Sr. Building Maintenance Engineer - Manhattan

CBRE Group, Inc.; New York, Northern (NY, KY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

PTO

401k

Job summary

CBRE Group, Inc. is seeking a Building Senior Engineer to manage operations for four client sites across Manhattan. The role requires hands-on maintenance, preventive care, and the ability to travel between sites using provided OMNY access. Typical hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

The engineer will supervise and coordinate repairs, ensure compliance with safety codes, and lead energy efficiency initiatives while serving as a point of contact for clients and site teams.

Qualifications

• Experience in building operations and preventative maintenance.
• Ability to interpret codes, regulations, and safety directives.
• Strong organizational skills and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assign work orders and estimate time/materials for repairs.
• Perform maintenance across electrical, plumbing, and structural systems.
• Oversee external contractors and ensure work meets standards.
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs.
• Review inspections and verify compliance with design specs.
• Communicate effectively with clients and team members.

Skills

Facilities management

Troubleshooting

Project coordination

Microsoft Office

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent with 4-5 years experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the Role:

Are you a self-starter who takes pride in keeping buildings operating at their best? CBRE is seeking a well-rounded Building Senior Engineer to support a portfolio of four client sites throughout Manhattan. This role is ideal for an experienced facilities professional who enjoys working independently, solving problems, and applying a broad range of maintenance skills across building systems.

In this highly visible position, you'll be responsible for preventive maintenance, repairs, and daily operations involving electrical, plumbing, carpentry, painting, patching, and other critical building systems. Candidates must be comfortable traveling between sites, and an OMNY card will be provided for convenient transportation. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

What You'll Do:

• Assign work orders and estimate the time and materials needed to complete repairs. Maintain an inventory of adequate supplies and tools.
• Perform maintenance and repairs to buildings, plumbing, structural, furniture, fire, life safety, and lighting 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.
• Develop an energy management program. Ensure all systems operate in the most efficient manner.
• Oversee and inspect the work performed by outside contractors. Respond to common inquiries or complaints from clients, co-workers, and/or supervisors.
• Direct the implementation of a preventive maintenance program to ensure that building machinery and systems meet or exceed their rated life. Perform repairs and emergency maintenance as needed.
• Review and sign off on inspections of building systems including fire alarms, HVAC, and plumbing to ensure the operation of equipment is within design capabilities and achieves environmental conditions prescribed by the client.
• Apply advanced knowledge to seek and develop new, better methods for accomplishing both individual and department objectives.
• Showcase expertise in own job discipline and in-depth knowledge of other job disciplines within the organization function.
• Coach others to develop in-depth knowledge and expertise in most or all areas within the function.
• Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values. Anticipates potential objections and persuades others, often at senior levels and of divergent interest, to adopt a different point of view.
• Impact the achievement of customer, operational, project, or service objectives across multi-discipline teams. Work is guided by functional policies which impact the design of procedures and policies.
• Contribute to new products, processes, standards, and/or operational plans in support of achieving functional goals.
• Communicate difficult and complex ideas with the ability to influence.

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.
• 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.

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

Why CBRE?

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

• Benefits start 1st of the month: Medical, dental vision, PTO, 401k, etc.
• Internal advancement available after 6 month mark
• Competitive Pay

Applicant AI Use Disclosure

We value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills, and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process.