Sr Building Engineer (Frisco, Tx)

About the Role:

As a CBRE Sr. Building Engineer, you will ensure the optimal performance and operational efficiency of building systems of a critical hospital facility in Frisco, TX. This role requires a hands-on technical expert who can also provide leadership in workflow management, uphold maintenance standards, and ensure regulatory compliance. The Sr. Building Engineer will play a pivotal role in maintaining the facility's infrastructure, ensuring a safe and comfortable environment for patients, staff, and visitors.

This job is part of the Engineering and Technical Services job function. They are responsible for providing support, preventive maintenance, and repairs on equipment and systems.


What You'll Do:

• Direct the workflow of maintenance activities, including assigning work orders to the team and closely collaborating with other Maintenance Technicians and Building Engineers on-site.
• Perform advanced hands-on maintenance and repairs across a broad range of building systems, including mechanical, plumbing, structural, and electrical components.
• Ensure efficient and continuous maintenance operations for the hospital facility, maintaining high standards of functionality and safety.
• Manage external vendors, including scheduling and on-site coordination, to ensure quality and timely service delivery.
• Oversee and ensure the timely completion and effectiveness of preventative maintenance programs to extend equipment lifespan and minimize downtime.
• Respond promptly to emergency maintenance tickets and critical system failures, diagnosing and resolving issues efficiently.
• Take initiative and work independently to address maintenance needs and implement solutions.
• Utilize Building Automation Systems (BAS) to monitor, control, and optimize building performance and energy efficiency.
• Assign work orders and accurately estimate the time and materials required for repairs.
• Maintain an adequate inventory of supplies and tools necessary for continuous operations.
• Ensure all maintenance activities comply with applicable codes, regulations, governmental agency directives, and company safety standards.
• Oversee and inspect work performed by outside contractors, ensuring adherence to specifications and quality standards.
• Review and sign off on inspections of various building systems, including fire alarms, HVAC, and plumbing, to guarantee optimal operation and environmental conditions prescribed by the client.
• Interact professionally and effectively with clients, co-workers, and supervisors.
• Showcase expertise in own job discipline and in-depth knowledge of other job disciplines within the organization function.
• Coach others to develop in-depth knowledge and expertise in most or all areas within the function.
• Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values. Anticipates potential objections and persuades others, often at senior levels and of divergent interest, to adopt a different point of view.
• Impact the achievement of customer, operational, project, or service objectives across multi-discipline teams.
• Work is guided by functional policies which impact the design of procedures and policies.
• Contribute to new products, processes, standards, and/or operational plans in support of achieving functional goals.
• Communicate difficult and complex ideas with the ability to influence.

What You'll Need:

• High School Diploma, GED, or trade school diploma with 5-8 years of job-related experience. In lieu of a diploma, a combination of experience and education will be considered.
• Prior shift manager or supervisory experience required.
• 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.
• The innovative mentality to develop methods that go beyond existing solutions.
• Ability to solve unique problems using standard and innovative solutions having a broad impact on the business.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Expert organizational skills with an advanced inquisitive mindset.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Why CBRE?

• When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values - respect, integrity, service and excellence - and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome all applicants.

Applicant AI Use Disclosure

• We value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process.

Equal Employment Opportunity: CBRE has 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.

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