Building Engineer

Building Engineer

Job ID

242445

Posted

10-Oct-2025

Service line

GWS Segment

Role type

Full-time

Areas of Interest

Building Management, Engineering / Maintenance, Facilities Management

Location(s)

La Jolla - California - United States of America

Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) Local is a hard services-led, tailored facility management solution. We self-perform hard services while partnering with best-in-class soft service providers to offer custom facility and project management solutions to our clients. We focus on empowering our team with a high-level of downstream accountability, resulting in an agile and efficient service delivery.

In addition to our core facility and project management capabilities, our platform offers direct access to our Best-in-Class services, including ESG, Security Consulting, Workplace Strategy, and Workplace Experience.

About the Role :

As a CBRE Building Engineer you will utilize advanced skills to perform complex preventive maintenance and corrective repair of buildings, industrial systems, vehicles, equipment and grounds. Working under limited supervision, monitor building system operations and performance. The role requires several trade skills such as carpentry, plumbing, electrical, painting, roofing, heating and cooling.

What You'll Do :

Comply with all applicable regulations, codes, governmental agency and Company directives related to building operations and work safety.

Inspect building systems including fire alarms, HVAC, and plumbing to ensure operation of equipment is within design capabilities and achieves environmental conditions, prescribed by the client.

Oversee and inspect the work performed by outside contractors. Contracted work may include landscaping, snow removal, remodeling, HVAC, plumbing, and cleaning.

Perform assigned repairs, emergency and preventive maintenance. Complete maintenance and repair records as required.

Review assigned work orders. Estimate time and materials needed to complete the job, and order the necessary materials and supplies to complete all tasks.

Maintain an energy management program to ensure measures are taken to operate all systems in the most efficient manner to keep operating costs at a minimum.

Maintain the building lighting system, including element and ballast repairs or replacements.

Perform welding, carpentry, furniture assembly and locksmith tasks as needed.

Respond quickly to emergency situations, arranging additional assistance as needed.

This is not a comprehensive list of job requirements, additional tasks may be included.

What You'll Need :

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

High School Diploma, general education degree (GED), or a trade school diploma, with 4 years of job related experience.

Universal CFC certification preferred.

Additional certification in one or more of the following : 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.

Ability to comprehend and interpret instructions, short correspondence, and memos, and ask clarifying questions to ensure understanding.

Capability to write routine reports and correspondence and to respond to common inquiries or complaints from clients, co-workers, and / or supervisor.

Be able to effectively present information to internal colleagues.

Practical problem solving skills and the capability to assess possible solutions using technical expertise to apply suitable judgment and precedents.

Basic computer skills; utilizing the work order system, Microsoft Outlook, ESS and training.

Meet the physical requirements of this role including stooping, standing, walking, climbing stairs / ladders, and the ability to lift / carry heavy loads of 40 lbs. or more.

Strong organizational skills with an inquisitive mindset.

Full health and safety compliance, including but not limited to, training completion, following & instructing policies & procedures, supporting audits & assessments and reporting any HSE concerns.

Valid Driver's license may be required.

Why CBRE?

We lead by example, guided by the needs of the cities we inhabit, the communities we build, and the world we live in. The more perspectives we have, the more dimensions we're able to see. A culture of respect, integrity, service, and excellence shapes our approach to every opportunity.

Our competitive and comprehensive benefits program was designed to make sure you feel valued with benefits that support the mental, physical, emotional, and financial health of you and your family.

Maintain your career momentum with the best tools and training in the industry. You'll have everything you need to thrive in your role : challenging work, dedication to results, fast-paced assignments, and a culture of constant learning.

Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) are more than just values- they're a competitive advantage. By crafting a place where our employees are recognized for their contribution and given a chance to grow, we regularly open ourselves and our business opportunities.

California Residents : CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate's education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for the Building Engineer position is $68,000 annually, and the maximum salary for the Building Engineer position is $78,500 annually. The compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate's skills, qualifications, and experience.

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).

CBRE GWS

CBRE Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) works with clients to make real estate a meaningful contributor to organizational productivity and performance. Our account management model is at the heart of our client-centric approach to delivering integrated real estate solutions. Each client is entrusted with a dedicated leader and is supported by regional and global resources, leveraging the industry's most robust platform. CBRE GWS delivers consistent, measurably superior outcomes for our clients at every stage of the lifecycle, and across industries and geographies.

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