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Chief Engineer (LC)


Job Location:

McLean, MD - USA

Hourly Salary: USD 62 - 62
Posted: 7 August 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 2 January 2027
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Department:

Maintenance

Job Summary

About Us

When military bases national security agencies federal buildings healthcare facilities and leading commercial clients in Washington D.C and across the nation need superior facility support services we answer the call. We offer a unique combination of government experience and facilities expertise that has helped us earn a position as one of the countrys leading integrated service providers.

Job Summary

EMCOR Government Services has an immediate need for Chief Engineer in McLean VA. This position is covered by the CBA for Local 99.

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Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Oversee and direct a support staff of 20-25 in the maintenance and operations of a Class A commercial office complex. Duties to include scheduling of staff and job assignments; training of new and existing staff counseling appraisals and recognition interviewing and hiring of new staff process time and attendance records parts requisition and inventory control and other related duties.

Requires a good working knowledge of chiller plant operation Data Center and building automation systems to include Trane Johnson Controls and Siemens.

Must posse strong troubleshooting skills & working knowledge of blueprints drawings wiring diagrams or other equipment specifications in order to diagnose and repair HVAC plumbing and electrical systems.

Oversee and direct subcontractors in the performance of preventive maintenance and repairs. This to include Fire Alarm Generators High Voltage Switchgear BAS Elevators Storm Water Management Water Treatment UPS and Chillers.

Must have excellent verbal and writing skills along with good interpersonal and customer service skills. Must also be proficient with Lotus Notes Word Excel and Projects.

Qualifications

DC 3rd Class or equivalent Maryland First Class is preferred

CFC Universal Certification

OHAS 30hr Training preferred

High school diploma or GED

Must have 7-10 years of proven experience as a Chief Engineer in a similar environment supervising a crew of ten craftsmen or larger.

Must be able to obtain a TS/SCI Clearance

Physical Demands
  • Work requires an abundance of walking bending kneeling and must be able to lift 50lbs.
Equal Opportunity Employer
As a leading provider of mechanicaland electrical construction facilities services and energy infrastructurewe offer employess a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and sucess. Equal Oppurtunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
Affirmative Action Policy

Please review our Affirmative Action Policy.

Notice to Prospective Employees
Geographic Disclosure

Compensation Range: $62.07

Other Compensation: none

Benefits: Health and Welfare Benefits consistent with the Collective Bargaining Agreement


Required Experience:

Chief


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EMCOR Group, Inc NYSE EME is a global leader in mechanical and electrical construction services, facilities services, energy infrastructure, sustainability and green building services for businesses, organizations, hospitals, education facilities and government

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