Chief Building Engineer
CBRE GroupSunnyvale, CA, US2 hours ago
Job type
- Full-time
Job descriptionFollow all applicable codes, regulations, governmental agency, and company directives related to building operations and work safety. Lead operations, assign work orders, and provide technical and procedural training of coworkers and subcontractors. Arranges for subcontractors as needed. Collaborate with customers to arrange preventative maintenance activities during off-peak hours to minimize business disruptions and inconvenience to ensure that building machinery and systems meet or exceed their rated life. Inspect building systemsincluding fire alarms, HVAC, electrical, and plumbingto ensure optimal performance, while coordinating and reviewing engineering staff work to confirm all tasks are completed accurately and client spaces remain in excellent condition. Respond to emergency situations and ask for help when needed. Apply advanced knowledge to seek and develop new, better methods for accomplishing both individual and department objectives. Showcase expertise in own job subject area and in-depth knowledge of other job fields within the organization function. Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values. Anticipate potential objections and persuades others, often at senior levels and of divergent interest, to embrace a different point of view. Impact the achievement of customer, operational, project, or service objectives across multi-discipline teams. Work is guided by functional policies which impact the design of procedures and policies. Contribute to new products, processes, standards, and / or operational plans in support of achieving functional goals. High School Diploma, GED, or trade school diploma or equivalent experience with 5-8 years of job-related experience. Prior shift manager or supervisory experience preferred. Meet the physical requirements of this role including stooping, standing, walking, climbing stairs / ladders, and the ability to lift / carry heavy loads of 50 lbs. or more. The innovative mentality to develop methods that go beyond existing solutions. Microsoft Office products Word, Excel, Outlook, etc. and handle work orders through a CMMS Ability to calculate figures such as percentages, fractions, and other financial-related calculations. Benefits start 1st of the month : Medical, dental vision, PTO, 401k, holiday pay, and much more! Internal advancement available after 6 month mark Competitive Pay Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future Applicant AI Use Disclosure California Residents : CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate's education, training and experience. The salary range is $74 - $94 per hour. The compensation offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate's skills, qualifications and experience.
Chief Building Engineer
Lead the way as a CBRE Chief Building Engineerwhere your expertise keeps critical systems running efficiently and clients satisfied. You'll manage preventive maintenance, guide engineering teams, and ensure top-tier building performance across HVAC, fire safety, and plumbing systems. If you're a hands-on problem solver with leadership skills and a passion for operational excellence, this is your next big move.
This job is part of the Engineering and Technical Services job function. Job specific requirements :
- Proficiency with Daikin VRV Systems
- Experience in BMS (Building Management System) automation
- Comfortable managing TI (Tenant Improvement) projects
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Why CBRE?
Disclaimers :
We value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills, and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process.
Other keywords : commercial, maintenance, lead, HVAC, plumbing, electrician, manage, facilities maintenance, retail, property management
Equal Employment Opportunity : CBRE has a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law. Candidate Accommodations : CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company's success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at recruitingaccommodations@cbre.com or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).
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