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Chief Building Engineer

ABM Industries

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 30+ days ago
  • Full-time

Highlights

This critical leadership position will work closely with on site Manager, Site & Services, Studio Management but ultimately responsible for the oversight of overall mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) operations, maintenance, and coordinating along with the internal teams responsible for capital improvement planning of all facilities, infrastructure, and construction programs and projects across the site. The ideal candidate possesses a deep technical background in building systems engineering, a proven track record in project and program management within a complex operational environment, and exceptional leadership and communication skills.

Numbers & Facts

LocationAlbuquerque, NM
Job TypeFull-time
IndustryBusiness Services - Other
Company Size10,000 employees or more
Year Founded1909
Websitehttp://www.abm.com/

Description

We are seeking a highly experienced and motivated individual to lead the outsourced Studio Facilities dual role of Chief Building Engineer and Program/Project Manager for our expansive studio campus. This critical leadership position will work closely with on site Manager, Site & Services, Studio Management but ultimately responsible for the oversight of overall mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) operations, maintenance, and coordinating along with the internal teams responsible for capital improvement planning of all facilities, infrastructure, and construction programs and projects across the site. The ideal candidate possesses a deep technical background in building systems engineering, a proven track record in project and program management within a complex operational environment, and exceptional leadership and communication skills. 

Responsibilities 

 

Chief Building Engineer (CBE) 

  • Facilities Operations & Maintenance: Oversee all aspects of the daily operation, 
    maintenance, and repair of critical building systems, including HVAC, electrical 
    distribution, emergency power systems, plumbing, fire/life safety, and building 
    automation systems (BAS).
  • Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and coordinate with the local and or 3rd party teams of  
    engineers, technicians, and maintenance staff, ensuring high performance, technical 
    proficiency, and adherence to safety protocols.
  • Budget Management: Help develop, manage, and monitor the annual operating budget 
    for facility maintenance, utilities, and minor capital repairs. Implement cost-saving 
    initiatives related to energy consumption and operational efficiency. 
     Compliance & Safety: Ensure all building systems and operations comply with local, 
    state, and federal codes, regulations, and studio environmental, health, and safety 
    (EHS) standards. Oversee comprehensive fire/life safety programs and emergency 
    preparedness.
  • Vendor & Contractor Management: Manage relationships, contracts, and performance 
    of third-party vendors and contractors providing specialized maintenance services or 
    system repairs.
  • System Optimization: Implement preventative maintenance programs and continuously 
    evaluate building systems for opportunities to improve efficiency, reliability, and 
    sustainability (e.g., energy retrofits, water conservation). 

Program/Project Manager (PPM)

  • Capital Planning & Execution: Help develop and coordinate with the in-house teams 
    (including SMS capital and Program Delivery individuals) responsible for managing the 
    execution of the studio's long-term capital improvement program, focusing on 
    infrastructure upgrades, system replacements, and new facility construction projects.
  • Project Management Lifecycle: Coordinate with Teams and/or lead complex 
    construction and infrastructure projects from inception through closeout, including scope 
    definition, budgeting, scheduling, risk management, and quality control.
  • Stakeholder Communication: Serve as the primary liaison between 
    Facilities/Engineering, studio production teams, executive leadership, finance, and 
    external architects/engineers/contractors. Ensure clear and consistent communication 
    regarding project status, milestones, and impacts.
  • Program Governance: Establish and maintain program management standards, 
    documentation, and reporting protocols to ensure all projects align with strategic 
    business goals and are delivered on time and within budget.
  • Design Review: Review and approve engineering designs, specifications, and 
    construction documents to ensure constructability, adherence to building standards, and 
    long-term operational efficiency.
  • Risk Mitigation: Proactively identify potential project and operational risks and develop 
    mitigation strategies.

Qualifications 

 

Required 

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, 
    Facilities Management, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in facilities engineering, building 
    systems maintenance, and/or construction project management, with at least 5 years in 
    a senior leadership or management role.
  • Demonstrated expertise in the operation and maintenance of large-scale commercial 
    HVAC, electrical, and life safety systems, preferably within a campus or critical 
    operations environment (e.g., studio, hospital, data center).
  • Proven experience managing complex construction projects ($5M+ budget) and capital 
    improvement programs.
  • Strong understanding of local building codes, energy codes, and OSHA safety 
    standards.
  • Excellent leadership, team-building, and communication (written and verbal) skills.
  • Proficiency with Building Automation Systems (BAS), CMMS (Computerized
  • Maintenance Management Systems), and project management software.
  • Proficiency with project management software (e.g., Google Suite, Asana, Primavera 
    P6).
  • Excellent written and verbal communication, organizational, and time management skills.
  • Ability to read and interpret construction documents, blueprints, and technical 
    specifications. 
 

Preferred 

  • Professional Engineering (PE) license or relevant certifications (e.g., CFM, FMP, PMP, 
    LEED AP).
  • Experience in the media, entertainment, or production studio environment, 
    understanding the unique demands of filming and production schedules.
  • Direct experience with sustainable building practices and energy efficiency initiatives.
 

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

 
  • Critical System Uptime =  >99.9%
  • Annual Facilities Operating Budget Variance =  <2%
  • Capital Project Delivery (On-Time/On-Budget) = 90% 
  • Energy Consumption Reduction (Y-o-Y) = 2% minimum 
  • Preventative Maintenance (PM) Completion Rate = >95% 
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About Company

ABM offers a wide variety of service-related positions, including electricians, HVAC technicians, security officers, parking attendants, and cleaning jobs. ABM cares about your success.

We provide training so that you learn new job skills and take pride in the quality service you're giving to clients. You'll look like the trained professional you are when you wear a ABM uniform.For your health and safety, we use non-toxic cleaning products and up-to-date equipment.

Our internal training program focuses on teaching you the skills and processes that have helped many of our employees starting out as a janitor, cashier, security officer or building engineer grow into various management roles throughout the company. These jobs aren't your everyday at ABM; they are careers.

Thousands of commercial, industrial, government and retail clients look to ABM for consistent quality service that meets their specialized facility service needs including commercial cleaning and maintenance, facility engineering, energy efficiency, parking and security services.

With fiscal 2011 revenues of approximately $4.2 billion and nearly 100,000 employees, our 300+ offices across the U.S. and various international locales enable us to provide custom facility solutions to sites of all sizes — from neighborhood banks and schools to the largest and most complex facilities, such as corporate office parks and major airports.

With more than 300+ offices located throughout the country, we are always accepting applications for janitorial maintenance, landscaping gardeners, security guards, parking attendants, shuttle drivers and building engineers.

ABM IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER (MINORITY/FEMALE/VETERAN/DISABILITY)

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