Lead Building Engineer

**CBRE Global Workplace Solutions** (GWS) works with clients to make real estate a significant contributor to organizational productivity and performance. Our account management model is at the heart of our client-centric approach to delivering integrated real estate solutions. Each client is entrusted with a dedicated leader and is supported by regional and global resources, demonstrating the industry's most robust platform. CBRE GWS delivers consistent, measurably superior outcomes for our clients at every stage of the lifecycle, and across industries and geographies. **About the role** Join CBRE as a Senior Building Engineer, where your expertise in HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems keeps our facilities running efficiently. You'll perform repairs, observe building operations, and apply specialized knowledge to the site all with the autonomy to make a real impact. This job is part of the Maintenance, Engineering and Technical Services job function. **This role is on site with one of our premiere Clients in the KC area.** 70K sq ft, 11 acre campus - with combined office space & call center environment. This role will be responsible for light plumbing, light electrical, light carpentry as well as some monitoring and testing of critical equipment. Having an understanding of UL regulations, critical facility regulations, testing and logging of batteries and UPS systems would be helpful. The hours will be roughly 7:00 am-3:30pm - 8:00 am - 4:30 pm. Monday - Friday with after hours on call. (Seldom needed on site for on call) **What you'll do** + Assign work orders and estimate the time and materials needed to complete repairs. Maintain an inventory of adequate supplies and tools. + Perform maintenance and repairs to mechanical, plumbing, structural, furniture, fire, life safety, and control systems. Align with all applicable codes, regulations, governmental agency, and company directives related to building operations and work safety. + Develop an energy management program. Ensure all systems operate in the most efficient manner. + Lead all aspects of and inspect the work performed by outside contractors. + Respond to common inquiries or complaints from clients, co-workers, and/or supervisors. + Advise the implementation of a preventive maintenance program to ensure that building machinery and systems meet or exceed their rated life. Perform repairs and emergency maintenance as needed. + Review and sign off on inspections of building systems including fire alarms, HVAC, and plumbing to ensure the operation of equipment is within design capabilities and achieves environmental conditions prescribed by the client. + Apply knowledge to seek and develop new, better methods for accomplishing both individual and department objectives. + Bring deep expertise in your field and broad knowledge across teams to mentor others, lead by example, and champion CBRE's RISE values-while influencing senior partners and guiding teams toward innovative solutions. + Give to new products, processes, standards, and/or operational plans in support of achieving functional goals. **What you'll need** + High School Diploma, GED, or trade school diploma or equivalent experience with 2+ years of related experience. (Exposure to UL regs would be helpful) + Universal CFC certification + Additional certification in one or more of the following: HVAC, electrical, mechanical, HVAC and refrigeration systems, process controls, mechanical power transmissions, painting, plumbing, carpentry or engine repair are preferred. + 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. + Microsoft Office knowledge such as Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, and CMMS experience **Why CBRE?** + We are guided by the needs of the cities we inhabit, the communities we build and the world we thrive in! + Benefits start 1st of the month: Medical, Dental Vision, Discretionary PTO, 401k, paid holidays and more! + Work/Life Balance **Disclaimers** : Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future. **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 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 values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company's success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. 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