CBRE · 6 hours ago
Project Engineering Manager
Indianapolis, IN
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expCBRE is a leading global real estate services firm, and they are seeking a Project Engineering Manager to lead a team of Project Engineers supporting capital project delivery at a major pharmaceutical client site. The role involves managing project engineering execution, ensuring compliance with standards, and driving stakeholder satisfaction while fostering a high-performing team culture.
CommercialFinancial ServicesProperty DevelopmentReal Estate
Responsibilities
Lead, mentor, and manage a team of 5–8 Project Engineers, providing coaching, guidance, and performance feedback to ensure consistent execution and professional development
Ensure each Project Engineer maintains an active development plan with documented discussions, clear action items, and measurable progress throughout the year
Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performing team culture aligned with CBRE values and client expectations
Manage team workload, resource planning, and assignment of Project Engineers to projects in coordination with Project Managers and Associate Project Directors
Maintain and manage the annual Project Engineering team budget for training, development, team activities, and recognition
Serve as the primary escalation point for Project Engineering engagement, performance, and issue resolution
Lead stakeholder feedback initiatives and collaborate with the capital projects team and Associate Project Directors to continuously improve Project Engineering engagement, effectiveness, and delivery
Periodically meet with Associate Project Directors and Project Managers to receive, document, and act on feedback regarding Project Engineer performance and engagement
Promote consistent application and sharing of Project Engineering standards, tools, and best practices to drive alignment and scalability across projects and sites
Proactively identify gaps in existing documents, tools, templates, and standards and develop new materials aligned with client policies, procedures, and industry norms
Partner with Project Managers to determine when Project Engineer support is required and ensure appropriate coverage
Establish and maintain a centralized repository of historical Project Engineering data to support reporting, benchmarking, and continuous improvement
Track, document, and report project engineering value delivered, including cost avoidance, schedule improvements, quality enhancements, and risk reduction
Promote consistent, productive, and respectful communication with all internal and external stakeholders
Act as a technical and leadership resource to Project Engineers and project teams during problem-solving, risk mitigation, and decision-making
Promote and maintain an environment consistent with CBRE values, including Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence, and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Qualification
Required
Minimum of 5+ years of engineering or capital project experience, preferably within a pharmaceutical or regulated manufacturing environment
Strong knowledge of Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, HVAC, and utility systems
Strong understanding of commissioning, qualification, and change control processes
Demonstrated experience developing metrics, tracking value, and driving continuous improvement initiatives
Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage diverse stakeholder groups
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Engineering required (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, or related discipline preferred)
Prior people leadership or functional management experience preferred
Company
CBRE
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10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
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$3.8BKey Investors
Athene Capital
2025-11-05Post Ipo Debt· $750M
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Adam Gallistel
Co-CEO and CIO
Andrew Glanzman
Chief Executive Officer of CBRE’s Real Estate Investments
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