Cushman & Wakefield

Engineering Manager

Cushman & Wakefield$119K — $140K *
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in engineering management or related field
  • Strong understanding of facility management and building operations
  • Experience with energy management and sustainability initiatives
  • Proficiency in CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) tools
  • Ability to lead teams and manage budgets effectively
  • Excellent communication and relationship management skills
  • Knowledge of environmental health & safety regulations

Responsibilities

  • Lead and coordinate all engineering services delivery for the region
  • Ensure adherence to client and company operational standards
  • Develop strong relationships with key clients and facility leaders
  • Manage asset performance while optimizing costs
  • Drive innovation through best practices and operational efficiency
  • Oversee day-to-day engineering operations to ensure safety and reliability
  • Manage critical maintenance and project workflows using CMMS

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and career growth
  • Access to health and wellness programs
  • Support for work-life balance initiatives
  • Participation in sustainability projects
  • Networking opportunities with industry leaders
Full Job Description

Job Title

Engineering Manager

Job Description Summary

The Engineering Manager will manage direct activities for the delivery of engineering & operations and asset planning, maintenance and repair for the West\Midwest Region with accountability for the overall delivery of operational management, including engineering services, projects, critical work, energy management, sustainability initiatives, and environmental health & safety. Responsibilities also include MSA compliance, adherence to business plan, budgetary control, capital planning, client standards and oversight of the daily operational management and activities associated with the region.

Job Description

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Lead coordination, delivery and quality assurance of all C&W account services and adherence to the client27s real estateengineeringstandards of performance andneeds.

  • Complete understanding ofclient O&M standardsbyinitiatingand adhering toaudit& control systems to ensure statutory, policy and contractual commitments are satisfied.

  • Ensure customer focus within all areas of operational activities andmaintaineffective relationships with key client stakeholders.

  • Develop andmaintainrelationships with facility team leaders driving the operational and strategic goals.

  • Manage the client's assets in the most profitable and/or cost-effective manner and consistent with the management contract and account plan for each property.

  • Develop andmaintaintechnicalproficiency, industryknowledge,and communication skills to providetimelyinformation on all property-specific issuesas well as keeping the client informed of important developments and trends in the property and facility management industry.

  • Drive innovation through the development of best practices, operational and service efficiency as well as the identification of industry trends and tools that would contribute to our operational excellence goals.

Engineering Services

  • Overseeregionday-to-day engineering operations to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable facility and infrastructure performance, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, life safety systems, and building automation.

  • Ensure compliance with client O&M standards, manage internal and external audits.

  • Manage the CMMS to plan, prioritize, schedule, and track corrective, preventive, and predictive maintenance activities.Createincident(RESINC) and problem tickets to ensure compliance and tracking.

  • Utilize CMMS data toidentifytrends, root causes, and opportunities for continuous improvement in maintenance and engineering operations.

  • Ensure accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of CMMS data, including work orders and asset records.

  • Coordinate engineering projects including maintenance,improvements, and capitalprojects.

  • Manage internal engineering teams and external contractors, consultants, and service providers.

  • Assure implementation ofclient definedoperational standardsand best practices.

  • Develop site specific maintenance and operatingproceduresthat incorporate detailedsafety,vendorand operational requirements.Monitor asset performance and lifecycle management tooptimizereliability and cost.

Critical Work

  • Execute and supervise site engineering team for all critical maintenance and projects, including annual, semi preventative maintenanceof allMEPcritical equipment includingUninterruptiblePower Supply(UPS), generator,andHVAC.

  • Develop andmaintaina12-monthstrategic calendarforall annual, semi and quarterly maintenance,including key dates (freeze, holiday) and a lookaheadprogress status for request for change, methodsofprocedure, and work permits.

  • Develop andmaintainprimaryschedules for preventive maintenance, corrective repairs, capital projects, and critical system outages. Coordinate with internalteams, property management, and clients to minimize operational disruptions during outages or intrusive work. Track work progress, dependencies, and timelines using CMMS or other scheduling tools. Forecast resource needs andallocatelabor efficiently.

  • Managealloperating and project requestsfor change, including weekly statustracking, vendor availability, operational team coverage (afterhours, weekendsupervision).

  • Lead the creation, review, and approval process for all Method of Procedure (MOP) and SOP documentation related to critical MEP activities. Ensure MOPs include clear isolation points, step-by-step procedures, risk assessments, contingency plans, and rollback methods. Coordinate with engineering teams, on-site technicians, and clients tovalidatesequence of operations. Conduct pre-task meetings and ensure all stakeholders are aligned prior to work execution. Monitor work in the field to confirm adherence to the approved MOP.

  • Manage building transitions on / off utility and generator power.

  • Manage critical vendor work, ensuring site restoration and business as usual (BAU).

  • Lead and coordinate escalations, from initiation to resolution.

  • Manage stakeholder coordination, including Facilities Management, IT, AssetManagement,and Project teams.Build and communicate on all businessimpactingevents.

  • Manage and ensure response and report tracking of all building management critical alarms.

Energy Management

  • Assistwithenergy management& sustainabilitystrategies to reduceconsumption and operational costs.

  • Ensure compliance with energy regulations, sustainability standards, and internal policies.

Sustainability

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate sustainability into operations and capital planning.

  • Track and report sustainability metrics and key performance indicators.

Environmental Health & Safety

  • Ensure compliance with all applicable EH&S laws, regulations, and organizational policies, promote a strong safety culture through leadership, communication, and accountability.

  • Support and where appropriate leadrisk assessments, safety audits, and incident investigations; implement corrective actions.

  • Promote a strong safety culture through leadership, communication, and accountability.

  • Coordinate withC&WEH&S, regulatory agencies, and auditors asrequired.

Financial& ContractManagement

  • Approveexpendituresin accordance withfinancial policies and delegated authority.

  • Support long-term financial planning and resource allocation.

  • Develop financial plans and specific goals for cost control/reduction and ensure that these goals are met or exceeded.

  • Monitor vendor performance and manage key contract relationships.Evaluate vendor proposals, scopes of work, and service deliverables to ensure alignment with engineering standards and facility requirements.

  • Participate,facilitateand negotiate service contracts with outside vendors to achieve balance between performance and cost in compliance with C&W's values,standardsand guidelines for business conduct.

  • Oversee and enforce compliance with site policies, safety protocols, and access procedures.

  • Conduct performance reviews andmaintaina preferred vendor list to support quality and continuity.

Reporting& Compliance

  • Ensure regulatory compliance and effective management of risk and liability for both C&W and client.

  • Ensure SLA27s & KPI27s are achieved and aligned with client MSA.

  • Manage and ensure response and report tracking of all building management a

About Cushman & Wakefield

Cushman & Wakefield plc is a global commercial real estate services firm. The company's corporate headquarters is located in Chicago, Illinois. Cushman & Wakefield is among the world's largest commercial real estate services firms, with revenues of US$9.4 billion in 2021. The company operates from approximately 400 offices in 60 countries, has around 50,000 employees and manages about 4,100 million sq ft of commercial space. It is one of the "Big Three" commercial real estate services companies, alongside CBRE and JLL.
Learn more about Cushman & Wakefield
Size
50,000 employees
Market Cap
$2.6 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$220.5 million
Founded
1917
5 Year Trend
+8.6%
Revenue
$7.8 billion
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