Building Engineer (167836)_

Southaven

Building Engineer (167836)

Job ID

167836

Posted

17-May-2024

Service line

GWS Segment

Role type

Full-time

Areas of Interest

Engineering/Maintenance

Location(s)

Southaven - Mississippi - United States of America

CBRE Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) works with clients to make real estate a significant contributor to organizational productivity and performance. Our account management model is at the heart of our client-centric approach to delivering integrated real estate solutions. Each client is entrusted with a dedicated leader and is supported by regional and global resources, demonstrating the industry's most robust platform. CBRE GWS delivers consistent, measurably superior outcomes for our clients at every stage of the lifecycle, and across industries and geographies.

**About The Role**

The Building Engineer working in a high-rise building will have a diverse range of responsibilities on a day-to-day basis. They will perform regular inspections of the building's systems, including HVAC, plumbing, and fire alarms, to ensure they are functioning properly. They will oversee and inspect the work performed by external contractors for tasks such as landscaping, remodeling, and cleaning. Additionally, the building engineer will be responsible for conducting repairs and maintenance tasks as needed, such as carpentry, electrical work, and painting. They will also manage the energy usage of the building to optimize efficiency and minimize operating costs. In emergency situations, the building engineer will respond quickly and coordinate additional assistance if necessary. Overall, their role involves ensuring the smooth operation and maintenance of the high-rise building to provide a safe and comfortable environment for its occupants.

**What You’ll Do**

+ Applies advanced skills in various trade areas such as carpentry, plumbing, electrical, painting, roofing, heating, and cooling

+ Monitors building system operations and performance

+ Inspects building systems (fire alarms, HVAC, plumbing) to ensure accurate functioning

+ Coordinates and inspects work performed by outside contractors (landscaping, snow removal, remodeling, etc.)

+ Performs repairs, emergency, and preventive maintenance

+ Maintains maintenance and repair records

+ Estimates time and materials needed for repairs and orders vital supplies

+ Manages energy usage to minimize operating costs

+ Maintains building lighting system

+ Performs welding, carpentry, furniture assembly, and locksmith tasks as needed

+ Responds quickly to emergencies and calls for assistance

+ Provides informal technical mentorship and training to coworkers

+ May coordinate work and assign tasks

**What You’ll Need**

+ High school diploma or GED and at least four years of related experience or trade school training

+ Preferred Universal CFC certification, additional certifications in electrical, mechanical, HVAC, refrigeration systems, etc.

+ Strong communication skills, ability to comprehend instructions, write reports, and present information optimally

+ Basic financial knowledge, ability to calculate simple figures such as percentages

+ Reasoning abilities to solve practical problems and analyze situations with limited standardization

+ Proficient in using computer systems, email, and Microsoft Office Outlook

+ Physical requirements include stooping, standing, walking, climbing stairs/ladders, and lifting/carrying heavy loads

+ Decisions made with understanding of procedures and company policies, errors may impact co-workers and supervisor's work

**Why CBRE?**

+ Health, Dental, Vision, available on the first day of the month following your start day

+ 401k, Paid Parental Leave, Other Additional Benefits Available

+ Career Development Opportunities

**Disclaimers**

+ Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future

CBRE is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We have a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law. We also provide reasonable accommodations, as needed, throughout the job application process. If you have a disability that inhibits your ability to apply for a position through our online application process, you may contact us via email at [email protected] or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).

**Equal Employment Opportunity:** CBRE is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We have a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

**Candidate Accommodations:** CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company’s success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at [email protected] or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).

**NOTE:** Some, but not all, of our positions may have an additional requirement to comply with COVID-19 health and safety protocols, including COVID-19 vaccination proof and/or rigorous testing. If you have questions about the requirement(s) for this position, please inform your Recruiter.

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