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The Vice President of Engineering is responsible for all engineering operations of premium office, Life-Science, and mix-used properties in San Diego, Greater Los Angeles, San Francisco, Pacific Northwest, and Austin, Texas approximating 17 million rentable square feet. Maintain current knowledge of emerging technology and energy conservation innovations, existing, pending and newly enacted regulations or laws impacting our building systems. This position supervises all engineering operations and mechanical maintenance throughout the portfolio within the jurisdiction of the Engineering Department.

• Working knowledge of the operation and maintenance of Class A office buildings, Life Science buildings and specialized facilities, including the following systems: Mechanical, Plumbing and Electrical, Fire Life Safety, waterproofing, curtain walls, energy monitoring systems and building
• Extensive, practical, and on-the-job employment of similar facilities and portfolio scale, with a minimum of fifteen (15) years’ Background in Class A office, life-sciences and/or laboratory facility management, and sustainability initiatives and implementation.
• Travel will be

To provide strategic oversight of engineering operations, including preventative and corrective maintenance operations, capital planning and project execution, environmental and energy performance, and overall operational readiness. The role ensures all properties operate at the highest standards of efficiency, safety, and tenant experience.

The VP of Engineering will work in close partnership with Asset Management, Property Management, Design, Construction, Development, Investment, and Sustainability teams, as well as executive leadership to ensure operations, financial, safety, sustainability, and customer service objectives are met.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Oversees the portfolio’s engineering staff, including Kilroy Realty Corporation(“Kilroy”) employees, third party contract employees, and all related personnel
• Act as primary Kilroy contact with Kilroy’s third-party contracted engineering services provider(s) (Contractor(s)). Work with Contractor(s) to ensure compliance with all areas of service contract, ensure proper training for all engineers throughout our portfolio and consistency at all
• Participate in monthly meetings with Regional Chief Engineers and Engineering
• Coordinate and attend in-person Engineering meetings in each region throughout the
• Coordinate industry-related trainings with Contractor’s Engineering Managers for Engineering
• Organize annual Chief Engineer and Asset Manager Conference, together with Head of Property Management.
• Work with Contractor, Regional Chief Engineers and Kilroy Managers to hire contract Chief Engineers and address personnel issues within the Engineering
• Ensure compliance with Kilroy governance documents, including all Kilroy policies and procedures applicable to contracted
• Monitor and manage Engineering overtime across the
• Act as a liaison with all local unions across the portfolio (i.e. Greater Los Angeles Local 501, San Francisco Local 39, etc).
• Assist Asset Management and Construction on building related issues, capital projects, and significant tenant improvements as
• Work closely with SVP Sustainability and Regional Chief Engineers to identify and implement sustainability projects to improve the energy and water efficiency and indoor air quality of our buildings. Monitor and track pilot projects for effectiveness and consideration for further
• Act as liaison with each region’s various utility
• Assist with review, negotiation and management of various third-party service contracts across the Kilroy portfolio to ensure continuity and compliance, including but not limited to:
  • Elevator maintenance
  • HVAC maintenance
  • Fire/Life Safety
• Recommend and help implement operational cost saving measures and continually seek out areas of
• Ensure Arc-Flash compliance for all
• Ensure effective use of Gridium interval utility data across all regions; engage regularly with Gridium team on building energy performance.
• Review MEP design for development projects, review and approve system installations and ensure proper commissioning of new
• Review and approve documents related to building operations, maintenance and management via DocuSign.
• Work with management/construction teams regarding building issues as required.
• Ensure water leak detection systems are in place and Review effectiveness of program and recommend solutions as necessary.
• Ensure implementation of treatment and monitoring programs for buildings with elevated levels of Stay abreast of latest research and treatment methods for MIC.
• Collaborate with Asset Management and Asset Manager of Residential to periodically review building systems and maintenance records for multi-family products and assist third-party Director of Facilities with capital plans.
• Establish, maintain and improve upon engineering operating standards and policies based on best practices across the
• Work with Regional Chief Engineers and Asset Management to ensure building and tenant submetering systems are in place and operating, where Review effectiveness of submetering processes and/or systems and recommend solutions/improvements as necessary.
• Perform other tasks as

Acquisition / Disposition:

• Assist with physical inspections on all acquisitions/dispositions.
• Lead building inspections for Disposition and Acquisition due diligence; PCA’s/PML’s MIC testing, etc.
• Assist with review of relevant documentation, construction drawings, specifications as requested by Acquisitions team.

Technology:

• Attend industry-related conferences throughout the year and keep informed of new technologies in Building Automation Systems and recommend upgrades and improvements as
• Work with IT to ensure all building systems are appropriately secured from
• Work with Operational Technology team on investigation and implementation of hardware and software devices throughout the
• Monitor and ensure compliance with Visitt tenant work order system. Keep up to date on the state of the market in building automation systems and implement upgrades and new systems where

Yearly:

• Work with Sustainability team, Asset Management, and Chief Engineers to ensure compliance with benchmarking ordinances, Building Performance Standards, and other external reporting and disclosure rules related to building energy use.
• Ensure compliance with ASHRAE 188 Legionella risk assessment and ensure teams are strictly adhering to water management plans and air quality
• Participate in annual building inspections with Asset Managers and Chief Engineers and ensure inspections are completed and
• Assist with development of 5yr Capital Expenditure look-ahead reports in each Assist Engineering and Management teams with obtaining and vetting bids for large capital projects, and act as liaison for Engineering for implementation of major capital improvements.
• Work with Property and Asset Managers to determine engineer’s bonuses and ensure payment to Contractor’s Engineers is consistent with Kilroy bonus

Other:

• Work with Kilroy Legal Team on Kilroy Compliance Database related to permits and CERS
• Other duties as

What we offer
At Kilroy, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within the role. The base pay range for this role is between $$230,000 and $280,000 and your base pay will depend on your skills, experience and training, knowledge, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. This role is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus as well.

Our comprehensive group health benefits program is built around your total health and provides employees and their families with care and coverage designed to help you thrive. Our health and wellness program offerings include medical, dental, vision, with FSA, HSA options, Group Life & Disability, LTD coverage and much more. Ancillary programs include a retirement savings plan with a competitive employer match, employee support programs like our parental leave coaching program, wellness, and commuter benefits, just to name a few. We invite you to visit our website at www.kilroyrealty.com to learn more.

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