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Chief Building Engineer

ABM Industries

Philadelphia, PA

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JOB DETAILS
JOB TYPE
Full-time
SKILLS
Advanced Encryption Standard (AES), Budgeting, Building Systems, Business Performance Management, Calendar Management, Capital Equipment, Communication Skills, Conservation, Documentation, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Management, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Equipment Replacement, Facilities Management, Facilities Planning, Facilities and Maintenance, Fire Prevention, Fire Safety, Fire Suppression/Control, Hydraulic Engineering, Maintain Compliance, Maintenance - HVAC, Maintenance Services, Operational Expenditure (OPEX), Operations Guidelines, Operations Management, Performance Analysis, Policy Implementation, Preventative Maintenance, Procedure Development, Purchasing/Procurement, Quality Assurance, Regulations, Safety Process, Safety Standards, Safety/Work Safety, Set Goals
LOCATION
Philadelphia, PA
POSTED
30+ days ago

The Chief Engineer is responsible for the overall supervision of the engineering department within the facility 
assigned. These duties include but are not limited to the installation, repair and maintenance of the facility equipment. The oversight and upkeep of the physical plant, including grounds, utility services, HVAC, plumbing, electrical system, electronic equipment, yard and pavement upkeep in the best manner possible for the safety and health of all concerned, and to 
coordinate these activities as needed.
 
Responsible for the implementation and documentation of site safety plans and all Engineering Services operational standards and guidelines as well as site specific standards, policies and procedures relating to the engineering department.
 
The Chief Engineer will also assist the facility manager with operational and constant projects for the site.

  • REPRESENTATIVE FUNCTIONS OR DUTIES:

    • Provides supervision and is responsible for the implementation of all preventive maintenance and repair operations at the facility. Schedules emergency repair activities according to priority and the abilities of assigned personnel. Provides technical advice, encouragement and instruction to subordinates in such areas as electric theory, mechanical systems, hydraulic systems, and safety procedures. Perform equipment inspections, noting equipment condition, ensuring that proper maintenance is being performed in accordance with AES standards. Responsible for the implementation of the quality assurance program for all work performed by the department.
    • Direct or participate in various facility programs and committees relating to assigned responsibilities such as safety, disaster, fire, pollution control and civil defense.
    • Formulates, recommends and implements site specific policies and procedures to improve the facility physical plant and operations.
    • Develops a plan and/or procedure for controlling, labeling, recording estimated life expectancy, maintenance and inspecting all capital and non-capital equipment within the facility. This plan includes a long-term engineering capital plan.
    • Recommends equipment purchases to replace obsolete equipment items and provide assistance in formulating long-range equipment replacement requirements and coordinates actions with contractors.
    • Assists in the development and implementation of operating and extraordinary expense budgets as required.
    • Plans and schedules services of department. Establishes standards and work methods; takes steps to assure quality and quantity of performance and evaluates results. Establishes plans for improving departmental work emphasizing efficiency and economy.
    • Communicates policies and procedures, discusses job problems, and employee concerns with supervisors and employees. Encourages development of habits and attitudes for improved performance and good employee attitudes. Direct, train, evaluate, and counsel all engineering personnel.
    • Ensures that general safety, fire prevention regulations are enforced, and safe working habits are promoted throughout the facility. Ensures that all shop equipment is properly maintained and conforms to safety standards. Promotes good housekeeping principles and supervises housekeeping details.
    • Responsible for ensuring that the building systems are operated in the most efficient and effective manner especially as it relates to utility consumption and environmental responsibility. Implement a systematic program to promote energy awareness and conservation within the facility. Champion energy conservation programs to achieve maximum results from tenants and staff.
    • Maintains an on-going self-improvement program to keep abreast of new equipment, standards, codes, and maintenance procedures.

  • Responsible for the implementation and promotion of the following:

    • Supports and follows ABM Engineering Services’ operational policies and standards.
    • Supports and follows ABM Engineering Services’ safety program.
    • Perform related duties as required – a “can do, will do” attitude.
    • Reports to and collaborates with management of the facility related issues.
    • Works with management on plant related and tenant related issues.
    • Sets and maintains a professional work environment with staff.
    • Assures good communication.
    • Ensure standards of service and commitment.
    • Ensure compliance with safe practices and standards.
    • Develops goals for department, staff and self.
    • Builds morale and a team approach.
    • Complies with employment laws and ABM Engineering Services employment practices.
    • Supports growth opportunities and potential.

About the Company

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ABM Industries

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)

COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Business Services - Other
FOUNDED
1909
WEBSITE
http://www.abm.com/