Chief Engineer

Commercial Chief Building Engineer

Location: Corpus Christi, TX 78401

Pay: Up to $85,000

Portfolio: 360,000 SF Class A Office

**Must have 7 years of Commercial Real Estate experience in Class A Office Building Maintenance, No exceptions*

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POSITION SUMMA

RYThe Chief Engineer is responsible for the efficient operation of all building systems (HVAC operations, mechanical, electrical systems, drainage and plumbing, elevators/escalators and security/fire/life safety), general and preventative maintenance, tenant services, utility tracking and vendor oversight. The Chief Engineer is also responsible for the selection, training and supervision of a high-performing, service oriented engineering tea

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POSITION ESSENTIAL FUNCTI

• ONSSupervise engineers and maintenance staff including hiring, training, performance assessments, personnel development, e
• tc.Review the daily work order and assigns tasks, as necessary. Monitor repeat problems and make corrective suggestio
• ns.Work with Regional Director of Engineering to implement corporate/regional goals for engineeri
• ng.Oversee and inspect the work performed by engineering staff. Determine that work is complete, equipment is fully functional and client space is in prime working conditi
• on.Ensure compliance with applicable codes, requisitions, government agency, and company directives as relates to building operatio
• ns.May assist with new business development and acquisition of new management contracts.  Formulate and implement a preventive maintenance program to ensure that building machinery and systems meet or exceed their rated li
• fe.Perform assigned repairs, emergency, and preventive maintenance. Complete maintenance and repair records as requir
• ed.Inspect building systems including fire alarms, HVAC, and plumbing to ensure operation of equipment is within design capabilities and achieves environmental conditions prescribed by clie
• nt.Review assigned work orders. Estimate time and materials needed to complete repair. Maintain inventory of adequate supplies and tools and order necessary materials to complete all tas
• ks.Consult with clients to schedule preventive maintenance and other downtime to minimize business interruption and inconvenien
• ce.Respond quickly to emergency situations, summoning additional assistance as need
• ed.Manage the energy management program to ensure measures are taken to operate all systems in the most efficient manner to keep operating costs at a minim
• um.Proactively communicate with tenants, clients, property management, and vendo

rs.Perform other duties as assign

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POSITION REQUIREM

ENTSEducat

• ion:Trade school trained and a minimum of 10 years of experience in building operations experience or equivalent combination of education and experie

nce.
Experi

• ence:A minimum of 7 years building maintenance experience in a commercial property including supervisory experi

ence.
Technical S

• kills:Appropriate license/permit for trade as may be required, i.e. Journeyman or Master Electrician License or City Licenses, such as Refrigeration Certificate of Fitness, High Pressure Boiler License, High Pressure Steam Operator,
• etc.)Experience in operation, maintenance and basic repair of HVAC, boilers, heaters, pumps, refrigerant systems, compressors, water systems
• , etc.Familiar with Energy Management System (EMS)/programming, and fire alarm systems, Building Management S
• ystemsKnowledgeable in energy management systems, techniques, and opera
• tions.Thorough knowledge in all building systems operations, maintenance and r
• epair.Basic skills with Microsoft Office Outlook, Word and Excel. Personal S
• kills:Must have a thorough understanding of HVAC, electrical and building automation sy
• stems.Ability to understand and give general instructions in standard situa
• tions.Must effectively present inform
• ation.Strong organizational and analytical s
• kills.Strong customer service orient
• ation.May require shift work, overtime and/or on call d

uties.
Physical

• Skills:Stooping, standing, climbing and frequent lifting of a minimum of 50 lbs. of equipment (pump, tools, ladders) and ability to safely install rigging/lifting
• device.Lift and carry objects of up to 50 pounds for distances of up to 3
• 0 feet.May be required to work extended periods of time without relief when responding to priority/emergency situations (including overtime type assign
• ments).Climb ladders and