Job Information
CBRE Chief Building Engineer (Supervisor) in Walnut Creek, California
Chief Building Engineer (Supervisor)
Job ID
187060
Posted
01-Oct-2024
Service line
GWS Segment
Role type
Full-time
Areas of Interest
Engineering/Maintenance
Location(s)
Dublin - California - United States of America, San Francisco - California - United States of America, San Jose - California - United States of America, San Mateo - California - United States of America, Tracy - California - United States of America, Walnut Creek - California - United States of America
ABOUT THE ROLE
As a CBRE Chief Building Engineer Supervisor, you will supervise the team responsible for planning, coordinating, and managing ongoing maintenance and repair operations for a facility, a campus, or a portfolio of buildings.
This job is part of the Engineering and Technical Services job function and is responsible for providing support, preventive maintenance, and repairs on equipment and systems.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Track the training and development of staff.
Conduct performance evaluations and provide coaching opportunities.
Oversee the recruiting and hiring of new employees.
Coordinate and manage the team's daily activities.
Establish work schedules, assign tasks, and cross-train staff.
Set and track staff and department deadlines.
Mentor and coach as needed.
Develop, implement, and communicate preventive maintenance programs and safety procedure manuals.
Ensure that the mechanics and technicians have the proper information and materials about assignments to complete work activities in a high-quality and timely fashion.
Develop material and labor cost estimates for work orders, preventative maintenance activities, systems, and construction projects.
Establish and maintain budgets for facilities maintenance.
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 discipline and in-depth knowledge of other job disciplines within the organization function.
Coach others to develop in-depth knowledge and expertise in most or all areas within the function.
Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values.
Anticipates potential objections and persuades others, often at senior levels and of divergent interest, to adopt 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.
Communicate difficult and complex ideas with the ability to influence.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
To perform this job successfully, an individual should be able to perform each duty satisfactorily.
Manage rehabilitation and development programs/projects such as the replacement of HVAC systems, installation of new roofs, plumbing repairs and alterations to other Building Systems.
Responsible to plan, implement, coordinate, and supervise all of the following:
HVAC, Electrical, Mechanical and related Engineering operations
Project/Tracking/Budget
Job Safety Planning
Engineers and Maintenance staff
WHAT YOU'LL NEED
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.
High School Diploma, GED, or trade school diploma; a combination of experience and education will be considered.
8 years of experience as a Chief, Senior Building Engineer or job-related experience
Prior shift manager or supervisory experience preferred.
Leadership & Training experience
Multi-trade experience
Clean Room environment is a plus
Life Science background is a plus
CERTIFICATES and/or LICENSES
Additional certification in one or more of the following is plus: 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.
OTHER SKILLS and/or ABILITIES
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.
Understanding of existing procedures and standards to solve slightly complex problems.
Ability to analyze possible solutions using technical experience to apply appropriate judgment and precedents.
Strong organizational skills with an inquisitive mindset.
In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
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 following your hire date: Medical, dental, vision, 401k, etc.
First year of employment - 15 Days of PTO. Year 1 - 4 of employment 20 days of PTO!
Internal advancement available after 6 month mark
Competitive Pay
CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate’s education, training and experience. The salary range is $55 - $58 per hour. The compensation offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate’s skills, qualifications and experience. This role will provide the following benefits: 401(K), Dental insurance, Health insurance, Life insurance, and Vision insurance.
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, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer (Women/Minorities/Persons with Disabilities/US Veterans)