Building Engineer

If you are looking for a rewarding role with opportunities for growth at a company that values integrity, innovation, and teamwork, look no further! Barkan Management Company is a leading property management firm serving over 200 residential communities across 8 states, with regional offices in Boston and Washington D.C. Founded in 1964, we have over 50 years of experience in real estate, specializing in community association and multi-family management, encompassing market rate and affordable housing. Our team of over 800 talented professionals shares a commitment to delivering unparalleled service, maintaining the highest quality standards, and exceeding client expectations. Join us as we continue to redefine the standards of excellence in property management! The Building Engineersupports the Chief Engineer in theoperation, maintenance, safety, and reliabilityof a23-story, approximately 50-year-old high-rise condominium. This is ahands-on leadership roleoverseeing HVAC and mechanical systems, includingcooling towers, AAON units, boilers, pumps, exhaust/ventilation systems, plumbing, controls, and related building equipment. The ideal candidate will havestrong high-rise or commercial building engineering experience, excellent mechanical troubleshooting skills, and experience withpreventive maintenance, contractor oversight, equipment repairs, and emergency response. The position requires aworking technical leader who can help manage the engineering team, prioritize repairs, maintain reliable building operations, and support the Chief Engineer and property management team. Several years of progressively responsible experience incommercial, institutional, condominium, hotel, or high-rise building engineering.Strong working knowledge ofHVAC and mechanical systems, particularly central plant equipment, cooling towers, boilers, pumps, air-handling equipment, and ventilation/exhaust systems.Demonstrated ability totroubleshoot mechanical and building-system problems.Experience working in anolder high-rise building with aging infrastructureis highly desirable.Ability to readmechanical drawings, equipment manuals, control sequences, and building system documentation.Knowledge ofpreventive maintenance practicesand building operating procedures.Ability tosupervise contractors and maintenance personneland ensure work is completed safely and properly.Strongorganizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.Ability to work independently while supporting theChief Engineer and property management team.Appropriatelicenses, certifications, or trade credentials are preferred. The Building Engineer is expected to be aworking technical leader, not solely an administrative position. The role requires someone who can understand the building as anintegrated mechanical system, make sound operating decisions, prioritize repairs, and help lead the engineering team through bothroutine maintenance and unexpected building emergencies. Experience witholder high-rise infrastructure, central HVAC plants, cooling towers, boilers, pumps, AAON equipment, ventilation systems, and large mechanical systemsis particularly valuable. Success in This Position Success will be measured by thesafe and reliable operation of the building, effective preventive maintenance, timely identification and resolution of equipment problems, quality contractor oversight, accurate maintenance documentation, efficient operation of building systems, and the ability to providedependable support to the Chief Engineer and property management team. Barkan Companies is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.