About the role Join CBRE as a Senior Building Engineer, where your expertise in HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems keeps our facilities running smoothly. You'll perform advanced ...
About the role Join CBRE as a Senior Building Engineer, where your expertise in HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems keeps our facilities running smoothly. You'll perform advanced ...
Sr Building Engineer
Irvine, CA · On-site
About the role Join CBRE as a Senior Building Engineer, where your expertise in HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems keeps our facilities running smoothly. You'll perform advanced ...
Sr Building Engineer
Irvine, CA · On-site
About the role Join CBRE as a Senior Building Engineer, where your expertise in HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems keeps our facilities running smoothly. You'll perform advanced ...
Sr Building Engineer
Irvine, CA · On-site
About the role Join CBRE as a Senior Building Engineer, where your expertise in HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems keeps our facilities running smoothly. You'll perform advanced ...
Sr Building Engineer
Irvine, CA · On-site
About the role Join CBRE as a Senior Building Engineer, where your expertise in HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems keeps our facilities running smoothly. You'll perform advanced ...
Sr. Building Engineer
Salt Lake City, UT · On-site
About the role Join CBRE as a Senior Building Engineer at facility where your expertise in HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems keeps our facilities running efficiently. You'll perform ...
Sr. Building Engineer
Salt Lake City, UT · On-site
About the role Join CBRE as a Senior Building Engineer at facility where your expertise in HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems keeps our facilities running efficiently. You'll perform ...
Building Engineer - 300 Main
San Antonio, TX · On-site
The Building Engineer will work closely with the Senior Building Engineer to ensure that resident service requests are handled promptly and professionally, preventative maintenance programs are ...
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Building Engineer - 300 Main
San Antonio, TX · On-site
The Building Engineer will work closely with the Senior Building Engineer to ensure that resident service requests are handled promptly and professionally, preventative maintenance programs are ...
Building Engineer - 300 Main
San Antonio, TX · On-site
$36 - $38.40/hr
The Building Engineer will work closely with the Senior Building Engineer to ensure that resident service requests are handled promptly and professionally, preventative maintenance programs are ...
Building Engineer - 300 Main
San Antonio, TX · On-site
$36 - $38.40/hr
The Building Engineer will work closely with the Senior Building Engineer to ensure that resident service requests are handled promptly and professionally, preventative maintenance programs are ...
Senior Building Engineer
Santa Rosa, CA · On-site
$114K - $156K/yr
About the Role Join CBRE as a Senior Building Engineer supporting a clients intellectual center sitting on 195 acres amongst rolling hills in Santa Rosa where your expertise in HVAC, electrical ...
Senior Building Engineer
Santa Rosa, CA · On-site
$114K - $156K/yr
About the Role Join CBRE as a Senior Building Engineer supporting a clients intellectual center sitting on 195 acres amongst rolling hills in Santa Rosa where your expertise in HVAC, electrical ...
Building Engineer - Nove at Knox
Dallas, TX · On-site
The Building Engineer will work closely with the Senior Building Engineer to ensure that resident service requests are handled promptly and professionally, preventative maintenance programs are ...
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Building Engineer - Nove at Knox
Dallas, TX · On-site
The Building Engineer will work closely with the Senior Building Engineer to ensure that resident service requests are handled promptly and professionally, preventative maintenance programs are ...
Building Engineer - Nove at Knox
Dallas, TX · On-site
$35 - $37/hr
The Building Engineer will work closely with the Senior Building Engineer to ensure that resident service requests are handled promptly and professionally, preventative maintenance programs are ...
Building Engineer - Nove at Knox
Dallas, TX · On-site
$35 - $37/hr
The Building Engineer will work closely with the Senior Building Engineer to ensure that resident service requests are handled promptly and professionally, preventative maintenance programs are ...
The Building Engineer will work closely with the Senior Building Engineer to ensure that resident service requests are handled promptly and professionally, preventative maintenance programs are ...
Quick apply
The Building Engineer will work closely with the Senior Building Engineer to ensure that resident service requests are handled promptly and professionally, preventative maintenance programs are ...
The Building Engineer will work closely with the Senior Building Engineer to ensure that resident service requests are handled promptly and professionally, preventative maintenance programs are ...
The Building Engineer will work closely with the Senior Building Engineer to ensure that resident service requests are handled promptly and professionally, preventative maintenance programs are ...
Sr. Building Engineer
Richardson, TX · On-site
Maintains the professional appearances of the property, equipment, engineering spaces, and common areas. * Maintains the building lighting system, including element and ballast repairs or ...
Sr. Building Engineer
Richardson, TX · On-site
Maintains the professional appearances of the property, equipment, engineering spaces, and common areas. * Maintains the building lighting system, including element and ballast repairs or ...
Senior Building Engineer
Burnsville, MN · On-site
$107K - $147K/yr
Senior Building Engineer Burnsville, MN Remedy is an independent, full-service healthcare real estate company providing acquisition, development, leasing, management, and strategy consulting services ...
Senior Building Engineer
Burnsville, MN · On-site
$107K - $147K/yr
Senior Building Engineer Burnsville, MN Remedy is an independent, full-service healthcare real estate company providing acquisition, development, leasing, management, and strategy consulting services ...
Sr Building Engineer (Frisco, Tx)
Dallas, TX · On-site
As a CBRE Sr. Building Engineer, you will ensure the optimal performance and operational efficiency of building systems of a critical hospital facility in Frisco, TX. This role requires a hands-on ...
Sr Building Engineer (Frisco, Tx)
Dallas, TX · On-site
As a CBRE Sr. Building Engineer, you will ensure the optimal performance and operational efficiency of building systems of a critical hospital facility in Frisco, TX. This role requires a hands-on ...
Sr. Building Engineer
Seattle, WA · On-site
$43 - $60/hr
summary Under the supervision of the Chief Engineer or his delegate the Senior Engineer (hereafter ... Supervise the coordination of building inventories including all critical parts, supplies, and ...
Sr. Building Engineer
Seattle, WA · On-site
$43 - $60/hr
summary Under the supervision of the Chief Engineer or his delegate the Senior Engineer (hereafter ... Supervise the coordination of building inventories including all critical parts, supplies, and ...
Senior Building Engineer (Nvidia)
Santa Clara, CA · On-site
$77/hr
About the Role Join CBRE as a Senior Building Engineer supporting the headquarters of Nvidia in Santa Clara , where your expertise in HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems keeps our ...
Senior Building Engineer (Nvidia)
Santa Clara, CA · On-site
$77/hr
About the Role Join CBRE as a Senior Building Engineer supporting the headquarters of Nvidia in Santa Clara , where your expertise in HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems keeps our ...
Senior Building Engineer
$99K - $137K/yr
As a Senior Building Engineer with Hines, you will maintain basic operation and maintenance of all building equipment and systems by routinely reviewing operating conditions and established programs ...
Senior Building Engineer
$99K - $137K/yr
As a Senior Building Engineer with Hines, you will maintain basic operation and maintenance of all building equipment and systems by routinely reviewing operating conditions and established programs ...
The Building Engineer will work closely with the Senior Building Engineer to ensure that resident service requests are handled promptly and professionally, preventative maintenance programs are ...
Quick apply
The Building Engineer will work closely with the Senior Building Engineer to ensure that resident service requests are handled promptly and professionally, preventative maintenance programs are ...
Building Engineer (Lease-Up) - Dallas, Texas - Knox Henderson Area
Dallas, TX · On-site
$55 - $57/hr
The Building Engineer will work closely with the Senior Building Engineer to ensure that resident service requests are handled promptly and professionally, preventative maintenance programs are ...
Building Engineer (Lease-Up) - Dallas, Texas - Knox Henderson Area
Dallas, TX · On-site
$55 - $57/hr
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Sr. Building Engineer
Middletown, DE · On-site
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 ...
Sr. Building Engineer
Middletown, DE · On-site
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 ...
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| Aspect | Senior Building Engineer | Building Maintenance Supervisor |
|---|---|---|
| Certifications | LEED, HVAC, Electrical licenses | OSHA, HVAC, Electrical certifications |
| Work Environment | Commercial, industrial, institutional buildings | Facilities, maintenance departments |
| Responsibilities | Oversees building systems, troubleshooting, project management | Supervises maintenance staff, schedules repairs |
| Industry Usage | Design, engineering, facilities management | Property management, building operations |
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Sr Building Engineer
On-site
Other
Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO
Posted 9 days ago
Key responsibilities
Operate, maintain, monitor, and perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on building equipment such as HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire detection, lighting, and building management systems.
Inspect building systems including fire alarms, HVAC, plumbing, and electrical, and oversee work performed by outside contractors.
Perform specialized tasks such as carpentry, electrical, painting, roofing, HVAC, welding, furniture assembly/relocation, and locksmith tasks.
Job description
Join CBRE as a Senior Building Engineer, where your expertise in HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems keeps our facilities running smoothly. You’ll perform advanced maintenance and repairs, monitor building operations, and apply specialized knowledge unique to the site—all with the autonomy to make a real impact.
What you’ll do- Follow all applicable codes, regulations, governmental agency and Company directives related to building operations and work safety.
- Operate, maintain, monitor, and perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on building equipment, which may include: mechanical/HVAC/plumbing systems, electrical/cabling, fire detection and suppression, life safety, lighting, temperature control systems, building management systems, and digital systems.
- Maintain the professional appearances of the property, equipment, engineering spaces, and common areas.
- Maintain the building lighting system, including element and ballast repairs or replacements.
- Prepare estimates detailing the amount of time and materials needed for completing tasks. Maintain adequate supplies and tools and orders necessary materials 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.
- Oversee and inspect the work performed by outside contractors. Contracted work may include landscaping, snow removal, remodeling, HVAC, plumbing, and cleaning.
- Perform work in compliance with standard operating procedures and/or critical work packages, and maintenance work instructions.
- Perform specialized and complex tasks such as carpentry, electrical, painting, roofing, HVAC, welding, furniture assembly/relocation and locksmith tasks. Perform inspection of building systems including fire alarms, HVAC, plumbing and electrical.
- Use pc and/or pda for work order system, email, ESS and training. Respond to emergency situations and customer concerns.
- No formal supervisory responsibilities in this position. Provides informal assistance such as technical guidance, and/or training to coworkers. Coordinates and assigns tasks to co-workers within a work unit and/or project.
- 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.
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and eight years experience in electrical systems, refrigeration and/or HVAC. Or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Universal CFC certification required. 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.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong organizational and analytical skills. Ability to provide efficient, timely, reliable and courteous service to customers. Ability to effectively present information.
- Requires knowledge of financial terms and principles and to understand operating budgets. Ability to calculate intermediate figures such as percentages, discounts, and/or commissions. Conducts basic financial analysis.
- Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret documents. Ability to solve problems involving several options in situations. Requires intermediate analytical and quantitative skills.
- Use personal computer and / or PDA for work order system, email, ESS and training. Basic skills with Microsoft Office Outlook. Physical requirements include stooping, standing, walking, climbing stairs / ladders and ability to lift / carry heavy loads of 50 lbs. or more.
- Decisions made with thorough knowledge of procedures and company policies to achieve set results. Responsible for setting own project deadlines. Errors in judgment may cause short-term impact to co-workers and supervisor.
We are guided by the needs of the cities we inhabit, the communities we build and the world we thrive in!
- Benefits start 1st of the month: Medical, dental, vision, 401k, paid time off, holiday pay, and more
- Company vehicle, gas card, phone, laptop, uniform and tools.
- Work/Life balance: 40-45 hours a week
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future
Applicant AI Use DisclosureWe value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills, and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process.
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