Union Chief Engineer - Local 39

CBRE Group, Inc.; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE Group, Inc. is seeking a Union Chief Engineer in Sunnyvale, CA, responsible for engineering operations and directing vendors/subcontractors. The role spans preventive maintenance, equipment repairs, and ensuring building systems meet client environmental requirements.

You will lead engineering staff, train coworkers, and coordinate with clients to minimize downtime. Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma or equivalent with extensive relevant experience, strong problem-solving

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with 8–10 years of job-related experience; combination of experience and education also considered.
• Must be able to meet physical requirements (stooping, standing, walking, climbing stairs/ladders, lifting 50 lbs+).
• Demonstrated multi-dimensional and innovative thinking to develop new solutions.
• Ability to identify and solve the most complex problems.
• In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Excellent organizational skills with an inquisitive mindset.

Responsibilities

• Manage operations, assign work orders, and provide technical training for coworkers and subcontractors.
• Consult with clients to schedule preventive maintenance and downtime to minimize disruption.
• Formulate and implement preventive maintenance to extend equipment life.
• Monitor building systems (fire alarms, HVAC, plumbing) to meet design specs.
• Oversee and inspect the work of engineering staff and ensure client spaces are in prime condition.
• Respond to emergencies and coordinate with additional resources as needed.
• Apply diverse knowledge to create innovative solutions within the function.
• Lead by example and mentor others, including senior stakeholders and vendors.
• Drive program direction and resource allocation for services and projects.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Leadership / supervisory

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED or trade school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the Role:

As a CBRE Union Chief Engineer, you will be responsible for engineering operations and directing vendors and subcontractors.

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.
• 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.

Applicants must be currently 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.

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.

*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.