Zeller · 6 days ago
Chief Building Engineer
Atlanta, GA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$115K/yr - $120K/yr
6+ years expZeller is seeking a Chief Building Engineer to lead and supervise engineering operations in their assigned market. The role involves managing engineering staff, overseeing mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems, and ensuring customer satisfaction while maintaining operational budgets and compliance with safety standards.
Commercial Real EstateProperty DevelopmentReal EstateReal Estate Investment
Hiring Manager
Courtni Hughes-Bochenek
Responsibilities
Provide leadership and supervision to on-site engineering staff. Creates and manages annual performance plans for engineering team members. Meets with engineering team to review current operating conditions, ongoing TI projects and initiatives. (15%)
Directly responsible for all operation and management of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC equipment in the assigned properties or portfolio. Develops, manages and adapts preventative maintenance requirements using Angus and building automation system (BAS) systems data to minimize downtime and unscheduled outages. Directs, contracts and assess repairs and replacement of major systems and or components in the assigned properties. Lead staff in building and corporate initiatives (20%)
Manages and set expectations for engineering staff service levels insuring tenant’s satisfaction as part of process maintains open communication with all tenants, to quantify goals are being achieved. Implement, manage and administer Tenant Improvement Rules and Regulations. Reviews tenant fit out plans and drawings. Assigns appropriate engineering coverage to monitor and manage landlord coordination. (20%)
Energy Conservation Program: Use systemic measures to promote energy awareness and conservation at managed properties. Champion consolidated energy conservation programs to achieve maximum results from tenants and staff.. Participate in corporate sustainability initiatives Assist in the utility purchasing process providing historical usage trends and projected changes is site load profiles (10%)
Create and track purchase orders and service entry sheets in accounting software for expenses associated with the engineering group. Proactively manage and track expenses including HVAC, R&M and utilities. Review monthly cash flow detail reports for variances and issues creating action plans to address anomalies. Work with Asset Manager, PM and VP of Technical operations to create annual budgets, projects and variance reports as required. Manage engineering payroll and overtime (20%)
Supports leasing effort by: helping with leasing plans, review of tenant space drawings, and proposed MEP requirements. (5%)
Conducts inspections of all building and systems ensuring compliance with operating requirements including PM schedules, Water Treatment Testing , Cleanliness, Life Safety and Tenant Work Order Status. Identifies areas for improvement. Performs preventive maintenance tasks and tenant work orders as necessary (5%)
Responsible for procuring managing and tracking service contracts for primary systems including Fire & Life Safety Testing, Emergency Generator PM, Water Treatment, Elevators and Mechanical Service. Working with engineers monitors and administer contracts. (5%)
Qualification
Required
A two year certificate and or degree in a facilities related program and or a high school diploma and vocational training in HVAC, electrical, steam engineering, plumbing and facilities is required
Professional licensing requirements vary based on location, but may include HVAC, steam engine, electrical, pipefitter, plumbing, waste water, steam and high pressure vessels, and/or stationary engineering
Certification requirements vary based on location, but may include Facilities, Energy Management, LEED, ACM Awareness, NFPA, BOMA, AFE, and/or IFMA
At least 6-10 years of experience working on complex mechanical, electrical & HVAC systems, including maintenance, repair and troubleshooting
Strong knowledge of building codes, life safety codes and local regulatory requirements
A candidate who excels in a team environment where quality and professionalism are valued
The position will promote a professional image through positive interactions with tenants, vendors and peers
The candidate must possess the ability to mentor and train staff members identifying personal performance plans based on global goals for the team and site
Strong written and verbal communication skills are required to properly convey critical systems and operating information
The ability to prioritize and organize responsibilities efficiently in a fluid environment will be a prerequisite to leading a successful team
The successful candidate will require strong mechanical system knowledge with an analytical approach to systems operations, maintenance and repair
The Chief Engineer will assist in the creation and management of the annual operating budgets for multiple buildings within the assigned market
The position requires the use of Microsoft Office Suite including Microsoft Outlook E mail, ANGUS CMMS software, and various building automation software systems
Benefits
Annual 10% performance bonus target
Company
Zeller
Zeller provides commercial real estate investment and development services.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Chris Baker
CEO
Paul Zeller
Founder, Chairman and Managing Principal/CEO
Recent News
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