CBRE · 1 day ago
Senior Building Engineer
Fremont, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$85K/yr - $130K/yr
5+ years expCBRE is a global leader in real estate services, providing tailored facility management solutions. The Senior Building Engineer will monitor complex building systems, perform maintenance and repairs, and ensure compliance with safety and operational standards.
CommercialFinancial ServicesProperty DevelopmentReal Estate
Responsibilities
Assign work orders and estimate the time and materials needed to complete repairs
Maintain an inventory of adequate supplies and tools
Perform maintenance and repairs to advanced mechanical, plumbing, structural, furniture, fire, life safety, and control systems
Keep facility and building systems up to applicable standards as assigned
Comply with all applicable codes, regulations, governmental agencies, and company directives related to building operations and work safety
Develop an energy management program
Ensure all systems operate in the most efficient manner
Oversee and inspect the work performed by outside contractors
Respond to common inquiries or complaints from clients, co-workers, and/or supervisors
Direct the implementation of a preventive maintenance program to ensure that building machinery and systems meet or exceed their rated life
Perform repairs and emergency maintenance as needed
Review and sign off on inspections of building systems including fire alarms, HVAC, and plumbing to ensure the operation of equipment is within design capabilities and achieves environmental conditions prescribed by the client
Apply advanced knowledge to seek and develop new, better methods for accomplishing both individual and department objectives
Showcase expertise in own job discipline and in-depth knowledge of other job disciplines within the organization function
Coach others to develop in-depth knowledge and expertise in most or all areas within the function
Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values
Anticipates potential objections and persuades others, often at senior levels and of divergent interest, to adopt a different point of view
Impact the achievement of customer, operational, project, or service objectives across multi-discipline teams
Work is guided by functional policies which impact the design of procedures and policies
Contribute to new products, processes, standards, and/or operational plans in support of achieving functional goals
Communicate difficult and complex ideas with the ability to influence
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma, GED, or trade school diploma with 5-8 years of job-related experience
In lieu of a diploma, a combination of experience and education will be considered
Universal CFC certification required
Additional certification in one or more of the following: HVAC, electrical, mechanical, HVAC and refrigeration systems, process controls, mechanical power transmissions, painting, plumbing, carpentry or engine repair
Meet the physical requirements of this role including stooping, standing, walking, climbing stairs/ladders, and the ability to lift/carry heavy loads of 50 lbs. or more
The innovative mentality to develop methods that go beyond existing solutions
Ability to solve unique problems using standard and innovative solutions having a broad impact on the business
In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc
Expert organizational skills with an advanced inquisitive mindset
Highly sophisticated math skills. Ability to calculate somewhat complex figures such as percentages, fractions, and other financial-related calculations
Preferred
Prior shift manager or supervisory experience preferred
Benefits
Competitive and comprehensive benefits program
Tools and training in the industry
Company
CBRE
Operating across every dimension of commercial real estate, CBRE sees more so you can do more.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.8BKey Investors
Athene Capital
2025-11-05Post Ipo Debt· $750M
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Leadership Team
Adam Gallistel
Co-CEO and CIO
Andrew Glanzman
Chief Executive Officer of CBRE’s Real Estate Investments
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