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Lincoln Property Company · 2 days ago

Chief Building Engineer

Horsham, PA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

10+ years exp

Lincoln Property Company is one of the largest private real estate firms in the United States, and they are seeking a Chief Building Engineer to lead the Engineering team. The role involves overseeing all building maintenance, repair, and operations to ensure tenant satisfaction, safety, and efficiency.

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Responsibilities

Manage all aspects of building maintenance, including HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems

Monitor building energy usage and ensure efficient operations

Oversee contractor work and manage tenant improvement projects

Prepare budgets; control inventory and purchasing

Supervise, train, and evaluate Engineering staff; develop and implement performance goals and staff development plans

Collaborate with tenants, contractors, and property managers to ensure reliable building operations and address tenant issues

As assigned, work with vendors to identify scopes of work and oversee compliance with contract terms and quality control

Conduct thorough inspections to ensure systems are operating efficiently; maintain detailed documentation and service logs for building equipment; maintain compliance logs

Follow company safety protocols and wear appropriate PPE; enforce compliance with OSHA, NEC, NFC, NFPA regulations; manage safety protocols, including the lockout/tagout program; report safety hazards; participate in safety inspections; ensure all staff members follow safety protocols and comply with building codes and regulations; oversee safety training

Communicate verbally and in writing with teammates, leadership team, vendors, tenants, and client employees in a professional manner, keeping the appropriate customer(s) informed/updated as needed

Perform other duties as assigned

Qualification

HVAC systemsBuilding maintenanceEnergy managementProject managementCFC CertificationMicrosoft OfficeCMMSFire protection systemsSupervisory experienceTroubleshooting skillsCustomer serviceBlueprint familiarityEnglish proficiency

Required

HS Diploma or GED required

At least ten years of industry-related experience or commensurate certification/trade experience

At least five years of supervisory, training, and mentoring experience including developing and delivering performance appraisals and disciplinary action

CFC Certification preferred or willingness to obtain as requested; possess engineering and trade licenses required according to local, state, or national requirements

In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products, energy management software systems, CMMS, and other building operational platforms

Ability to travel daily to assigned properties as necessary

Ability to demonstrate advanced knowledge of HVAC, BAS, fire protection, and life safety systems

Strong troubleshooting, capital budgeting, and energy management skills/practices

Strong contract administration and project management skills

Familiar with fire/life safety equipment/procedures

Proven track record of delivering excellent internal and external customer service; ability to successfully interact/communicate with tenants/vendors/contractors as well as teammates and leadership team

Familiarity with blueprints and code requirements

Ability to act as the primary point of contact/first responder for building emergencies, ensuring the proper amount of coverage; ability to work after hours, weekends, holidays, and during emergency situations as necessary to meet the needs of the client

Possess competent knowledge of use and care of tools

Ability to read and write English in order to understand manuals and procedures, and to write reports

Ability to stand, walk, climb ladders, and lift up to 50 pounds; perform physically demanding tasks such as stooping, crouching, and kneeling