Chief Building Engineer Supervisor

About the Role:

Chief Building Engineer Supervisor – Somerville, MA (Assembly Row)Lead a Skilled Engineering Team at a Premier Healthcare Campus

Ready to take the next step in your engineering leadership career? CBRE is seeking a Chief Building Engineer Supervisor to lead a team of engineers supporting a dynamic** three-building healthcare headquarters campus** in the heart of** Assembly Row, Somerville**.

Conveniently located near the MBTA Orange Line, this highly visible corporate campus offers an exciting opportunity for an emerging engineering leader who enjoys mentoring teams, solving complex facility challenges, and making a direct impact on building operations.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Leadership Experience– Supervise and develop a team of** 5 engineering professionals**
• Premier Location – Work at a modern healthcare corporate headquarters campus in vibrant Assembly Row with easy public transit access
• Work-Life Balance – Standard daytime working hours with a typical Monday–Friday schedule
• Competitive Rewards– Includes a company phone, uniforms provided, and eligibility for a** 10% annual performance bonus**
• Career Growth – Join the world's leading commercial real estate services company and build your leadership career within a global organization

What You'll Do

Check building systems including all MEP, fire alarms, electrical, HVAC, and plumbing to ensure the operation of equipment is within design capabilities and achieves environmental conditions prescribed by the client.

Oversee and inspect the work performed by engineering staff to make sure the work is complete; equipment is functioning accurately, and client space is in great working condition.

Track the training and development of staff. Conduct performance evaluations and provide mentorship opportunities. Coordinate the recruiting and hiring of new employees.

Coordinate and manage the team's daily activities. Establish work schedules, assign tasks, and cross-train staff.

Set and track staff and department deadlines. Mentor and coach as needed.

Develop, implement, and communicate preventive maintenance programs and safety procedure manuals.

Ensure that mechanics and technicians receive accurate information and materials about assignments to complete work activities successfully.

Develop material and labor cost estimates for work orders, preventative maintenance activities, systems, and construction projects.

Establish and maintain budgets for facilities maintenance.

Respond to emergency situations and ask for help when needed.

Apply advanced knowledge to seek and develop new, better methods for accomplishing both individual and department objectives.

Showcase expertise in own job subject area and in-depth knowledge of other job subject areas within the organization function.

Coach others to develop in-depth knowledge and expertise in most or all areas within the function.

Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values. Anticipates potential objections and persuades others, often at senior levels and of divergent interest, to embrace a different point of view.

Impact the achievement of customer, operational, project, or service objectives across multi-discipline teams. Work is guided by functional policies which impact the design of procedures and policies.

Contribute to new products, processes, standards, and/or operational plans in support of achieving functional goals.

Communicate difficult and complex ideas with the ability to influence.

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.
• Trade License is preferred.
• Experience in a leadership position in a related field is a plus.
• 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.
• Proficient in effectively managing tasks with a curious attitude.
• Highly sophisticated math skills. Ability to calculate somewhat complex figures such as percentages, fractions, and other financial-related calculations.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future

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.

• Benefits start 1st of the month: Medical, dental vision, PTO, 401k, etc.
• Internal advancement available after 6 month mark
• Competitive Pay

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.