Building Engineer-Life Science-Cambridge

About The Role CBRE is seeking a well‑rounded Building Engineer to support operations at a two‑building Life Science campus in Cambridge Crossing, featuring a mix of office and laboratory environments. This is a day shift position with a generally consistent schedule, requiring some flexibility in start times based on operational needs. As a key member of the engineering team, you will help ensure the reliability, efficiency, and continuous operation of critical infrastructure, including HVAC, plumbing, and life safety systems within both office and lab spaces. Success in this role requires a solid background in mission‑critical or highly technical commercial environments, along with a commitment to proactive maintenance, operational excellence, and delivering an exceptional occupant experience. What You’ll Do Perform maintenance and repairs to mechanical, plumbing, structural, furniture, fire, life safety, and control systems. Keep facility and building systems up to applicable standards as assigned. Comply with all applicable codes, regulations, governmental agency, and company directives related to building operations and work safety. Maintain an energy management program. Ensure all systems operate in the most efficient manner. Assist with the implementation of a preventive maintenance program to ensure that building machinery and systems meet or exceed their rated life. Perform emergency repairs as needed. Follow departmental policies for the safe storage, usage, and disposal of hazardous materials. Maintain a clean and safe workplace. Review inspections of building systems including fire alarms, HVAC, and plumbing to ensure operation of equipment is within design capabilities and achieves environmental conditions prescribed by the client. Apply in‑depth knowledge of standard principles and techniques/procedures to accomplish complex assignments and provide innovative solutions. Coach others and share in‑depth knowledge of your own job discipline and broad knowledge of several job disciplines within the function. Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values. Work to build consensus and convince others to reach an agreement. Impact a range of customer, operational, project, or service activities within your own team and other related teams. Work within broad guidelines and policies. Explain difficult or sensitive information. What You’ll Need High School Diploma, GED, or trade school diploma with 4‑5 years of job‑related experience. In lieu of a diploma, a combination of experience and education will be considered. EPA Universal 608 certification. Meet the physical requirements of this role, including stooping, standing, walking, climbing stairs/ladders, and the ability to lift/carry heavy loads of 50 lbs. or more. Ability to exercise judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information. Willingness to take a new perspective on existing solutions. In‑depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.). Organizational skills with an advanced inquisitive mindset. Sophisticated math skills. Ability to calculate mildly complex figures such as percentages, fractions, and other financial‑related calculations. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future. Benefits Medical, dental, vision, PTO, 401k, etc. Internal advancement available after 6 months. Competitive pay. 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 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 View email address on click.appcast.io or via telephone at View phone number on click.appcast.io (U.S.) and View phone number on click.appcast.io (Canada). #J-18808-Ljbffr CBRE