Lead Engineer

CBS

$109K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Minimum 7 years of experience in a high-pressure steam plant (500 HP or more)
  • At least 5 years of experience with centrifugal chillers (750 tons or more)
  • 3rd class District of Columbia Steam Engineer's license or equivalent
  • High school diploma or equivalent required with 300 hours of post-high school trade education
  • Proficient in computer systems and advanced DDC control knowledge
  • Management experience preferable
  • Training usually obtained through formal apprenticeship or equivalent experience

Responsibilities

  • Complete Tour and Watch duties as per CBS/JFRC plan
  • Report deficiencies and corrective actions to management
  • Respond to emergency calls during after-hours shifts
  • Operate and monitor emergency generators (3 - 2000 KW)
  • Maintain cleanliness of Mechanical/Electrical rooms and equipment
  • Conduct Quality Control inspections of all systems
  • Ensure adherence to Water Treatment levels

Benefits

  • Consistent 40-hour work weeks across shifts (Monday - Friday)
  • Opportunity for hands-on leadership in technical operations
  • Engagement with advanced building automation systems and technologies
  • Role combines both supervisory and operational responsibilities
  • Supportive environment for continued education and training
Full Job Description
About the Role

Complete Building Services (CBS) is seeking a Lead Engineer for a large facility located in Northwest Washington, DC. Reporting directly to the Chief Engineer. The Lead Engineer will serve as the technical lead for the site and must hold a valid DC Third Class Engineer License. This position is responsible for overseeing the on-site CBS workforce, ensuring all personnel perform their duties safely, effectively, and in full compliance with contract requirements. Send resume to [redacted] and [redacted]

Lead Engineers provide 24/7 coverage M-F as well as on-site weekends and holidays to cover the building and ensure no equipment interruptions, acting as the technical lead in lieu of the Chief Engineer's absence. The Lead Engineers will support the Chief Engineer in all technical matters at the facility.

  • Manage in-house and subcontracted technical workforce handling ongoing operations and building infrastructure maintenance
  • Lead Engineer must be knowledgeable in operating, maintaining, and repairing HVAC utility and associated systems
  • Supervise planning, organization, and performance of maintenance and repair work supported by the DC 3rd Engineers, Electricians, Elevator Technicians, and Utility Mechanics


Shifts: Day, Second, and Third shifts. (Monday - Friday and Weekends)

Salary: $52.66 per hour

You Should Have

The Lead Engineer will possess the following:

  • Active DC 3rd Class license
  • High school diploma
  • Minimum of 7-10+ years experience as a Lead or Chief Engineer in a comparable size facility (2 million + sq. ft.)
  • Comprehensive knowledge of MEP systems, specialized subcontracted trades, and mission critical operating characteristics to oversee and direct daily equipment and systems operations
  • Computer proficient and advanced knowledge of DDC control system
  • Strong communication and writing skills

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