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CBRE · 10 hours ago

Building Engineer Lead

CBRE is a global leader in real estate services, and they are seeking a Lead Building Engineer. In this role, you will perform complex preventive maintenance and corrective repairs of buildings and industrial systems, while leading operations and training coworkers in a healthcare environment.

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Responsibilities

Follow all applicable codes, regulations, governmental agency, and company directives related to building operations and work safety
Lead operations, assign work orders, and provide technical and procedural training of coworkers and subcontractors. Arranges for subcontractors as needed
Consult with clients to schedule preventive maintenance during downtime to cut business interruption and inconvenience. Plan a preventive maintenance program to ensure that building machinery and systems meet or exceed their rated life
Check 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
Oversee and inspect the work performed by engineering staff to make sure the work is complete; equipment is functioning properly, and client space is in great working condition
Respond to emergency situations and ask for help when needed
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. Anticipate 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

Boiler experienceHVAC systemsPlumbing systemsMicrosoft OfficeSupervisory experienceMath skillsOrganizational skillsProblem-solving

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
Boiler experience would be necessary to be successful in this role
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
Ability to solve unique problems using standard and innovative solutions
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
Must have/maintain a clean, valid, unrestricted drivers license

Preferred

Prior shift manager or supervisory/lead experience highly preferred

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
401k with company contribution
Generous paid time off
Holiday pay
Company Vehicle
Gas card
Phone
Laptop
All tools needed to perform the job.

Company

Operating across every dimension of commercial real estate, CBRE sees more so you can do more.

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$3.8B
Key Investors
Athene Capital
2025-11-05Post Ipo Debt· $750M
2025-04-29Post Ipo Debt· $1.1B
2024-02-20Post Ipo Debt· $500M

Leadership Team

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Adam Gallistel
Co-CEO and CIO
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Andrew Glanzman
Chief Executive Officer of CBRE’s Real Estate Investments
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