Regional Engineer

Primary Purpose of Position: 
Oversee, monitor, and facilitate engineering operations for existing assets, new development, and acquisition projects in the regional portfolio.  

Essential Functions: 
Building Operations 

• Oversee management of engineering operations at existing assets and new development projects to ensure consistency of performance.
• Manage the proficient operation of assets to certify all systems are maintained in first class condition. Building systems to include and not be limited to: HVAC, electrical, plumbing, elevator, energy management, and fire alarm, structural and key control.
• Serve as the Regional Energy Manager responsible for cost efficient building operations.
• Oversee engineering operating budgets and oversee purchasing by Chief Engineers.
• Procure and evaluate bid proposals for service contracts e.g. life safety, electrical and mechanical services.
• Assist Regional Property Managers to scope and bid PM related services.
• Manage Angus Anywhere preventative maintenance, loss control and service call programs. Manage work productivity thru service call and preventive maintenance program reporting.
• Ensure contracted maintenance, repair and/or construction activities conform to established building policies and standards.
• Conduct periodic building inspection and audits to confirm compliance with operations and maintenance programs including: service call programs, preventative maintenance, loss prevention activities, safety training, hazardous materials, OSHA compliance, water treatment and record keeping.
• Review tenant and base building renovation plans and specifications, providing comments relating to design problems or conflicts to existing building systems or structures.
• Assist in developing standard operating procedures for the engineering teams.
• Respond to building emergencies and provide backup support to Chief Engineers.
• Represent Property Management at tenant construction meetings as necessary.
• Coordinate and monitor regional discount purchasing programs.

Supervisory

• Provide direction in managing the engineering staff through hiring, performance management and annual performance review and compensation process for assigned engineering staff, if applicable.

Region/Building Specific Functions:

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements and Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent educational certification required.
• Accredited technical school, military or college certification in HVAC or Operating Engineering Technologies preferred.
• A minimum of 8-10 years of progressively responsible experience in the engineering, construction, and operations of class A commercial office buildings.
• Knowledgeable in applicable codes and standards at local, state and federal levels for commercial office building operations; develop working relationships with both internal and external resources to assist with code review and interpretation.
• Certified Energy Manager (CEM) preferred.
• RPA Real Property Administrator (RPA) preferred.
• Operating and/or Steam Engineering license preferred.
• Licensed mechanical engineer certification preferred. 
• Knowledgeable in OSHA and National/Local Building Codes. 
• Excellent mechanical aptitude and a demonstrated proficiency in the operation, and maintenance of electrical and mechanical systems.
• Excellent troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
• Excellent technical and proven problem-solving skills.
• Proven customer service skills.
• Excellent leadership skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as an effective team member or leader.
• Excellent communications and organizational skills. 
• Ability to coordinate work efficiently, set priorities and motivate others.
• Ability to demonstrate multi-task management skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Applications.
• Valid Driver’s License required.

Physical Requirements:

• Involves work of a general office nature usually performed sitting such as operation of a computer.
• Involves work of a general office nature usually performed standing such as operation of a fax and printer. 
• Involves movement between departments to facilitate work.
• Vision ability must allow the reading of printed materials, prints and drawings.
• May be required to stoop, crouch, kneel, crawl, balance, climb stairs, and work at heights and in environment with temperature ranges both while working outside and inside. 
• May be required to lift and move objects up to 50 pounds.