Chief Building Engineer – South Florida
A South Florida-based real estate firm is looking for an experienced Chief Building Engineer to oversee the day-to-day operations of one of their commercial office properties. This hands-on leadership role is responsible for ensuring optimal building performance, life-safety compliance, tenant satisfaction, and the management of on-site engineering staff.
Compensation: $110,000–$115,000 plus bonus!
Key Responsibilities:
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Manage and schedule the on-site engineering and facilities team to ensure smooth building operations.
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Take full responsibility for all building systems, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, controls, and critical infrastructure.
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Oversee fire and life-safety systems, ensuring compliance with all regulations.
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Conduct and supervise preventative maintenance and emergency repairs.
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Monitor, maintain, and repair air conditioning systems, pumps, valves, piping, and building controls.
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Respond to building incidents, assess root causes, and implement corrective actions.
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Evaluate service requests and coordinate work with external vendors and contractors.
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Recruit, train, and conduct performance evaluations for engineering staff.
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Regularly inspect tenant areas and common spaces to maintain Class-A standards.
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Manage tenant improvement projects and building upgrades, including contractor oversight and competitive bidding.
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Ensure all operations comply with Department of Buildings and municipal regulations.
Qualifications:
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10+ years of experience in commercial office or property management environments.
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Demonstrated experience as a Chief Building Engineer or senior engineering leader.
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Deep understanding of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and building automation systems.
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Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
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Proficiency in designing, operating, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing building systems.
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Construction knowledge to support building and tenant improvement projects.
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Bachelor’s degree preferred.
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HVAC, ASME, EPA, or related certifications highly desired.
For immediate consideration, please email your resume to Ellie Boyd at [email protected].
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