Building Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

About Us

CP Group, a vertically integrated commercial real estate and management firm, has been a leading owner-operator and developer of commercial real estate throughout the Sunbelt since 1986. Today, CP Group is the largest office landlord in Florida, Atlanta's largest private commercial property owner, and in the top 25 of largest office landlords in the United States.

CP Group brings an extensive track record and unparalleled market insight to advance investors' opportunities in the region's most dynamic markets. Headquartered in Boca Raton, Florida, the company has a corporate office in Atlanta and regional offices in Dallas, Denver, Jacksonville, Miami, and Washington DC.

The Building Engineer works as part of a team reporting to the Chief Engineer and is responsible for ensuring the efficient operation and maintenance of HVAC, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, water treatment and life safety equipment and systems.

The Building Engineer must have the technical aptitude for building maintenance and repair as well as a can-do attitude and positive communication style that offers tenants high levels of customer service and a strong sense of confidence for timely resolution.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Perform plumbing, electrical, or HVAC requirements of the building
• Maintain heating equipment, chillers (air and/ or water cooled), DX units, pumps, cooling towers, fan coil units, VAV, and air distribution systems, etc.
• Monitor and adjust all mechanical/pneumatic equipment, VFDs, steam stations, control gauges, distributor panels, valves, thermostats, diffusers, and other equipment necessary to provide a comfortable environment for the buildings
• Verify field conditions and perform any necessary repairs or adjustments
• Repair doors, ceilings, hand railings, and floors and other general repairs, adjustments and installations about the property
• Perform repairs to plumbing fixtures (water closets, urinals, flush valve assemblies, lavatories)
• Perform preventive maintenance duties in accordance with OEM standards, building protocol, manufacturer recommendations and industry best practices.
• Inspect engine room equipment, fan room equipment, cooling tower, all motors, house pumps, electric rooms, back-up generator, fire pump(s), sump pump(s), and ejector pumps.
• Trouble shoot and repair base building systems
• Conduct ongoing quality control inspections
• Reinstall or replace signage, verify rooms are clean and clear of obstructions and debris
• Do drywall, door, locks, cabinets, wall-covering, baseboard and other repairs
• Manage structural repairs such as doors, roof/glass leaks
• Respond to punch list items for tenant build outs
• Check for operating emergency exit signs and lights and ensure free and clear access to emergency stairs and exits. Perform additional fire and life safety inspections as per NFPA and local jurisdiction, OEM standards, building protocol and as directed by supervisors
• Respond immediately to emergency situations (fire, evacuation, equipment failure) and tenant concerns
• Comply with all applicable codes, regulations, governmental agency, and company directives as relates to building operations and practice safe work habits
• Complete all required Safety Training as scheduled
• Comply with Uniform Dress Code while working and maintain a neat and clean appearance while on the property at times other than working hours
• Inspect Buildings during inclement weather
• Additional duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Can do initiative, solutions-oriented attitude, good communicator
• Technical mechanical knowledge and proficiency
• Ability to ascertain what repairs are most urgent in nature and prioritize
• Minimum high school diploma or GED Equivalent
• 3-5 years related work experience in operating mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems in a commercial property setting
• Universal CFC certification
• Appropriate license/permit for trade as may be required, e. Journeyman or Master Electrician License or City Licenses, such as Refrigeration Certificate of Fitness, High Pressure Boiler License, High Pressure Steam Operator, etc.)
• Experience in operation, maintenance and basic repair of HVAC, boilers, heaters, pumps, refrigerant systems, compressors, water systems, etc.
• Knowledgeable in energy management systems, energy reduction techniques and
• Knowledge of front-end Building Automations Systems
• Thorough knowledge in all building systems operations, maintenance, and
• Basic Computing Skills in Outlook, Excel & Word

Benefits:

We offer a competitive benefits package, including:

• Unlimited vacation, summer Fridays, and 9 company holidays
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• Company-subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Voluntary insurance including supplemental life insurance, pet insurance, critical illness, accident, hospital, legal, and cancer insurance.
• 401(k) with company match

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