Job Description

Job Description
Position Summary

The Regional Chief Engineer (RCE) will support of one or more properties planning, organizing, directing, and controlling mechanical and maintenance operations, including those related to HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems. The RCE will also oversee day-to-day activities of engineering staff members, direct initiatives related to contractor relations, safety, energy management and functions that promote optimal physical habitability. In addition, the RCE will assure compliance with expense guidelines, Company policies, governing codes, and regulations, and when appropriate third-party owner directives.

Position Responsibilities

Implement and manage operating, maintenance, and repair programs to assure maximum life and reliability of all mechanical systems within the property.
Oversee and participate in general maintenance and operation processes which include, but are not limited to:

* HVAC equipment performance
* Plumbing systems
* Electrical systems
* Equipment warranties
* General building maintenance

Procure parts and supplies consistent with management approval and defined physical needs.
Administer necessary inventory control programs and systems to assure maintenance of parts inventory levels, including keying systems and accurate and timely records of receipts and issues.
Provide significant, quality input to the Property Manager on matters related to:

* Approval of all tenant working drawings regarding existing M.E.P. modifications and/or add-ons.
* Monitoring the construction of tenant space.
* Evaluation of tenant compliance with respect to operations and energy provisions of the lease.
* Addressing all tenant questions concerning M.E.P. operations.
* Analysis of escalation efficiency and costs for HVAC and excess energy billings.

Manage expenses and activities driven by relationships with third parties engaged for specific functions.
Participate in Expense Management activities.
Maintain or oversee the maintenance of records and reports that bear on physical facilities.
Will supervise an Engineering staff.

Oversee the management of physical facilities.

Participate in on-going tenant relation programs.
Perform other duties as assigned or requested.

Minimum Requirements

Associate-level degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school or equivalent combination of education and experience.

A minimum of three (3) years of experience in commercial or institutional buildings with complex mechanical, electrical, HVAC, plumbing systems.

Two (2) years of supervisory experience.

Good communication skills both written and verbal.