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Chief Building Engineer

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CBRE

Chief Building Engineer

Lehi, UT

About the role

Responsible for engineering operations and directs vendors and subcontractors. Applies sophisticated skills to perform complex preventive maintenance and corrective repair of buildings, industrial systems, vehicles, equipment and grounds. Working under limited supervision, monitors building system operations and performance. Uses several trade skills such as carpentry, plumbing, electrical, painting, roofing, heating and cooling.

What you'll do

  • Follow all applicable codes, regulations, governmental agency and Company directives related to building operations and work safety.
  • Lead operations, assign work orders, and/or provide technical and procedural training of coworkers and subcontractors. Arrange for subcontractors as needed.
  • Consult with clients to schedule preventive maintenance and other downtime to minimize business interruption and inconvenience.
  • Formulate and implement a preventive maintenance program to ensure that building machinery and systems meet or exceed their rated life.
  • Monitor building systems including fire alarms, HVAC, and plumbing to ensure operation of equipment is within design capabilities and achieves environmental conditions prescribed by client.
  • Oversee and inspects the work performed by engineering staff. Determines that work is complete, equipment is fully functional, and client space is in prime working condition.
  • Respond quickly to emergency situations, summoning additional assistance as needed.
  • Complete other duties as assigned.
  • Provide informal assistance such as technical guidance, and/or training to coworkers. Coordinate and assign tasks to workers within a work unit and/or project.

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To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

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

What you'll need

  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required and at least seven years related experience and/or trade school training. Or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Universal CFC certification required.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong organizational and analytical skills. Ability to effectively present information.
  • Ability to respond effectively to sensitive issues.
  • Requires knowledge of financial terms and principles. Ability to calculate intermediate figures such as percentages, discounts, and commissions.
  • Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret complex documents.
  • Physical requirements to include stooping, standing, climbing and frequent lifting of a minimum of 50 lbs. Must have the ability to operate an EMS and CMMS system. Intermediate skills with Microsoft Office Suite. Ability to handle multiple projects and make decisions.

Why CBRE?

A culture of respect, integrity, service, and excellence crafts our approach to every opportunity! We are guided by the needs of the cities we inhabit, the communities we build and the world we thrive in.

Benefits

  • What you'll need

    • High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required and at least seven years related experience and/or trade school training. Or equivalent combination of education and experience.
    • Universal CFC certification required.
    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong organizational and analytical skills. Ability to effectively present information.
    • Ability to respond effectively to sensitive issues.
    • Requires knowledge of financial terms and principles. Ability to calculate intermediate figures such as percentages, discounts, and commissions.
    • Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret complex documents.
    • Physical requirements to include stooping, standing, climbing and frequent lifting of a minimum of 50 lbs. Must have the ability to operate an EMS and CMMS system. Intermediate skills with Microsoft Office Suite. Ability to handle multiple projects and make decisions.

    Why CBRE?

    A culture of respect, integrity, service, and excellence crafts our approach to every opportunity! We are guided by the needs of the cities we inhabit, the communities we build and the world we thrive in.

    Benefits

    • Benefits start 1st of the month: Medical, dental vision, 401k with generous match, etc.
    • Internal movement possible after 6 months in current role
    • Discretionary PTO

Disclaimers

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

Equal Employment Opportunity: CBRE is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We have 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).

NOTE: Some, but not all, of our positions may have an additional requirement to comply with COVID-19 health and safety protocols, including COVID-19 vaccination proof and/or rigorous testing. If you have questions about the requirement(s) for this position, please inform your Recruiter.

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.

Find out more

Client-provided location(s): Saratoga Springs, UT, USA; Pleasant Grove, UT, USA
Job ID: CBRE-191782
Employment Type: Full Time