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CBRE · 3 days ago

Lead Building Engineer On-Site

Westborough, MA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$86K/yr - $93K/yr

4+ years exp

CBRE is a global leader in real estate services, and they are seeking a Lead Building Engineer to provide maintenance for facilities and manage operations for a portfolio of buildings. The role focuses on building management systems, preventative maintenance, vendor management, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.

CommercialFinancial ServicesProperty DevelopmentReal Estate

No H1B

Responsibilities

Building Management System (BMS): monitor and adjust for an efficient BMS and building operation

Design, manage, and improve a Preventative Maintenance Program

Manage and engage vendors to perform routine/preventive maintenance including but not limited to:

BMS

Electrical (Distribution, UPS, generator, ATS, switchgear & batteries, etc.)

HVAC

Plumbing

Fire alarm

Fire suppression

Generator fuel

Respond to and troubleshoot emergency maintenance issues and hot/cold calls from occupants

Utilize work order management system to record tasks

Perform routine building walks, document deficiencies, and engage vendors to correct issues

Consult on Tridium BMS implementation, ensure no device or function are lost in the transition

Consult on lighting control system enhancements

Develop reports on building efficiency and help develop performance metrics

Develop and implement test and resulting plan for critical systems and BMS alarming, set action plan

General project support for building infrastructure questions/impact

Understand site electrical distribution loading and recommend for expansion when required

Ensure site lighting and timeclocks are operational

Maintains an energy management program to ensure measures are taken to operate all systems in the most efficient manner to keep operating costs at a minimum

Lead site energy efficiency audits

Develop and track KPIs related to building operations such as but not limited to response times, maintenance costs, vendor performance, operational impact, and systems/building uptime

Available to respond after hours, which may require on-site response to emergencies

Complies with all applicable codes, regulations, governmental agency and client directives related to building operations and work safety

Ability to inspect building systems including fire alarms, HVAC, and plumbing to ensure operation of equipment is within design capabilities and as prescribed by the client

Prepares and reviews work orders. Estimates, prepares, reviews, and places orders. Follows up on time, materials, supplies, and vendors needed to complete work

As needed in an emergency, when vendors are not utilized, or in extraordinary circumstances must be able to perform repairs and maintenance work on building systems

Responds quickly to emergency situations, summoning additional assistance as needed

May take directions from others for special projects as instructed by the manager

Performs other duties as assigned

Must be able to travel both Domestic or International travel up to 20%

Qualification

Building Management System (BMS)HVACElectrical systemsPreventative Maintenance ProgramTridiumTrane BMSConstruction Project ManagementUniversal CFC certificationAdvanced Microsoft OfficePeople managementOperational processes

Required

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and a minimum of four years of related experience and/or trade school training

Ability to comprehend and interpret instructions, short correspondence, and memos and ask clarifying questions to ensure understanding

Ability to write routine reports and correspondence

Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from clients, co-workers, and/or supervisor

Ability to effectively present information to an internal department and/or large groups of employees

Requires basic knowledge of financial terms and principles

Ability to calculate simple figures such as percentages and averages

Have the ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situation where only limited standardization exists

Requires advanced analytical skills

Uses personal computer and / or PDA for work order system, email, ESS and training

Basic skills with Microsoft Office Outlook

Physical requirements include stooping, standing, walking, climbing stairs / ladders and ability to lift / carry heavy loads of 50 lbs. or more

Decisions made with general understanding of procedures and company policies to achieve results and deadlines

Responsible for personal safety and the safety of those who are affected by your work

Must be able to travel both Domestic or International travel up to 20%

Preferred

Tridium or Trane BMS

Construction Project Management

Advanced Microsoft Office (Word and Excel), Microsoft Project

Operational processes

People management

Certifications: Universal CFC certification, electrical, mechanical, HVAC and refrigeration systems, process controls, mechanical power transmissions, painting, plumbing, carpentry, or engine repair