Union Chief Engineer

CBRE Group, Inc.; Secaucus (NJ); Hybrid; USD 112,000 - 137,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

CBRE Group, Inc. seeks a Union Chief Engineer to lead critical facility operations at a Secaucus campus, NJ.

This hands-on leadership role requires overseeing skilled engineering teams, ensuring uptime for complex building systems, and driving operational excellence in a fast-paced, innovative setting. The position emphasizes mentorship, problem-solving, and managing mission-critical infrastructure while aligning with CBRE RISE values.

Qualifications

• 8–10 years of job-related experience preferred.
• Experience with critical utility systems in data center / mission-critical environments.

Responsibilities

• Manage operations and assign work orders.
• Provide training to coworkers and subcontractors.
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs for building systems.
• Monitor fire alarms, HVAC, plumbing to meet design specs and environmental conditions.
• Oversee and inspect engineering staff work and ensure complete, functional outcomes.

Skills

Leadership

Facilities operations

Preventive maintenance

HVAC systems

BMS/SCADA

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

NJ Blue Seal License

Job description

**Ready to lead engineers of the future?**CBRE is seeking a Union Chief Engineer to lead critical facility operations at the campus of one of the world's most innovative technology companies in Secaucus, NJ. This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll oversee highly skilled engineering teams, ensure world-class uptime for complex building systems, and drive operational excellence in a fast-paced, cutting-edge environment. If you're passionate about mentorship, problem-solving, and maintaining mission-critical infrastructure, this is an opportunity to make a lasting impact.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**:• Manage operations, assign work orders, and provide technical and procedural training of coworkers and subcontractors.• Consult with clients to schedule preventive maintenance and other downtime to cut business interruption and inconvenience.• Formulate and implement a preventive maintenance program to ensure that building machinery and systems meet or exceed their rated life.• Monitor 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.• Oversee and inspect the work performed by engineering staff.• Confirm that work is complete, equipment is fully functional and client space is in prime working condition.• Respond to emergency situations, summoning additional assistance as needed.• Apply extensive and diversified knowledge of principles, advanced techniques, and theories to create unprecedented solutions.• Showcase in-depth expertise in cutting-edge theories, techniques, and/or technologies within own function.• Use experience and knowledge of all job areas within a function, practical experience in several• functional areas or businesses, or concentrated knowledge of a particular discipline to coach and guide others.• Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values. Negotiate with senior management, customers, regulators, or vendors to influence decisions of strategic importance.• Anticipate potential objections, and persuade others, often at senior levels and of divergent interest, to adopt a different point of view.• Drive the direction and resource allocation for programs, projects, or services.• Significantly impact the design of policies and procedures. Provide moderate impact on the business direction through the development of innovative services or products.What You'll Need:• High School Diploma, GED, or trade school diploma with 8-10 years of job-related experience. In lieu of a diploma, a combination of experience and education will be considered. Prior shift manager or supervisory experience preferred.• Experience with critical utility systems supporting data center / critical utility operations: HVAC, Chilled Water, Clean Dry Air, Process Chilled Water, Vacuum, BMS/BAS/SCADA, Alarms, Lighting, & Electrical.• Specific data center or supercomputer processes and utility systems for server rack systems, shaker tables, specialty lab support, 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.• Multi-dimensional, conceptual, and innovative thinking to develop new solutions.• Ability to identify and solves the most complex problems.• In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.• Expert organizational skills with an unrivaled inquisitive mindset.• NJ Blue Seal License or it must be acquired within a year of start date.\\*Should any element of this Job Description conflict with the provisions of an applicable collective bargaining agreement, the terms and conditions of the collective bargaining agreement will prevail.**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.**Our Values in Hiring**At CBRE, we are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels they belong. We value diverse perspectives and experiences, and we welcome all applications.**Disclaimers**Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.**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.**About CBRE Group, Inc.**CBRE Group, Inc. (NYSE:CBRE), a Fortune 500 and S&P 500 company headquartered in Dallas, is the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm (based on 2024 revenue). The company has more than 140,000 employees (including Turner & Townsend employees) serving clients in more than 100 countries. CBRE serves clients through four business segments: Advisory (leasing, sales, debt origination, mortgage serving, valuations); Building Operations & Experience (facilities management, property management, flex space & experience); Project Management (program management, project management, cost consulting); Real Estate Investments (investment management, development). Please visit our website at www.cbre.com.The pay range for this position is subject to an applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement. The negotiated rate for this Union position is $124,800 annually (or $60.00 per hour). Please refer to the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement regarding the corresponding pay scale and employment terms. This role offers the following benefits: 401(k), dental insurance, health insurance, life insurance, and vision insurance.