Chief Building Engineer Supervisor - Remote (North East)

About the Role: As a CBRE Chief Building Engineer Supervisor, you'll take the lead in operating and maintaining critical building systems while supervising a skilled engineering team. This role is designed for a hands-on leader who drives performance, develops talent, and ensures facilities operate safely, reliably, and efficiently across a facility, campus, or portfolio. What You'll Do:

• Supervise and develop engineering staff by tracking training, conducting performance evaluations, coaching team members, and supporting hiring efforts
• Plan, coordinate, and manage daily team activities, including scheduling, task assignments, cross-training, and deadline tracking
• Develop, implement, and communicate preventive maintenance programs and safety procedures
• Ensure technicians have the proper tools, materials, and information to complete work accurately and on time
• Prepare labor and material cost estimates for work orders, preventive maintenance activities, systems, and construction projects
• Establish, manage, and track facilities maintenance budgets
• Respond to emergencies and coordinate additional support as necessary
• Apply advanced technical knowledge to improve processes, methods, and operational effectiveness
• Demonstrate deep expertise in building engineering while maintaining working knowledge across related disciplines
• Mentor and coach staff to expand technical capabilities across multiple areas
• Influence stakeholders at various levels through clear, confident communication
• Lead by example and consistently demonstrate behaviors aligned with CBRE RISE values
• Contribute to the development of new processes, standards, and operational plans to achieve functional and client goals

What You'll Need:

• High School Diploma, GED, or trade school diploma with 5-8 years of job-related experience. In lieu of a diploma, a combination of experience and education will be considered. Prior shift manager or supervisory experience 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.
• The innovative mentality to develop methods that go beyond existing solutions.
• Ability to solve unique problems using standard and innovative solutions having a broad impact on the business.
• In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Expert organizational skills with an advanced inquisitive mindset.
• Highly sophisticated math skills. Ability to calculate somewhat complex figures such as percentages, fractions, and other financial-related calculations.

CBRE provides medical, dental, vision insurance, life insurance, disability coverage, and 401(k) from your start date including 15 days of PTO and 11 holidays. Professional Development: We are committed to investing in our employees' growth and development through training programs, certifications, and mentorship opportunities. Career Advancement: CBRE is a global leader in commercial real estate services, providing ample opportunities for career progression and advancement within the company! 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. CBRE GWS CBRE Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) works with clients to make real estate a meaningful 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, leveraging 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. Find out more Apply tot his job Apply To this Job