Lead Building Engineer

Cushman & Wakefield
Durham, NC

Job Title

Lead Building Engineer

Job Description Summary

Job Description

EDUCATION

  • High School Diploma or GED required

  • Completion of an apprenticeship or trade school program preferred

EXPERIENCE

  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in mechanical electrical and plumbing systems within a commercial property environment

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Relevant trade licenses or permits as required (e.g. Journeyman Master Electrician City Licenses)

  • EPA Section 608 Universal certification for refrigerants

  • Valid drivers license with a clean driving record

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook Excel and Word

  • Experience with HVAC systems boilers pumps compressors and water systems

  • Familiarity with energy management systems and building operations

TRAVEL REQUIRMENT:

  • This position requires ability to travel overnight a few times per month.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Inspect and maintain HVAC systems including air handlers chillers boilers and rooftop units.

  • Diagnose and troubleshoot HVAC issues ensuring timely and effective repairs.

  • Monitor building automation systems (BAS) and adjust settings for optimal energy efficiency.

  • Perform seasonal HVAC system start-up and shutdown procedures.

  • Conduct routine inspections of building infrastructure including roofs windows doors and structural components.

  • Maintain logs and records of HVAC performance maintenance activities and repairs.

  • Assist with capital improvement projects related to building systems and infrastructure.

  • Support daily operations and maintenance of mechanical electrical and plumbing systems as well as general building maintenance.

  • Supervise maintenance staff when applicable; assign and monitor maintenance tasks and projects.

  • Perform preventive maintenance including filter changes motor lubrication lamp and fixture replacements belt inspections and adjustments motor bearing replacements and shaft alignments.

  • Recommendenhancements to the preventive maintenance program.

  • Develop and maintain building-specific maintenance procedures.

  • Coordinate maintenance activities with external contractors and technicians.

  • Manage inventory and stock control for maintenance supplies.

  • Respond promptly to emergencies (e.g. fire equipment failure) and tenant concerns.

  • Ensure compliance with all relevant codes regulations and safety practices.

  • Provide regular updates on building operations through monthly reporting.

  • Complete all required safety training annually.

  • Maintain a professional appearance and adhere to uniform standards.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

  • The following outlines typical physical requirements for this role. Reasonable accommodations may be provided as needed.

  • Abilityto lift and move equipment up to 50 lbs.

  • Tasks may involve standing bending crouching climbing and reaching.

  • Movement across various work areas may be required.

  • Visual ability to read printed materials drawings and schematics.

Cushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs generally including health vision and dental insurance flexible spending accounts health savings accounts retirement savings plans life and disability insurance programs and paid and unpaid time away from addition to a comprehensive benefits package Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location date of hire total hours worked job type business line and applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement the geographic area in which the work will be performed market pay rates in that area and the candidates experience and qualifications.

The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role.

Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman & Wakefield please call the ADA line at 1- or email . Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.

INCO: Cushman & Wakefield
Posted 2025-11-19

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