Newmark · 6 days ago
Chief Engineer
Bloomfield Hills, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expNewmark Group, Inc. is a world leader in commercial real estate, seamlessly powering every phase of the property life cycle. The Chief Engineer will provide administrative and technical direction for building operations, manage engineering staff, and ensure compliance with safety and operational standards.
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Responsibilities
Audit Operations - Ensure operating personnel are capable of handling tasks (qualified people are in place), people are productive and in compliance with OSHA and EPA. Ensure that training is being provided to less qualified staff members. Ensure that proper bid procedures are being followed. Ensure that best prices for commodities are being obtained. Ensure that service contractors are performing work properly
Project Management - Ensure project is well defined and understood, develop effective project plan which results in project results that meet cost, schedule, quality, functionality objectives (short and long term) and compliance with business controls
Capital Planning - Prepare annual capital plan for building systems, structure, parking, grounds, etc. at site(s) responsible. Plan to include item descriptions, estimated costs, and priority of items, project dependencies, proposed schedules, priority and risk/ramifications if work is not performed. Provide capital planning support to peers in District as requested
Utility Management - Keep current on state of energy technology related to building systems. Provide recommendations to management and include short payback projects in capital plan. Keep current on regulations (and deregulation) related to utilities. Ensure site(s) responsible is getting lowest unit cost utility. Develop programs for demand control
Suppliers - Develop product specifications and supplier sources for materials required to perform job. Material/equipment selections should be based on lowest life cycle cost and in accordance with existing building grade
Tools/Equipment Inventory - Perform annual inventory of tools and equipment and provide for same to Building Manager noting and changes and explanation as well as identifying new/additional required with supporting justification
Monthly Reports - Provide a monthly narrative of activities highlighting non-routine events such as major projects, training received, savings achieved, significant customer service items and issues/concerns. Reports to be submitted on time without reminders
Customer Service - Respond to tenant complaints in a timely fashion
Staffing - Participate in staffing process and provide recommendations regarding staffing of open operations positions. Expectation is that the Building Manager will review recommended candidate(s) after performed initial screening
After Hours Coverage - Ensure an afterhours program to provide adequate technical coverage. Participation between staff should be equitable
Staff Training – Ensure development plan exists for each operations person. Develop cross training program between staff
Peer Inspections – Coordinate peer inspection data for site(s) responsible for to ensure readiness for the yearly property inspection. Will be expected to participate in other peer inspections at other sites
May Perform other job duties as assigned
Boilers/Supporting Equipment – Operate to approved spec
Chillers / Supporting Equipment – Operate to approved spec
HVAC Fans – Operate to approved spec
UPS System – Monitor to approved spec
Electrical High Voltage Systems and Emergency Power – Monitor to approved spec
Electrical Secondary (non-critical) – Monitor to approved spec
Training – Train all inexperienced mechanical technicians to run all mechanical and electrical systems in support of building operations
Shift Scheduling – Provide scheduled coverage on all shifts that give coverage yet strive to reduce overtime
Supervise/coordinate tenant fit-up work and building construction projects
Maintenance:
Responsible for all necessary maintenance and operational programs
Boilers/Chillers/HVAC Systems – 99% reliability. Provide direction on repairs as needed
Electrical Secondary (non-critical) – 98% reliability. Provide quality repairs, call certified electrician as needed
Plumbing systems. Provide direction on repairs as needed
General Building Maintenance
Ensure that all conditions conform to OSHA and all other safety and health guidelines
Ensure complete compliance with all applicable municipal, state and federal codes and regulations
Preventative Maintenance (PM):
Critical Equipment – All PM done on schedule, no breakdown due to improper PM. 100% availability of equipment. Develop new PM’s or change as necessary. No equipment left undone
Non-critical Equipment – All PM done to approved schedule. 95% availability. Develop new PM’s in system and complete on time
Promptly report all incidents, accidents, and/or injuries and provide thorough evaluation regarding cause and effect. Implement corrective actions as necessary to prevent further occurrences
Implement all OSHA requirements
Recommendations and policy implementation for engineering personnel
Maintenance of current position descriptions for all engineers at site
Recommendations and implementation of training programs and activities for subordinates and trainees and access the progress of the individuals involved
Complete performance appraisals for all direct reports
Responsible for monitoring performance of Engineers under his/her supervision
Log Book Entries – Review operational information documented in shift log book prior to end of shift
Work Orders and PM Work – Review any difficulties in getting work completed as assigned and make adjustments. Document problems encountered as needed
Develop business controls for operations and maintenance areas
Prepare annual operating budget for Property/Portfolio Manager
Approval of engineer personnel time sheets – approve overtime
Coordination of bidding and pricing
Recommendation of vendors
Issuance of purchase orders or receipt of contract
Confirmation of receipt of goods or services
Maintenance of quality and cost controls
Evaluation of performance
Evaluation of contract cost(s)
Provisions for competitive bidding
Recommendations for selection – may even select on own
Responsible for the collection, analysis and reporting of such statistical data as may be required to provide accurate and current assessments of property management objectives
Responsible for a positive and prompt response to requests from building tenants and for the implementation or ongoing programs to constantly assess tenant needs and to assure problems are being solved promptly and to the mutual benefit of the tenant and the properties
Perpetuate teamwork in your area
Participate in acquiring new business, operations/maintenance reviews and advise
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent combination of education and experience
8-10 years' experience as Engineer in 250 KSF or greater Class A building
Excellent communication skills, positive approach to job, and ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently
Proficient computer and e-mail skills
Ability to handle multiple projects and make decisions
Area specific licenses required; CFC universal preferred
Company
Newmark
Newmark is a commercial real estate company that offers real estate brokerage, leasing, and property management services.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
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Public CompanyTotal Funding
$4.4BKey Investors
JP Morgan
2025-09-04Post Ipo Debt· $425M
2025-04-24Post Ipo Debt· $203.91M
2025-02-27Post Ipo Debt· $450M
Leadership Team
Barry Gosin
Chief Executive Officer
Christina Clark
Vice Chairman
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