Senior Building Engineer Denver

About Us

Urban Villages Inc. is a mission-driven real estate development and management company committed to creating sustainable and impactful properties. We believe in harmonizing planet with profit and delivering remarkable outcomes through innovative solutions. Our team thrives on being problem solvers and innovators demanding rigor in all we do to deliver significant impact. As we continue to grow we are looking for passionate individuals who share our commitment to these core principles.

Position Overview

We are seeking a Senior Building Engineer with great interpersonal skills experience maintaining a variety of commercial building types and a disciplined attention to detail to join our Denver team. The ideal candidate will have experience working in downtown Denver with industry knowledge and professional contacts specific to this market. The Senior Building Engineer is responsible for supporting engineering and maintenance operations across the portfolio of Denver based commercial and retail properties. This role leads the engineering team to ensure the safe efficient and compliant operation of all building systems including HVAC electrical plumbing life safety and energy management and supporting both tenant and vendor relationships. This position reports to the Director of Facilities and works closely with the Property Management team.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead maintenance and repairs of facilities equipment and buildings with skilled electrical plumbing painting heating and air conditioning and mechanical work
• Ensure uninterrupted operation of HVAC electrical plumbing fire/life safety elevators and building automation systems
• Implement and oversee preventive maintenance schedules for all relevant systems and equipment
• Lead inspection and adjustments of the heating ventilation and air conditioning equipment including boilers water pumps chiller air conditioning units exhaust fans air filters compressors and cooling towers
• Repair & replace plumbing fixtures including sinks toilets faucets pipes copper & PVC
• Perform carpentry work including the construction installation remodeling and repairing of cabinets partitions walls windows doors and other carpentry work
• Lead facilities inspections to identify building maintenance needs and safety issues
• Oversee the installation maintenance and repair of floor coverings such as carpet tile and wood
• Support facilities team in managing fire/life safety programs emergency response readiness and inspections
• Lead grounds maintenance activities including sidewalk pressure washing
• Lead the repair and maintenance of electrical lighting systems and fixtures such as changing ballast transformers and bulbs
• Operate building automation systems such as Metasys & Tracer and MRI Angus work order management system
• Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement in the engineering team and provide training mentorship and performance evaluations
• Lead the completion of all repair and maintenance records and logs
• Collaborate with Director of Facilities Property Managers and other stakeholders in vendor management and construction management
• Collaborate with Director of Facilities Property Managers and other stakeholders to prioritize and align project goals with business objectives
• Facilitate communication and coordination between different teams to ensure seamless integration and execution of projects
• Work closely with property managers to support tenant requests and buildouts

• 5 years of experience in building engineering operations with a minimum of 2 years of experience in management or supervisory role

• Experience with a mixed-use and/or commercial office portfolio highly preferred
• High school diploma or GED required as well as relevant technical certifications (see recommended list below)
• Operation and maintenance of a variety of mechanical tools and small machinery such as power saws power sanders drills air compressors sewer augers and hand tools
• Good oral and written communications and customer service skills with respect to colleagues supervisors vendors contractors tenants and others
• Good attention to detail and organization and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Proficient use of PCs Macs and standard digital productivity tools (e.g. Office365)
• Ability to lift carry and/or move materials or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds; job duties may also require work to be performed from ladders rooftops or mechanical lifts.
• Able to read interpret and understand diagrams and blueprints
• Ability to work evenings weekends and holidays as part of a rotating emergency contact schedule
• Absolute discreteness in receiving and handling sensitive information
• Valid Colorado drivers license and insurability under the companys insurance policy

Certifications

These are preferred certifications for this position.

• EPA Universal Refrigerant Certification
• Fire/Life Safety certifications
• Electrical License
• BOC or BOMI
• Certified Energy Manager
• LEED or other sustainability credentials

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation for this role will be in the range of $00. The role is also eligible for an annual bonus based on performance. Benefits will include the following:

• Medical dental vision life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• 401k retirement plan
• Paid holidays
• Flexible time off

Application Process

Candidates should an email to with Senior Building Engineer Denver in the subject line and include an up-to-date resume and cover letter. Qualified candidates will be contacted directly.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Denver-based Urban Villages is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability status protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Required Experience:

Senior IC