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Saul Centers, Inc. · 1 day ago

Lead Maintenance Building Engineer

Alexandria, VA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Saul Centers, Inc. is a self-managed, self-administered equity real estate investment trust, operating a portfolio of shopping center and office properties. The Lead Maintenance Building Engineer is responsible for the efficient operation and maintenance of a Class A Office and Retail mixed-use property, ensuring compliance with maintenance standards and providing leadership to the building staff.

Property ManagementReal Estate

Responsibilities

Responsible for the repair, preventive maintenance, and operation of assigned property. Maintains building and site equipment for proper operation, troubleshooting and repair work or calling for third party vendors as required. Advanced knowledge of major building operating systems to include but are not limited to multiple complex HVAC/condenser systems, energy management platform (EMS/BAS), electrical, life safety, elevator, plumbing, fire alarm and security systems

Provide leadership and supervision to building staff in duties requiring physical labor, preventive maintenance, completion of routine testing as required by the City of Alexandria and national code, correction of emergency conditions, and other related tasks

Daily inspection of property to ensure that the building is in good operating order and appearance

Monitor and adjust mechanical systems via the building’s EMS/BAS to provide maximum indoor comfort and energy efficiency

Manage all building contracts to include but not limited to elevator maintenance, fire/life/safety, water treatment, waste removal and recycling programs, parking operations, cleaning/day-porter, security patrol service, access control system, pest control, landscape maintenance. Conduct routine cleaning inspections with cleaning vendor representative

Oversee ongoing, multiple renovation projects and property upgrades

Operate and maintain web-based work ticket/tenant alerts and preventive maintenance platform. Provide proper documentation of incident reports through company insurance portal. Ensure that tenant requests are completed in a timely manner. Proactively communicate planned maintenance, system outages, and emergencies

Professional interaction and collaboration between building staff, tenants and other departments. Demonstrate a positive customer service attitude, emphasizing the importance of tenant satisfaction and retention

On a 24-hour basis, respond as necessary to any building emergencies. Take necessary steps to safeguard or minimize damage to property

Coordinate, supervise and participate in snow and ice removal during weather emergencies

Procure competitive bids for preventive and corrective services, manage project to completion

Participate in the cross training of other properties as assigned. Collaborate with multiple departments within the company

Other building related duties as assigned

Qualification

HVAC systemsElectrical systemsPlumbingBuilding maintenanceAdvanced troubleshootingMicrosoft OfficeBlueprint readingAccess control systemsLeadership skillsCustomer serviceProject managementCommunication skills

Required

Skilled in building maintenance, including hands on experience with HVAC, electrical, plumbing and general repairs

Direct experience with equipment, tools, materials and safety protocols

Excellent customer service work history

Proven experience as a Lead Engineer in a full-service commercial office building

Demonstrated Strong Leadership and Management skills

Advanced troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

Proficient Microsoft Office user

Advanced knowledge of EMS/BAS

Ability to read and analyze Blueprints and construction documents

Manage and Program access control systems

Can prepare and implement a Repair and Maintenance expense budget within guidelines

Able to prepare written RFPs to obtain complete and competitive bids

Minimum (5) five years' work experience as a Lead or Chief Building Engineer in a commercial property

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Engineering License Required

DC 3rd Class Engineer's License

Maryland Stationary Grade 1 License or Equivalent

Virginia HVAC License, or Equivalent

CFC Universal Refrigerant Certification

Accredited Coursework for Building Maintenance, Construction, Property Management

Experience with Building Energy Standards and Energy Star

Valid Driver's License and reliable transportation

Ability to perform the physical tasks necessary to perform maintenance duties for an office property including but not limited to some heavy lifting, working with hand tools, climbing ladders, crawling into and around equipment, reading instruments, and using computers