CBRE · 13 hours ago
FM Senior Operations Manager (Engineering)
Burlingame, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$180K/yr - $192K/yr
5+ years expCBRE is a Fortune 500 leader focused on sustainability and facilities management. They are seeking a Senior Engineering Operations Manager to oversee mechanical and electrical operations for a portfolio of buildings, ensuring smooth and efficient facility operations.
FinanceReal EstateCommercialFinancial ServicesProperty Development
No H1B
Responsibilities
Provide formal supervision to employees
Monitor the training and development of staff
Conduct performance evaluations
Oversee the recruiting and hiring of new employees
Coordinate and manage the team's daily activities
Establish work schedules, assign tasks, and cross-train staff
Set and track staff and department deadlines
Mentor and coach as needed
Assist team with operations and maintenance issues
Direct contractors, subcontractors, and engineers on the entire maintenance aspect
Supervise and manage the daily operation of facility controls and asset management systems
Enforce and merge customer engineering, maintenance standards, and requirements into the facility maintenance program and any configuration changes
Support preparation of annual operating budgets
Evaluate, forecast, and manage operations and maintenance costs for a specific location
Schedule maintenance activities complying with customer operational requirements
Support operational analysis of all engineering related performance metrics (KPIs)
Drive continuous improvement and innovation
Support the undertaking of peer reviews, site assessments, and technical competence evaluations
Integrate with clients for reconfiguration, changes, and operational requirements
Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values
Influence parties of shared interests to reach an agreement
Apply knowledge of own discipline and how own discipline integrates with others to achieve team and departmental objectives
Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve day-to-day and moderately complex issues that may or may not be evident in existing systems and processes
Responsible For Leading The Following Operations: Electrical, Mechanical, General Maintenance
Qualification
Required
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future
Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) from four-year college or university
Minimum of five (5) years of facilities/operations management or job-related experience (commercial building/engineering operations) and/or trade school training
Facilities and Operations Management experience with a focus on Electrical and Mechanical
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
Understanding of existing procedures and standards to solve slightly complex problems
Ability to analyze possible solutions using technical experience to apply appropriate judgment and precedents
Strong organizational skills with an inquisitive mindset
In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
Preferred
Experience as a Union Chief is a plus
Experience managing Union Engineers (Local 39 in SF / Bay Area)
Mission critical data center experience preferred
Additional certifications preferred: HVAC, electrical, mechanical, HVAC and refrigeration systems, process controls, mechanical power transmissions, painting, plumbing, carpentry, or engine repair
Local Operating Engineer's License or Trade License
Systems Maintenance Administrator (SMA)
Real Property Administrator (RPA)
Proficient computer skills; familiar with energy Management System (EMS) programming and fire alarm systems
Benefits
Medical
Dental vision
PTO
401k
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Vision insurance
Company
CBRE
Operating across every dimension of commercial real estate, CBRE sees more so you can do more.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.8BKey Investors
Athene Capital
2025-11-05Post Ipo Debt· $750M
2025-04-29Post Ipo Debt· $1.1B
2024-02-20Post Ipo Debt· $500M
Leadership Team
Robert Bernard
Chief Sustainability Officer, SVP Client Sustainability Solutions
Bradley Wilner
Executive Vice President
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