Job Description
Job Title: Chief Building Engineer Reports to: Building Property Manager Job Summary: The Chief Building Engineer will be responsible for all aspects of maintaining a high rise mixed use building. Supervise the implementation of all property and equipment preventive maintenance and repairs, monitor life safety systems, security systems and utilities and assist in the administration of the department in compliance with all corporate standards and local, state and national codes and regulations to protect assets, guests and associates. Supervise the day-to-day operations. Recommend and implement procedural changes. Monitor and control expenses. Customer service, attention to detail and a proactive approach is required. Abilities should include: HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, Painting, Carpentry, General Troubleshooting & Computer Skills. Job Duties: Oversee, coordinate and assist in the activities of the maintenance operations including but not limited to; project oversight, team leadership, repairs and replacement, scheduling, on-call responsibilities, contract and bid analysis and hands on maintenance repair. Supervise the Engineering employees; interview, schedule, train, develop, coach and counsel, provide open communications, make recommendations to performance reviews, resolve problems and recommend discipline as appropriate. Responsible for ensuring safe and efficient maintenance and operation of the physical structure(s) of the building, all mechanical, electrical, HVAC systems and any other related equipment to include work orders and preventive maintenance Recommend, implement and manage the department's budget capital expenditure plan, forecasts and objectives consistent with maintaining a first-class property and management's expectations. Review purchase requests and monitor expenses to ensure budgeted goals are met. Immediate response to emergency situations (fire, evacuations, water mitigation, equipment failures, etc.) Perform preventative maintenance duties including but not limited to: changing filters, replacing lights, ballast and switches, power outages, patching and painting, etc. Comply with all applicable codes, regulations, governmental agencies and company directives in regard to safety and building operations. Maintain and ensure proper operation of life safety/fire systems/elevators. Ability to read and interpret As-Built drawings. Attend all Association Board Meetings and other meetings as requested by Building Property Manager Participate in all required training through East West Urban Management & East West Resorts Job Specifications: Tactical Skills Skilled in all facets of general business or area of specialty. Natural instincts and insight for finding the best solution to unclear issues and problems. Reflects on vast experience to determine numerous future possibilities. Can see how the details fit into the big picture. Highly capable and resourceful problem solver. Manages the creative process within an organization to develop unique solutions. Operating Skills Effectively assigns and delegates work. Communicates directions and purpose of work resulting in associate ownership, pride, and quality. Is able to assess how associates can improve performance. Able to motivate and develop associates to their potential. Readily leads when challenges arise, formulates and communicates clear work plans. Knowledge/Skills Advanced knowledge of the Building Management/Engineering profession. This includes knowledge required for management of people and complex problems. Ability to provide information and associated services to management and HOA Board. Ability to communicate effectively both written and verbal. Potentially lifting, pushing, pulling and carrying weights up to 50 lbs. and greater, for all equipment and machinery. Frequent bending and/or kneeling throughout the day for repairs and maintenance of property, equipment and machinery. Mobility throughout the property, all floors, varying heights and distances. Use of ladders required at times. Limited driving on an occasional basis for supplies, equipment, etc. Generally within 20 miles. Knowledge Skills and Experience: Education and/or Experience High School Diploma or GED equivalent. At least 3 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Formal trade school or apprentice experience preferred. Proven ability developing and maintaining commercial properties from core/shell to complete tenant improvement buildout. Language Skills Ability to read, analyzes, and int