Chief Engineer
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Chief EngineerJob Description Summary
Chief Engineer is responsible for the effective daily leadership of his/her staff managing the engineering program to the highest level of quality work and customer service as well as the administration of the engineering department in alignment with the management team the C&W engineering platform and client expectations. The Chief Engineer will perform at the highest of ethical standards reflecting the core values of C&W as defined in its Business Code of Conduct Policies and Procedures Manual and other related company policies. Responsible to plan implement coordinate and supervise all mechanical operations maintenance communications energy management and manpower development programs for assigned properties. The Chief Engineer may be required to perform limited hands on operational duties and is not precluded from performing Watch ActivityJob Description
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Supervise engineers and maintenance staff including hiring training personnel development etc.
Ensure performance management coaching and development of team members through established HR processes and disciplinary actions.
Participate and coordinate annual scheduling and execution of the C&W Safety Program as directed by Asset Services/GOS Engineering Leadership EH&S Administration and so forth. Responsible for 100% Compliance at his/her site.
Manage operational accounts for building including variance reporting as required and assist in development of operating and capital budgets
Utility Management such as tracking use consumption cost reporting comparison models submetering budgeting variances as directed by Management and/or Leadership.
Conduct regular inspections of building systems and equipment; identify and resolve issues.
Assist in maintenance/engineering issues as required
Recommend and implement improvements for preventive maintenance programs on an ongoing basis.
Develop implement and maintain an effective preventive and predictive maintenance program for task scheduling routines and performance. Program to include procedures for annual semiannual quarterly monthly and other scheduled maintenance as provided by the manufacturers recommendations and/or industry best practices.
Develop and maintain effective buildingspecific maintenance and safety procedure manuals and train building personnel
Coordinate development of and/or maintain an Operations Document Library including but not limited to construction plans structural plans asbuilt drawings MEP schedules line diagrams and schematics equipment and operation manuals start up and commissioning documents and equipment warranties.
Formulate and conduct buildingrelated systems and equipment training.
Coordinate maintenance efforts with outside contractors tenant finish personnel and engineers.
Oversee all building systems including fire/life safety plumbing HVAC and electrical issues; must remain current with latest HVAC technology trends.
Maintain ongoing communication with tenants clients property management and vendors
Develop specifications and assist in solicitation administration execution and performance of maintenance/ repair service contracts.
May assist in solicitation and acquisition of new management contracts
Respond to all emergency situations quickly (fire evacuation equipment failure etc.) and customer concerns
Implement and administer inventory control programs purchase parts and supplies.
Ensure compliance with applicable codes requisitions government agency and company directives as relates to building operations.
Support the Property or Facility Manager with rehabilitation projects such as replacement of HVAC systems installation of new roofs plumbing repairs and alterations to other Building Systems. Support Property or Facility Manager on all items listed below (110):
Prepare and present feasibility studies.
Prepare budget estimates.
Prepare schedule and manage its progress.
Prepare contract documents reflecting scope of work.
Manage the bidding process.
Prepare and expedite approval of all internal control documents
Monitor the construction process to assure compliance with contract documents.
Coordinate all work with user and Internal Support Groups.
Maintain complete project files recording progress approvals financial data and contracts
Perform final inspections punch list exceptions and expedite corrective action
Duties are inclusive of approximately 50% operating engineer responsibilities;
May be only maintenance staff member on duty during certain shifts; may require shift work and/or oncall or standby duties
KEY COMPETENCIES
Communication Proficiency (oral and written)
Interpersonal Skills
Organization Skills
Technical Proficiency
Leadership
IMPORTANT EDUCATION
High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
IMPORTANT EXPERIENCE
7 years of related work experience in a commercial property setting or any similar combination of education or experience in the operation installation and maintenance of building systems with in depth technical understanding and knowledge of all HVAC electrical plumbing fire/life safety and control systems.
ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS
Vocational/Technical training certificate
Appropriate license/permit for trade as may be required i.e. Journeyman or Master Electrician License or City Licenses
Universal Technician for CFCs depending on market licensure requirements
Financial knowledge necessary for reading and understanding budgets budget variances and basic reporting as required by management
Familiar with Energy Management System (EMS)/programming and fire alarm systems
Basic Computing Skills in Outlook Excel & Word
Working knowledge of all aspects of building systems and operations contractual maintenance construction and related services and local laws and building codes pertaining to building operations and safety
WORK ENVIRONMENT
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers phones photocopiers filing cabinets and fax machines. Regularly required to travel outside between properties in varying weather conditions.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Must have ability to stoop stand climb frequently lift a minimum of 50 lbs. of equipment (pumps tools ladders) and safely install rigging/lifting devices
Regularly required to crouch and reach to install/move equipment by bending forward at the waist or by bending legs and spine
Involves movement between departments floors and properties to facilitate work
Ability to speak clearly so others can understand you
Ability to read and understand information presented orally and in writing
Regularly required to utilize vision abilities allowing reading of printed material drawings and schematics
AAP/EEO STATEMENT
C&W provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race color creed religion gender age sexual orientation national origin disability veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state federal or local law. Further the company takes affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed and employees during employment are treated without regard to any of these characteristics. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.
OTHER DUTIES
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
Cushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs generally including health vision and dental insurance flexible spending accounts health savings accounts retirement savings plans life and disability insurance programs and paid and unpaid time away from work. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location date of hire total hours worked job type business line and applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement the geographic area in which the work will be performed market pay rates in that area and the candidates experience and qualifications.
The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role.
The compensation for the position is: $17.95 $67.79Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman & Wakefield please call the ADA line at or email. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.
INCO: Cushman & WakefieldRequired Experience:
Chief
Employment Type
Full-Time
