Job Title
Manager
Job Description Summary
Job Description
What you will be doing:
Provide leadership and supervision of engineering and maintenance staff, including hiring, training, personnel development and performance review
Oversee properties totaling 500k square feet or more
Conduct and assist with inspections and surveys, including energy audits and analysis, HVAC, electrical and plumbing systems, environmental and ADA compliance
Supervise and review technical operations, surveys, energy audits and analysis, HVAC and electrical and plumbing systems, environmental compliance, ADA compliance and acquisitions, and third-party surveys
Support property management in the development and updating of preventive maintenance and engineering procedures, hazardous materials communication plans, fire safety and emergency action plans, life safety programs, quality control for domestic and process water and indoor air quality programs
Assist in the development of the property(s) operations budget. Provide operating cost estimates and comparisons in regard to service contracts, R&M estimates, utility consumption and spend, supplies, repair parts, department payroll , life safety programs and procedures, domestic water quality control, and enforcement of EPA and OSHA compliance
Assist in the development of the Capital Budget Program, as well as the short and long term planning and analytics
Coordinate and track career development for engineers and perform or assist in mid-year/annual performance evaluations of all engineering staff
Oversee all building systems, including fire/life safety programs, plumbing, HVAC and electrical issues; must remain current with latest HVAC technology trends as well as preventive and predictive maintenance methodology
Coordinate maintenance efforts with outside contractors, tenant finish personnel and engineers
Assist Property Management in the review and approval of construction documents. Ensure building standards are applied and adhered too accordingly
Develop specifications and assist in solicitation and administration of maintenance/repair service contracts
Assist in formulating marketing presentations/proposals, start-up processes for building acquisitions and reverse acquisitions, and the coordination of building equipment and services in support of tenant construction products
Ensure compliance with applicable codes, requisitions, government agencies, and company directives related to building operations
Assist the Property or Facility Manager in rehabilitation projects, such as the replacement of HVAC systems, new roof installations, plumbing repairs, and modifications to other building systems. Provide support to the Property or Facility Manager in the following areas:
- Develop and present feasibility studies.
- Generate budget estimates.
- Create a schedule and oversee its progress.
- Draft contract documents that reflect the scope of work.
- Oversee the bidding process.
- Prepare and fast-track the approval of all internal control documents.
- Supervise the construction process to ensure adherence to contract documents.
- Liaise all activities with the user and Internal Support Groups.
- Keep comprehensive project files that track progress, approvals, financial details, and contracts.
- Conduct final inspections, address punch list items, and facilitate necessary adjustments.
You are:
Have more than 10 years engineering experience with significant supervisory responsibility in a commercial property setting experience in the operation, installation and maintenance of building systems with in depth technical understanding and knowledge of all HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire/life safety, and control systems.
Appropriate license/permit for trade as may be required, i.e. Journeyman or Master Electrician License or City Licenses
Universal Technician for CFCs depending on market licensure requirements or any similar combination of education and experience
Knowledge and understanding of all applicable practices/techniques, laws, project controls, and environmental regulations
Familiar with Energy Management System (EMS)/programming, fire alarm systems, and Building Management Systems
Proficiency in the preparation of staff schedules, after hour assignment scheduling and coordination, preventive maintenance schedules and the ability to assess and prioritize immediate needs.
General knowledge of the property management financial reporting with primary focus on R&M expenses, Utility expenses and Capital expenses, as they pertain the departments allocated monthly and annual budget. Should possess the knowledge to clearly explain favorable and unfavorable variances the monthly and year to date R&M and Utility expenses.
Why join Cushman & Wakefield
As one of the leading global real estate services firms transforming the way people work, shop and live working at Cushman & Wakefield means you will benefit from;
Career development and a promote from within culture
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