Helio · 2 months ago
Senior Building Engineer (Environmental Experience Preferred)
Culver City, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$80K/yr - $110K/yr
5+ years expHelio is seeking a Senior Building Engineer to support complex building operations and oversee capital improvement projects across their portfolio of Class A multifamily buildings. The ideal candidate will have deep technical knowledge of building systems and take ownership of complex engineering challenges beyond routine maintenance.
ConstructionProperty DevelopmentProperty ManagementReal EstateRental PropertyResidential
Responsibilities
Troubleshoot and resolve escalated HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and building envelope issues
Conduct root-cause analysis and recommend long-term solutions
Support building operations across multiple properties as needed
Assist with investigations related to water intrusion, moisture issues, and potential mold concerns
Collaborate with remediation vendors when needed
Participate in training/certification with company support (IICRC, etc.)
Support planning and execution of system upgrades, infrastructure improvements, and major repairs
Work with contractors, architects, engineers, and internal teams to ensure quality and timelines
Provide technical guidance, cost insights, and feasibility evaluations
Oversee specialized contractors and monitor work quality
Maintain accurate documentation, building condition reports, and preventative maintenance records
Advise operations leadership on building needs and long-term planning
Qualification
Required
5+ years of experience as a Building Engineer, Maintenance Engineer, or similar senior-level facilities role
Strong working knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems
Experience troubleshooting complex issues beyond routine maintenance
Experience with Class A, commercial, luxury residential, or multi-site buildings
Strong communication, project coordination, and documentation skills
Ability to work independently
Preferred
Experience with water intrusion, moisture issues, or mold remediation
Exposure to environmental compliance or related safety standards
EPA 608 certification
IICRC WRT/AMRT or willingness to obtain with employer support
Experience supporting CapEx or system upgrade projects
Benefits
401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Company
Helio
Helio is a property development and management company that designs, builds, and manages residential communities.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase