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Chief Engineer

The Donohoe Companies, Inc.
Alexandria, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/4/2025 CLOSED ON 12/22/2025

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chief Engineer position at The Donohoe Companies, Inc.?

Overview

Complete Building Services (CBS) is deeply committed to the efficient operation and maintenance of commercial and government facilities. As the largest division of The Donohoe Companies, Inc.—Washington, DC’s oldest and most respected real estate organization—CBS takes great pride in its long-standing reputation for excellence. Our success is driven by our dedicated employees, whose talent and passion have helped CBS earn multiple recognitions from the Washington Business Journal as one of the region’s “Best Places to Work.”

Perks & Benefits

CBS provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes competitive pay, medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, a flexible spending account (FSA), paid vacation, commuter benefits, and a 401(k) plan with company match. We also offer exceptional perks such as tuition reimbursement for continued education and certifications, employee discount programs (including hotels and vendor products), and an Employee Assistance Program with free access to financial consultants, therapists, and legal advisor's. At CBS, we celebrate diversity and strive to create an environment where every team member can bring their authentic self to work. Join CBS and discover how rewarding your career can be.

Responsibilities

Complete Building Services (CBS) provides operational support to more than 100 commercial properties throughout the Washington, DC metro area. We are currently seeking a Chief Engineer for a medical facility in Alexandria, VA. In this role, the Chief Engineer will collaborate closely with our client and maintenance team to ensure optimal building performance and efficiency.

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 6:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m., with occasional after-hours support for projects as needed.

Compensation: $45 per hour.

Your day to day will vary and your duties could include:

  • Providing Quality Control services for the work of subordinates and subcontractors to ensure maximum efficiency, economy, and quality of work performed
  • Assist with competitive process, develop statement of work construction documents, obtain bids/proposals/cost estimates for TWO's (Tenant Work Order's) and construction projects
  • Oversight of diagnostic and repairs on building systems
  • Oversight of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and life safety system repairs
  • Preparing work schedules
  • Maintaining records and prepare required reports
  • Coordinating and schedule maintenance and repair work on a daily basis
  • Manage some on-site subcontractors supporting projects
  • Preparing and issuing solicitations for the subcontractors as necessary

Qualifications

The Chief Engineer shall possess the following minimum qualifications:

  • Strong building operations knowledge-heat-pumps/hot water boilers/pumps/generator/vav boxes
  • Demonstrate expert working knowledge-mechanical/electrical/life safety/plumbing
  • Quality Control/Inspect completed work
  • Ability to plan, organize and meet deadlines
  • Ability to work on several projects simultaneously and prioritize work, as required
  • Proficiency with word processing, spreadsheet and project tracking software
  • Ability to read, review and understand blueprints
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

EOE, including disability/veterans

Salary : $45

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