courteous service to customers. Ability to effectively present information.

FINANCIAL KNOWLEDGE

Requires knowledge of financial terms and principles and to understand operating budgets. Ability to calculate intermediate figures such as percentages, discounts, and/or commissions. Conducts basic financial analysis.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret documents. Ability to solve problems involving several options in situations. Requires intermediate analytical and quantitative skills.

OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES

Uses personal computer and / or PDA for work order system, email, ESS and training. Basic skills with Microsoft Office Outlook. Physical requirements include stooping, standing, walking, climbing stairs / ladders and ability to lift / carry heavy loads of 50 lbs. or more.

SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITY

Decisions made with thorough knowledge of procedures and company policies to achieve set results and deadlines. Responsible for setting own project deadlines. Errors in judgment may cause short-term impact to co-workers and supervisor.

SAFETY

Responsible for personal safety and the safety of those who are affected by your work. This includes but is not limited to:

1. Complete all required and assigned HSE training at a satisfactory level,

2. Follow all activity policies and procedures, including all HSE-related requirements at all times,

3. Participate in all HSE-related programs & activities as required, including incident investigations, interviews, auditing and assessment, etc.

4. Report any conditions which you feel could result in an accident or injury and / or stop work if required.

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).

CBRE, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and affirmative Action Employer (Women/Minorities/Persons with Disabilities/US Veterans).