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Job Title

Senior Chief Engineer

Job Description Summary

Oversee service delivery for facility engineering within assigned portfolio and implement/standardize best practices
Coordinate and track career development for engineers and perform or assist in mid-year/annual performance evaluations of all engineering staff
Lead end to end project delivery for building system upgrades and rehabilitation efforts, including HVAC replacements, roofing projects, plumbing repairs, and life safety enhancements.
Manage the full construction project lifecycle-scope development, budgeting, scheduling, contract documentation, bidding, and construction oversight-ensuring alignment with building standards and regulatory requirements.
Conduct feasibility studies and cost analyses to support capital planning, long term asset strategy, and operational decision making.

Job Description

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide leadership and supervision of engineering and maintenance staff, including hiring, training, personnel development and performance review
Oversee properties totaling 500k square feet or more
Conduct and assist with inspections and surveys, including energy audits and analysis, HVAC, electrical and plumbing systems, environmental and ADA compliance
Supervise and review technical operations, surveys, energy audits and analysis, HVAC and electrical and plumbing systems, environmental compliance, ADA compliance and acquisitions, and third-party surveys
Support property management in the development and updating of preventive maintenance and engineering procedures, hazardous materials communication plans, fire safety and emergency action plans, life safety programs, quality control for domestic and process water and indoor air quality programs
Assist in the development of the property(s) operations budget. Provide operating cost estimates and comparisons in regard to service contracts, R&M estimates, utility consumption and spend, supplies, repair parts, department payroll, life safety programs and procedures, domestic water quality control, and enforcement of EPA and OSHA compliance
Assist in the development of the Capital Budget Program, as well as the short- and long-term planning and analytics
Coordinate and track career development for engineers and perform or assist in mid-year/annual performance evaluations of all engineering staff
Oversee all building systems, including fire/life safety programs, plumbing, HVAC and electrical issues; must remain current with latest HVAC technology trends as well as preventive and predictive maintenance methodology
Coordinate maintenance efforts with outside contractors, tenant finish personnel and engineers
Assist Property Management in the review and approval of construction documents. Ensure building standards are applied and adhered too accordingly
Develop specifications and assist in solicitation and administration of maintenance/repair service contracts
Assist in formulating marketing presentations/proposals, start-up processes for building acquisitions and reverse acquisitions, and the coordination of building equipment and services in support of tenant construction products
Ensure compliance with applicable codes, requisitions, government agencies, and company directives related to building operations
Support the Property or Facility Manager with rehabilitation projects such as replacement of HVAC systems, installation of new roofs, plumbing repairs and alterations to other Building Systems. Support Property or Facility Manager on all items listed below (1-10):
Prepare and present feasibility studies.
Prepare budget estimates.
Prepare schedule and manage its progress.
Prepare contract documents reflecting scope of work.
Manage the bidding process.
Prepare and expedite approval of all internal control documents
Monitor the construction process to assure compliance with contract documents.
Coordinate all work with user and Internal Support Groups.
Maintain complete project files recording progress, approvals, financial data and contracts
Perform final inspections, punch list exceptions, and expedite corrective action
KEY COMPETENCIES
1. Communication Proficiency (oral and written)
2. Interpersonal Skills
3. Organization Skills
4. Technical Proficiency
5. Leadership
IMPORTANT EDUCATION
High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
IMPORTANT EXPERIENCE
10+ years engineering experience with significant supervisory responsibility in a commercial property setting experience in the operation, installation and maintenance of building systems within depth technical understanding and knowledge of all HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire/life safety, and control systems.
ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS
Vocational/Technical training certificate
Appropriate license/permit for trade as may be required, i.e. Journeyman or Master Electrician License or City Licenses
Universal Technician for CFC's depending on market licensure requirements or any similar combination of education and experience
Knowledge and understanding of all applicable practices/techniques, laws, project controls, and environmental regulations
Familiar with Energy Management System (EMS)/programming, fire alarm systems, and Building Management Systems
Proficiency in the preparation of staff schedules, after hour assignment scheduling and coordination, preventive maintenance schedules and the ability to assess and prioritize immediate needs.
General knowledge of the property management financial reporting with primary focus on R&M expenses, Utility expenses and Capital expenses, as they pertain the department's allocated monthly and annual budget. Should possess the knowledge to clearly explain favorable and unfavorable variances the monthly and year to date R&M and Utility expenses.
Basic Computing Skills in Outlook, Excel & Word
WORK ENVIRONMENT
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. Regularly required to travel outside between properties in varying weather conditions.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may need to travel from floor to floor, climb stairs, and may be required to travel outside between buildings in varying outdoor weather conditions. The employee may also be regularly required to remain in a stationary position (sit or stand) for 85% of the time; regularly use hands to operate office machinery and regularly required to walk, talk, and hear.
OTHER DUTIES
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Cushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life, and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidate's experience and qualifications.
The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role.
The compensation for the position is: $ 127,500.00 - $150,000.00Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman & Wakefield, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or emailAccommodations@cushwake.com. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.

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