CBRE Group, Inc

Assistant Chief Building Engineer

CBRE Group, Inc • $73K — $100K *
Chevy Chase, MD 20815In-Person
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Associate's degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school plus 4 years' experience in building operations.
  • Universal CFC certification required; additional certifications in related fields preferred.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills; strong interpersonal abilities.
  • Knowledge of financial terminology and operating budgets; capable of basic financial analysis.
  • Ability to analyze, interpret, and present information effectively; adept at problem-solving.
  • Demonstrated ability to make decisions based on procedures and company policies.

Responsibilities

  • Comply with codes, regulations, and safety directives for building operations.
  • Lead shift operations and provide training to coworkers and subcontractors.
  • Monitor building system operations and address tenant service requests.
  • Inspect and coordinate engineering staff work to ensure functionality and safety standards are met.
  • Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs for machinery and systems.
  • Oversee inspections of building systems like HVAC and plumbing for operational integrity.
  • Manage work orders, estimate materials, and maintain adequate inventory.

Benefits

  • Supportive work environment with opportunities for training and mentorship.
  • Involvement in hands-on problem-solving across various building systems.
  • Flexibility in scheduling preventive maintenance to accommodate business operations.
  • Access to certifications and continuing education in trade skills.
  • Opportunity to lead operations without formal supervisory pressures.
Full Job Description
About The Role:

The Assistant Chief Building Engineer leads shift operations and advises vendors and subcontractors. Applies skills to perform sophisticated preventive maintenance and corrective repair of buildings, industrial systems, vehicles, equipment and grounds. Working under limited supervision, monitors building system operations and performance. Uses several trade skills such as carpentry, plumbing, electrical, painting, roofing, heating and cooling.

What You Will Do:

  • Complies with all codes, regulations, agency and Company directives related to building operations and work safety.
  • Leads shift operations, assigns work orders, and/or provides technical and procedural training of coworkers and subcontractors. Arranges for subcontractors as needed.
  • Reviews tenant service request summaries to pinpoint and operational problems.
  • Coordinates and inspects the work performed by engineering staff. Determines that work is complete, equipment is fully functional and client space is in prime working condition.
  • Formulates and implements a preventive maintenance program to ensure that building machinery and systems meet or exceed their rated life.
  • Inspects building systems including fire alarms, HVAC, and plumbing to ensure operation of equipment is within design capabilities and achieves environmental conditions prescribed by client.
  • Reviews assigned work orders. Estimates time and materials needed to complete repair. Maintains inventory of adequate supplies and tools and orders vital materials to finish the tasks.
  • Consults with clients to schedule preventive maintenance and other downtime to minimize business interruption and inconvenience.
  • Performs assigned repairs, emergency and preventive maintenance. Completes' maintenance and repair records as the need arises.
  • No formal supervisory responsibilities in this position. Provides informal assistance such as technical mentorship, and/or training to coworkers. Coordinates and assigns tasks to co-workers within a work unit and/or project.

What You'll Need
To perform this job successfully, an individual will need to perform each crucial duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

  • Associate's degree (AA) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school and minimum of four years' experience in complete building operations. Or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Universal CFC certification required. Additional certification in two or more of the following: HVAC, electrical, mechanical, HVAC and refrigeration systems, process controls, mechanical power transmissions, painting, plumbing, carpentry or engine repair. Certifications/licenses as may be required by local or state jurisdictions.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong interpersonal and analytical skills. Ability to provide efficient, timely, reliable and courteous service to customers. Ability to effectively present information.
  • Requires knowledge of financial terms and principles and to understand operating budgets. Ability to calculate intermediate figures such as percentages, discounts, and/or commissions. Conducts basic financial analysis.
  • Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret documents. Ability to solve problems involving several options in situations. Requires intermediate analytical and quantitative skills.
  • Decisions made with thorough knowledge of procedures and company policies to achieve set results and deadlines. Responsible for setting own project deadlines. Errors in judgment may cause short-term impact to co-workers and supervisor.


CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate's education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for the Assistant Chief Building Engineer position is $73,500.00 annually [or $35.34 per hour] and the maximum salary for the Assistant Chief Building Engineer position is $100,000.00 annually [or $48.08 Per hour]. The compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate's skills, qualifications, and experience.

About CBRE Group, Inc

CBRE is a vertically integrated global commercial real estate services and investment firm. The company was established in 1992 and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, United States.

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Learn more about CBRE Group, Inc
Size
105,000 employees
Market Cap
$23.8 billion
Industry
Real Estate & Construction
Net Income
$751.9 million
Founded
1906
5 Year Trend
+9.8%
Revenue
$23.8 billion
NASDAQ
CBRE
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