Manager of Engineering (Building Maintenance and Capital Projects)

Job Description

Job Description

Company Description

The Wonderful Company is committed to providing high-quality, healthy, and iconic brands, including FIJI Water, POM Wonderful, Wonderful Pistachios, Wonderful Halos and helping improve the lives of the people who live and work in the places where we operate. Ranked No. 1 on the 2025 PEOPLE® Companies That Care list and one of Fortune® magazine’s “100 Best Companies to Work For” in the U.S., The Wonderful Company is continually recognized for its dedication to the well-being of its workforce, their communities, and the planet.

The Manager of Engineering is a senior technician role responsible for managing preventive maintenance (PM) strategy, forecasting, capital planning, and regional coordination of building systems in the Sacramento area. This role ensures the alignment of PM programs with portfolio standards and financial planning goals. The Manager of Engineer oversees technical documentation, budgeting, vendor performance, and long-term facility health across the region, as well as mentors Engineers and Maintenance Technicians.

Job Description

• Lead regional engineering operations for a portfolio of  7 office buildings totaling 615,000 square feet in the Sacramento market which is part of a larger portfolio of 44+ office and warehouse properties spanning more than 10 million square feet.
• Develop and manage 10-year repair and maintenance (R&M) forecasts, annual budgets, and capital planning for building systems across the region.
• Prepare, track, and obtain management approval for Capital Approval Forms (CAFs), preventive maintenance (PM) plans, inspection schedules, and engineering proposals.
• Develop, maintain, and standardize preventive maintenance scopes, schedules, documentation, and practices across the regional portfolio.
• Evaluate building systems, equipment condition, and asset life cycles to support maintenance planning, capital investments, and long-term forecasting.
• Coordinate engineering assessments and present recommendations to property management and leadership.
• Oversee vendor performance, project execution, site access, and compliance with safety and operational standards.
• Maintain accurate records of building assets, maintenance activities, vendor reports, and repair timelines.
• Serve as a technical mentor and resource for Maintenance Engineers and Maintenance Technicians without direct supervisory responsibility.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive experience in facilities maintenance, building engineering, or engineering operations.
• Proven experience leading maintenance and engineering operations across multiple commercial properties.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, elevators, fire/life safety systems, structural systems, and building finishes.
• Experience with capital planning, budget forecasting, preventive maintenance program development, and asset lifecycle management.
• Proficiency with CMMS platforms and maintenance reporting/analytics tools.
• Demonstrated ability to lead technical teams, mentor engineering staff, and manage vendor performance.
• Strong leadership, organizational, communication, and strategic planning skills.
• OSHA 30 Certification required.
• Relevant trade certification(s) required to evaluate and approve technical scopes of work.
• Facilities Management Administrator (FMA) Certification or Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, or a related field preferred.
• Primary responsibility is supporting the Rancho Cordova market, with the ability to travel up to 25% outside of the Sacramento region as business needs require.

Pay Range: $110,000 - $130,000 and may include a discretionary bonus. Final compensation will be dependent upon skills & experience. Company vehicle provided for all business-related travel.

Additional Information

• Thriving Wellness Community: Access to top-notch medical coverage comprehensive vision and dental plans, and a 401k with match eligibility to secure your financial future and including:
  • 24/7 online physician consultations 
  • virtual mental health resources 
  • life coaching 
  • engaging employee community groups 
  • cash rewards for healthy habits and fitness reimbursements 
  • library of on-demand fitness videos 
• Career Advancement Opportunities: Unlock your potential with clear paths for career progression and internal mobility across our diverse family of brands and business units. 
• Focused Learning and Development: Grow as a leader with our dedicated Learning and Organizational Development department, offering extensive resources like People Manager and leadership training, webinars, and eLearning courses. 
• Empowering Mentorship Program: Connect with colleagues through our company-wide mentorship program to share goals, overcome challenges, and drive your career forward. 
• Continuous Improvement Training: Participate in training that empowers all employees to learn and implement concepts that drive significant, positive change in the workplace. 
• Building a Healthy Society:  To date, our co-Founders Lynda and Stewart Resnick, through their foundations and The Wonderful Company, have invested more than $2.5 billion in education, health and wellness, community development, and sustainability initiatives across California’s Central Valley, Fiji, and the world. In 2025, Wonderful ranked as #1 in PEOPLE’s “100 Companies That Care” list and was named one of Fortune magazine’s 100 Best Companies to Work For. To learn more about our corporate social responsibility efforts, visit csr.wonderful.com.
• Giving Back to the Community: Make a difference with Wonderful Giving, allowing you to allocate company-provided funds to up to three charities of your choice, and join Wonderful Neighbor to contribute to group service projects within our local communities. 

The Wonderful Company is a privately held $6 billion global company headquartered in Los Angeles, with more than 10,000 employees worldwide. Founded by Lynda and Stewart Resnick, Wonderful produces some of the world’s most recognized healthy food and beverage brands, including FIJI Water, POM Wonderful, Wonderful Pistachios, Wonderful Halos, Wonderful Seedless Lemons, Teleflora, and JUSTIN, Lewis Cellars, and Landmark wines. 

The company also operates Neptune Pacific, a shipping and supply chain company serving the Pacific, and Wonderful Real Estate, which develops and manages industrial properties in California’s Central Valley. To date, the Resnicks, along with their foundations and The Wonderful Company, have committed more than $2.5 billion to philanthropy and community investment primarily where its employees live and work. Wonderful is regularly named one of Fortune’s “100 Best Companies to Work For” and ranked No. 1 on PEOPLE magazine’s Companies That Care list. 

To learn more about The Wonderful Company, its products, and its core values, please visit wonderful.com or follow The Wonderful Company on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram. For more information on the company’s corporate social responsibility impact, visit csr.wonderful.com. 

The Wonderful Company is an Equality Opportunity Employer that provides opportunities for advancement. We are committed to creating a diverse workforce that embodies a deep culture of acceptance, equity, and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories.

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