Chief Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

ABM Industries is seeking a Facility Manager / Chief Engineer to oversee facility operations and building engineering functions at the TGS site in Laguna Hills. This is a newly established, high-priority position supporting a new client account. The role combines hands-on technical engineering oversight with facility management responsibilities, including staff leadership, vendor coordination, budget management, and client relationship management. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical engineering background paired with facility management skills.

Pay Rate: $70.00 hourly

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.

Shift: 7:00 am 4:00 PM

Location: Laguna Hills, CA 

Key Responsibilities

Facility Management

• Serve as the primary point of contact for the client on all facility operations matters at the Laguna Hills site
• Develop and manage the facility operating budget, including capital planning
• Oversee vendor and subcontractor relationships, including bidding, scheduling, and quality control
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, building codes, and environmental standards
• Manage preventive maintenance programs and building systems lifecycle planning
• Lead, train, and supervise engineering and maintenance staff

Chief Engineer / Technical Oversight

• Oversee operation, maintenance, and repair of building systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, life safety, and building automation systems
• Diagnose and resolve complex mechanical and electrical issues
• Ensure all engineering work complies with applicable codes and standards
• Manage energy efficiency initiatives and system optimization
• Respond to and manage emergency facility issues as needed

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-7 years of progressive facility management and/or chief engineer experience, ideally in commercial or corporate environments
• Strong working knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and building automation systems
• Prior supervisory or team leadership experience
• Relevant certifications preferred (e.g., Universal EPA, BOMA, CFM, CPM, or state-specific engineering licenses)
• Strong client-facing communication skills
• Budget management experience
• Ability to respond to on-call emergencies as needed

ABM Industries is seeking a Facility Manager / Chief Engineer to oversee facility operations and building engineering functions at the TGS site in Laguna Hills. This is a newly established, high-priority position supporting a new client account. The role combines hands-on technical engineering oversight with facility management responsibilities, including staff leadership, vendor coordination, budget management, and client relationship management. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical engineering background paired with facility management skills.

Pay Rate: $70.00/hour 

Shift: 7:00 am 4:00 PM

Location: Laguna Hills, CA 

Key Responsibilities

Facility Management

• Serve as the primary point of contact for the client on all facility operations matters at the Laguna Hills site
• Develop and manage the facility operating budget, including capital planning
• Oversee vendor and subcontractor relationships, including bidding, scheduling, and quality control
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, building codes, and environmental standards
• Manage preventive maintenance programs and building systems lifecycle planning
• Lead, train, and supervise engineering and maintenance staff

Chief Engineer / Technical Oversight

• Oversee operation, maintenance, and repair of building systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, life safety, and building automation systems
• Diagnose and resolve complex mechanical and electrical issues
• Ensure all engineering work complies with applicable codes and standards
• Manage energy efficiency initiatives and system optimization
• Respond to and manage emergency facility issues as needed

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-7 years of progressive facility management and/or chief engineer experience, ideally in commercial or corporate environments
• Strong working knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and building automation systems
• Prior supervisory or team leadership experience
• Relevant certifications preferred (e.g., Universal EPA, BOMA, CFM, CPM, or state-specific engineering licenses)
• Strong client-facing communication skills
• Budget management experience
• Ability to respond to on-call emergencies as needed

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