Director of Engineering (Commercial)

The Director of Engineering will manage and oversee engineering operations for existing assets, new development, and acquisition projects in the firm’s portfolio in conjunction with related NexVest Property Managers, Senior Chief Engineers, Director of Security and Controller. The role will report to the Managing Director, working on all needs and expectations of company engineering projects, budgets, and monthly reporting. Collaborates as necessary with peers and supervisor. In addition to leading a team of engineers, this position will be actively involved the development projects of NVRA, initially Cityplace Tower and EDS Campus.

Company

NexVest Realty Advisors, LLC (‘NexVest”) offers a complete range of property management services to improve the performance and efficiency of our commercial properties. NexVest is committed to supporting the investment and ownership objectives of affiliates and investors.

• Overall responsibility for the operations, maintenance and modifications of all building mechanical, electrical, plumbing systems, fire protection, roofs and facades.
• Oversee operations and reporting of any third-party engineering firms reporting to NexVest.
• Supervise the Capital Expense process to include activities such as developing an on-going five-year plan, assisting in the determination of need and providing oversight of carrying out the plan related to building systems and infrastructure.
• Perform preliminary feasibility analysis for proposed capital projects.
• Develop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive training program related to building systems for the property management and engineering staff.
• Provide supplemental supervision, direction and assistance to all levels of building engineering staff.
• Develop outline specifications and recommendations for capital projects that involve mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems.
• Manage all Chemical Treatment Processes and recommend changes and/or corrective actions. Oversee cooling towers together with Sr Chief Engineers.
• Perform new and existing building plan and specification review including tenant improvement projects and conduct on-site inspections of projects.
• Provide engineering review of proposed improvements to regional properties and advise senior management of recommendations.
• Coordinate all Building Automation System operations including: new systems, upgrades and service agreements.
• Provide interface and serve as a point of contact for leasing efforts regarding technical matters relating to lease accommodations at new and existing properties.
• Provide oversight of the preventative maintenance, loss control and service call programs.
• Participate in the review of existing facilities and the due diligence review of planned acquisitions.
• Coordinate energy compliance and conservation, develop and coordinate discount purchasing programs related to building mechanical and plant operations.
• Assist in the development of engineering staff to include performance management and ongoing professional development opportunities in collaboration with Senior Chief Engineers.
• Participate in the solicitation of bid proposals concerning Fire Alarm, Emergency Power Systems, HVAC, Elevators, Plumbing Systems and general building infrastructure.
• Maintain and refine a documented preventative maintenance and service call program for all building systems.
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures for the engineering teams and take steps to assure quality and efficiency of performance.
• Oversee code compliance of building equipment/systems including but not limited to OSHA, Fire Alarm, Emergency Power Systems, HVAC, Elevators, Plumbing Systems and general building infrastructure.
• Oversee compliance with all local laws, in conjunction with the Director of Security Assist in the development, update and implement building emergency/contingency plans and coordinate the participation of engineering personnel.
• Suggest and oversee implementation of required Safety Programs.
• Manage the regions’ participation in corporate sustainability programs, including green power procurement, renewable energy credits and GRESB submittals.
• Have a working knowledge of NFPA codes, specifically NFPA 13(sprinklers) and 25(standpipes).
• Ability to manage and direct outside engineering consultants.

Additional Responsibilities

• Represent NexVest as an active member of the Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA), and other organizations as appropriate.
• Actively participate in assigned company-wide task force initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering, with commercial real estate experience
• A minimum of 10-15 years of progressively responsible facilities engineering experience required in a first-class commercial office environment.
• Demonstrated knowledge of national/local codes and regulations required.
• Knowledgeable in ADA and OSHA requirements for training and general industry.

Skills & Abilities

• Strong leadership skills.
• Demonstrated ability to respond to a variety of multiple tasks/situations with both creativity and resourcefulness.
• Strong communications and organizational skills. Ability to prepare and facilitate presentations.
• Ability to work independently as well as an effective team member or leader.
• Ability to organize, set priorities and motivate others.
• Proven customer service skills.
• Proven problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with computers and related business software, database and spreadsheet packages to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• LEED qualifications desired.

Physical Requirements

• Involves physical work as well as office work.
• Vision ability must allow the reading of printed materials, and construction drawings.
• May be required to stoop, crouch, kneel, crawl, balance, climb stairs and/or ladders, work at heights and in environments with wide ambient and conditioned temperature ranges both while working outside and inside.
• Travel between buildings is required.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, and requirements.