Chief Building Engineer-Class A Office Portfolio

Prestigious commercial real estate investment trust is seeking a Chief Engineer for a large Class A Office Portfolio.

Job description

The Chief Engineer organizes, monitors, and supervises the maintenance and repair activities, associated with a high-rise Class-A Office Building. The Chief Engineer is charged with oversight of the fire and life safety systems, assisting Property Management staff in providing the highest level of customer service and satisfaction, and submitting mechanical and structural recommendations relative to tenant and owner issues.

Responsibilities:

Responsible for assisting in establishing and implementing preventive maintenance program for the associated building systems, facilities, and equipment.

Primary safety manager for the engineering department under their leadership. This includes identifying safety training needs, providing training as well as maintaining records. Must have a good understanding of OSHA compliance and other safety practices. Coordinate and record training for engineering staff, including safety, OSHA and on-line training modules.

Manage and schedule engineering personnel to fulfill day-to-day maintenance activities, as well as special projects and emergency situations.

Prepare the annual operations budget within specified operating parameters as well as periodic reports relating to prepared budget such as variance and forecasting reports.

The Chief Engineer shall participate in the day-to-day financial management of the designated operating accounts assigned with specific attention to payroll and accounts payable.

Assist in negotiating contracts for various building services, interacting with and supervising contract personnel as necessary.

Coordinate on-site construction activities, attend construction meetings, review plans, and ensure Local, State and Federal code compliance.

Responsible for maintaining supply, tool, and equipment inventory.

Obtain competitive pricing for materials, goods, and services, and reviews invoices upon receipt to ensure accuracy.

Supervise engineering staff and promote the safe and effective use of labor resources.

Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual engineering reports, relative to capital projects, major repair and maintenance, and utility data.

Maintain blueprints, specifications, and maintenance manuals for the property.

Assist Senior Property Manager with extensive owner reporting requirements.

Research and recommend new technology for repair and/or capital replacement of obsolete building systems.

Responsible for staying current in technology through training seminars, literature, continuing education and trade organizations.

Assist Senior Property Manager with tenant relations.

Requirements:

A high school diploma is required

5+ years experience managing Class A Commercial Office Properties over 500,000 square feet.

3+ years in a leadership role required.

EPA Universal certification