Building Engineer

Respond to temperature complaints, light bulb replacement, resetting breakers, equipment repairs, restroom repairs, ceiling tile replacement; operate mechanical equipment (i.e., chillers, pumps, cooling towers, EMS computer, fire alarm system, etc.); and perform miscellaneous maintenance (i.e., painting, door and lock repairs, etc.). Must be able to perform the physical demands of a commercial building engineer position, including walking properties, climbing stairs and ladders, working in mechanical spaces and on rooftops, lifting up to 50 pounds, and bending, kneeling, and standing for extended periods.

A well-established commercial real estate company is seeking a Building Engineer to maintain and operate building systems across a portfolio of office properties. The ideal candidate is a self-motivated, service-oriented professional with extensive experience in HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems. Working collaboratively, the successful candidate will drive efficiency by performing routine maintenance, responding to tenant service requests, and ensuring code compliance while upholding safety standards and fostering strong tenant relationships.
        
Location: Houston, TX
Type of Position: Direct Hire
Pay: Dependent on Experience

Responsibilities: 

• Responsible for building electrical, plumbing, HVAC, life safety, and mechanical maintenance of company building portfolio. Primary support will be two office buildings and one industrial building.
• Respond to building emergency calls and daily service requests submitted through the building work order system.
• Respond to temperature complaints, light bulb replacement, resetting breakers, equipment repairs, restroom repairs, ceiling tile replacement; operate mechanical equipment (i.e., chillers, pumps, cooling towers, EMS computer, fire alarm system, etc.); and perform miscellaneous maintenance (i.e., painting, door and lock repairs, etc.).
• Responsible for building maintenance stock and inventory, daily operation of building automation systems, and ensuring assigned buildings remain city/code compliant.
• Weekly on-call duties via emergency phone service and contracted monitoring stations for both burglary and fire systems.
• Obtain vendor proposals, coordinate and supervise outside contractors, tenant improvements, and capital projects while ensuring compliance with building standards and contractor requirements.
• Work with the Senior Property Manager to identify potential liability risks and obtain solutions and pricing to minimize risks.
• Maintain all required permits, inspections, and testing for each property. Ensure required inspections and testing are completed in accordance with applicable regulations.
• Assist with preparation, monitoring, and compliance of the property budget, including R&M accounts and utility consumption.
• Provide leadership and guidance for company engineers.
• Work as a team with janitorial, security, and other building engineering staff.
• Keep up good tenant relations in all office buildings.
• Review CCTV footage, security reports, and janitorial reports as needed.
• Reports to the Senior Property Manager.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 10 years of commercial building engineering experience. Low-rise/mid-rise experience preferred. 
• Current RTU/HVAC experience required. 
• Must be able to climb ladders and access rooftop equipment.
• Building Automation System (BAS) and work order system experience required. 
• Familiarity with HVAC pneumatic controls preferred.
• Must be available for after-hours emergency response, including equipment failures and severe weather events. 
• Must have a valid driver's license, automobile insurance, and a reliable personal vehicle. Must be able to travel to various buildings throughout Harris county; mileage reimbursement provided. 
• Must be able to perform the physical demands of a commercial building engineer position, including walking properties, climbing stairs and ladders, working in mechanical spaces and on rooftops, lifting up to 50 pounds, and bending, kneeling, and standing for extended periods. 
• Computer Programs/Software Used:
  • Various BAS/Security/Camera software used for remote scheduling, viewing, and operations 
  • MS365 Outlook, SharePoint, OneDrive, Word, Excel 
  • Adobe

Due to the high volume of applications we typically receive, we regret that we are not able to personally respond to all applications. However, if you are invited to take the next step in the process, you will typically be contacted within one week of submitting your application.

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