ABM (NYSE: ABM) is a leading provider of facility solutions with revenues of approximately $6.4 billion and over 130,000 employees in 300+ offices deployed throughout the United States and various international locations. ABM’s comprehensive capabilities include electrical & lighting, energy solutions, facilities engineering, HVAC & mechanical, janitorial, landscape & turf, mission critical solutions and parking, provided through stand-alone or integrated solutions. Founded in 1909, ABM provides custom facility solutions in urban, suburban and rural areas to properties of all sizes — from schools and commercial buildings to hospitals, data centers, manufacturing plants and airports.

Job Title

Chief Engineer

Education

Associate Degree

Career Level

Experienced (Non-Manager)

Category

Operations

Job Type/ FLSA Status

Salaried Non-exempt

Travel Required

None

Shift Type

Job Description

The Chief Engineer has four major accountabilities in support of one or more properties:

1. Plan, organize, direct, and control mechanical and maintenance operations, including those related to HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems; 
2. Oversee day-to-day activities of engineering staff members; 
3. Direct initiatives related to contractor relations, safety, energy management and functions that promote optimal physical habitability;
4. Assure compliance with expense guidelines, Company policies, governing codes and regulations, and – when appropriate – third-party owner directives.  

Position Responsibilities

• Implement and manage operating, maintenance, and repair programs to assure maximum life and reliability of all mechanical systems within the property.
• Oversee and participate in general maintenance and operation processes which include, but are not limited to: 
• HVAC equipment performance
• Plumbing systems
• Electrical systems
• Equipment warranties
• General building maintenance
• Procure parts and supplies consistent with management approval and defined physical needs.
• Administer necessary inventory control programs and systems to assure maintenance of parts inventory levels, including keying systems and accurate and timely records of receipts and issues.
• Provide significant, quality input to the Property Manager on matters related to: 
• Approval of all tenant working drawings regarding existing M.E.P. modifications and/or add-on's.
• Monitoring the construction of tenant space.
• Evaluation of tenant compliance with respect to operations and energy provisions of the lease.
• Addressing all tenant questions concerning M.E.P. operations.
• Analysis of escalation efficiency and costs for HVAC and excess energy billings.
• Manage expenses and activities driven by relationships with third-parties engaged for specific functions.
• Participate in Expense Management activities.
• Maintain or oversee the maintenance of records and reports that bear on physical facilities.
• Supervise Engineering staff members.
• Oversee the management of physical facilities
• Participate in on-going tenant relation programs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
   

Minimum Requirements

• Associate-level degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school or equivalent combination of education and experience. 
• Must have a minimum of three (3) years of experience in commercial or institutional buildings with complex mechanical, electrical, HVAC, plumbing systems.
• Two (2) years of supervisory experience.