Chief Building Engineer Job ID 235358 Posted 26-Aug-2025 Service line GWS Segment Role type Full-time Areas of Interest Engineering/Maintenance Location(s) King of Prussia - Pennsylvania - United States of America GWS|Local is a hard services-led, tailored facility management solution. We self-perform hard services while partnering with best-in-class soft service providers to offer bespoke facility and project management solutions to our clients. We focus on empowering our team with a high-level of downstream accountability resulting in an agile and efficient service delivery. In addition to our core facility and project management capabilities, our platform offers direct access to our Best-in-Class services, including ESG, Security Consulting, Workplace Strategy, and Workplace Experience. **About the role** Responsible for HVAC operations and oversees vendors and subcontractors. Applies sophisticated skills to perform complex preventive maintenance and corrective repair of campus HVAC systems to include low and medium pressure steam components, heating hydronic systems, motors, pumps, air handlers, exhaust fans, and Building Automation Systems. Working under limited supervision, monitors building system operations and performance. Overtime and on-call required. **What you’ll do** + Follows all applicable codes, regulations, governmental agency, and Company directives related to building operations and work safety. + Leads operations, assigns work orders, and/or provides technical and procedural training of coworkers and subcontractors. Arranges for subcontractors as needed. + Consults with clients to schedule preventive maintenance and other downtime to minimize business interruption and inconvenience. + Formulates and implements a preventive maintenance program to ensure that building machinery and systems meet or exceed their rated life. + Oversees and inspects the work performed by engineering staff. + Responds quickly to emergency situations, summoning assistance as needed. + Completes other duties as assigned. + Oversee a team of five technicians to ensure a 24/7 operational schedule. + To perform this job successfully, an individual must perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. + Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. **What you’ll need** + Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future. + Associate's degree (AA) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school and a minimum of seven years related experience and/or trade school training. Or equivalent combination of education and experience. + Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) from four-year college or university preferred. + Experience with Building Automation System (BAS) control systems, including ABB, Metasys, Phoenix, and pneumatic systems. + Universal CFC certification required. Certifications/licenses as may be required by local or state jurisdictions. + Excellent written and verbal communication skills. + Physical requirements to include stooping, standing, climbing and frequent lifting of a minimum of 50 lbs. Must have the ability to operate an EMS and CMMS system. Intermediate skills with Microsoft Office Suite. + Decisions made with thorough understanding of procedures, company policies, and business practices to achieve general results and goals. Responsible for setting work unit and/or project goals. Errors in judgment may cause short-term impact to department. + Responsible for personal safety and the safety of those who are affected by your work. **Why CBRE** When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values — respect, integrity, service and excellence — and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome all applicants. **Applicant 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. **Equal Employment Opportunity:** CBRE has a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law. **Candidate Accommodations:** CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company’s success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at recruitingaccommodations@cbre.com or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada). CBRE, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer (Women/Minorities/Persons with Disabilities/US Veterans)