Chief Building Engineer

Primary Purpose of Position:

• To maintain the integrity of all building systems, operate the building in an efficient manner, and perform a variety of tenant services

Essential Functions:

• Responsible for the efficient operation, maintenance and repair of all building systems. Building systems include HVAC, water treatment program, electrical, lighting, plumbing, energy management, fire protection, structural, hardware and keying
• Installs, fabricates, constructs, troubleshoots, and repairs complex mechanical and electrical equipment with very minimal or no support and supervision
• Receives work assignments, plans work to be performed and obtains necessary tools, equipment and materials. Completes assignments and paperwork in a timely manner
• Demonstrates a through knowledge of equipment being serviced and employs service procedures and techniques indicative of first class work. Follows inspection and service procedures outlined in the preventive maintenance and loss control programs
• Possesses knowledge of safe and efficient operation of all equipment, power and hand tools. Responsible for the care of assigned equipment tools and uniforms
• Responsible for keeping the shop, equipment rooms and common areas clean, organized and safe
• Follows operational and safety procedures
• Assists in the technical training and upgrading of skills of less qualified personnel
• Inspects all areas of the building(s) and report deficiencies as well as suggestions for improvement
• Assist in the monitoring of contractors, inspection of work and generating deficiency list
• Available for various shifts and to occasionally work extended hours, nights, weekends and holiday to ensure adequate building coverage and perform necessary repairs. Responds to after hours emergencies such as fire, flooding, severe weather (e.g. snow and ice removal) power outages and other situations including clean-up activities, if other contracted personnel are not available
• Projects a positive appearance and attitude at all times. Demonstrate exemplary tenant relations, team spirit and respect of others
• Pursues employee development objective recommended by the Operation Manager, Property Manager and/or Director of Engineering.
• Provide technical support to the Lead Engineer, Building and Maintenance Engineers.

Non-Essential Functions:

• Assist the Operations Manager in the monitoring and implementation of OSHA requirements for the property
• Assist the Operations Manager in the effective execution of the loss control, preventive maintenance and service call programs
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements and Qualifications:

(Minimum requirements include at least 4 of the following :)

• Comprehensive training and certification in HVAC or Operating Engineering Technologies and/or equivalent job related training and experience
• Licenses(s) for applicable jurisdiction and equipment:
• DC Properties – DC 3^rd Class Steam Engineer’s License
• Maryland Properties- 1^st Grade Stationary Engineer’s License
• Virginia Properties – NIULPE 1^st Class Engineer’s Certificate/VA Masters License
• SMT certification or enrollment in program
• Universal CFC certification required
• Minimum of 10 years of field experience
• Continuing education in field
• Comprehensive skills for solving technical programs
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision
• Strong computer skills necessary to operate and diagnose problem associated with Building Automation Systems
• Advanced knowledge of OSHA, NEC and NFC codes and regulations

Physical Requirements:

• Regularly required to stand, walk, reach and use arms to perform tasks
• Regularly required to talk and hear and occasionally required to taste and smell
• Frequently required to sit, stoop, crouch, kneel, crawl, balance and climb stairs and ladders
• Regularly required to lift and/or move up to 20 lbs., and occasionally required to lift/move 50+ lbs.
• Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision and depth perception

Internal and External Contacts:

• This position interacts extensively with tenants, vendors and contractors as well as other employees within Lincoln Property Company.

Reporting Structure:

• This position will receive supervision and direction from the Operations Manager. In the absence of a manager, the Property Manager or Director of Engineering will provide supervision, direction and assistance.

 

This position is 100% in-office. The role requires working in office during standard business hours. Remote work or telecommuting is not an option for this position.

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About Lincoln Property Company

Lincoln Property Company (“Lincoln”) is one of the largest private real estate firms in the United States. Offering a fully integrated platform of real estate services and innovative solutions to owners, investors, lenders and occupiers, Lincoln supports the entire real estate lifecycle across asset types, including office, multifamily, life science, retail, industrial, data center, production studio, healthcare, government, universities, and mixed-use properties, throughout the United States, United Kingdom, and Europe. Lincoln’s combined management and leasing portfolio on behalf of institutional clients includes more than 680 million square feet of commercial space. For more information, visit: www.lpc.com.

All job offers are contingent on completion of a background check and proof of eligibility to work in the United States.

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Lincoln Property Company does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless they were contractually engaged by Lincoln Property Company to provide candidates for a specified opening. Any such employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the acknowledgement and agreement that Lincoln Property Company will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity. At this time, we are not working with any agencies.