Responsibilities

As a Lead Engineer at Hines, you will manage the operation and maintenance of all building systems, serving as the building systems expert. You will also lead a crew in day-to-day operations and maintenance responsibilities, including scheduling personnel and tracking/reporting budgeted and unbudgeted expenses. You will ensure adherence to Hines' quality standards and property operating objectives while maintaining focus on the delivery of exceptional client experience. At Hines, delivering exceptional client experience means combining a hospitality culture with real estate knowledge to create spaces where people feel valued, connected, and inspired.  Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Ensure all building maintenance and operations align with Hines’ service level standards, ensuring a best-in-class, client-centric experience across the property.
• Support engineering staff in the delivery of Hines’ Hospitality Standards.
• Maintain a collaborative and professional work environment with all staff while actively contributing to achieving the team's strategic goals.
• Provide a timely and hospitable response to all inquiries and property work orders.
• Perform general maintenance and repairs on all mechanical, electrical, plumbing and HVAC systems including, but not limited to pumps, chillers, boilers, air compressors and air handling units.
• Maintain operation logs and files, as appropriate, covering central plant operations, chemical consumption records, and other equipment or operation inspection logs specific to the property.
• Utilize expertise in HVAC distribution and controls to implement adjustments and/or corrective actions necessary to resolve work orders.
• Demonstrate full competency in all current Hines and property emergency procedures.
• Adhere to all Hines and property policies and procedures and perform all duties in a safe manner.
• Help ensure property compliance with all City, State and Federal safety and environmental laws, codes, standards, and regulations.
• Apply knowledge of how each of the components in the building systems relates operationally to one another and make modifications and/or install new systems as needed.
• Identify potential causes for system(s) failure and prioritize the repair process accordingly.
• Assist with long-term strategic planning for the property, including budgeting and long-range forecasting.
• Support the Maintenance staff with any needs they may have on a day-to-day basis including but not limited to, lighting, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, décor, events, etc.
• Maintain cleanliness of the equipment rooms, shop and property.

Minimum Requirements include:

• High school diploma or equivalent from an accredited institution.
• Three or more years of experience as a Building Engineer or equivalent facilities technical trade; supervisory experience preferred.
• High degree of emotional intelligence with proven ability to think creatively in all job responsibilities.
• Possess strong supervisory and analytical abilities with a solution-oriented mindset.
• Maintain composure and professionalism at all times.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Successful completion of the Hines “Introduction to Engineering” training program.
• Functional knowledge of the Engineering Assessment Guidelines and can demonstrate proficiency in the assigned area(s) of the Guidelines.
• Understand and use all types of testing equipment including, but not limited to: analog / digital multi-meters, as well as pressure, temperature, air flow, and leak detection devices
• Knowledge and proper use of basic hand tools (i.e. socket sets, wrenches, pliers, screwdrivers, saws, hammers, etc.).
• Read and understand a variety of instructions, including equipment instruction manuals, furnished in written, oral, or schedule form.
• Understand correct usage of power tools (pneumatic, electric or engine drive), drill motors, saws, grinder, and impact wrenches, etc.
• Compute basic mathematical equations for equipment performance testing and building operations.
• Possess sufficient computer skills to effectively administer required engineering programs.
• Understand and utilize personal protective equipment (PPE) appropriately.
• If, upon hire to this position, an individual does not have the required licenses or permits the individual will obtain those permits or licenses within six months of the hire.
• Work approximately 90% of the time indoors and 10% of the time outdoors.
• Must be able to move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects more than 25lbs. without assistance.
• Use olfactory, auditory, and visual senses; specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision and depth perception.
• Must be able to stand for an extended period, at a minimum of 8 hours.
• Ability to move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects more than 25lbs. without assistance.
• Ability to travel between floors and buildings including frequent walking, climbing, bending, kneeling, lifting, stooping, and working/extending overhead indoors and outdoors with varying temperature ranges from 0 - 100+.
• Work in confined spaces and at heights with A-Frame and extension ladders from 5ft to 16ft, following all OSHA guidelines and safety precautions.
• Compensation: $80,300 - $100,300