Chief Engineer

Job description

**Chief Building Engineer** support the operations, maintenance, and repair of building systems. This role oversees the engineering team and ensuring the optimal performance of mechanical, electrical, plumbing (MEP), and HVAC systems within a commercial mall facility. **Pay:** 61.18 per hour The pay listed is the hourly range or the hourly rate for this position. A specific offer will vary based on applicant’s experience, skills, abilities, geographic location, and alignment with market data. **Benefit Information:** ABM offers a comprehensive benefits package. For information about ABM’s benefits, visit ABM Team Member [Benefits | Front Line Team Members](https://wpe-media.abm.com/wp-content/uploads/AnnualBenefitFlyers/Recruiting%20Flyer%20-%20Frontline.pdf) | ([Programa de Beneficios de ABM)](https://wpe-media.abm.com/wp-content/uploads/AnnualBenefitFlyers/Recruiting%20Flyer%20-%20Frontline%20(Spanish).pdf) ### Responsibilities **Key Responsibilities:** - Manages the day-to-day operations and maintenance of building systems. - Supervise and mentor building engineering staff, ensuring high standards of work quality and efficiency. - Conduct routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and necessary repairs on HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems. - Troubleshoot and diagnose system malfunctions, coordinating repairs with vendors and contractors as needed. - Monitor and adjust building automation systems (BAS) for optimal performance and energy efficiency. - Maintain compliance with local, state, and federal safety and building codes. - Manage inventory and procurement of maintenance supplies and spare parts. - Ensure timely completion of work orders and documentation of maintenance activities. - Collaborate with property management and tenants to address maintenance needs and service requests. - Respond to emergency maintenance situations, including after-hours calls as required. ### Qualifications & Requirements - Minimum of 5 years of experience in building maintenance, facility management, and Engineering. - 2 plus years of experience supervising maintenance teams and coordinating building operations. - **Active Black Seal and Blue Seal Licenses for the state of NJ** - Strong knowledge of MEP, HVAC, and building automation systems. - Familiarity with OSHA regulations, NFPA codes, and other safety standards. - Proficiency in reading blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals. - Excellent troubleshooting, problem-solving, and leadership skills. - Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks effectively. - Certifications such as HVAC, Universal CFC, or Building Operator Certification (BOC) preferred. **Physical Requirements:** - Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and perform physically demanding tasks. - Frequent standing, walking, bending, and climbing ladders.