Description:
The Senior Building Engineer is responsible for the day-to-day maintenance of the Property including oversight onperformance of contracted vendors. This position is also responsible for the operation of the Property in accordance with the established goals and objectives of Sabey Corporation. The Senior Building Engineer reports to the Senior Property Manager or Director of Property Management Operations.
Principle Responsibilities:
- Respond to tenant requests for property management services. Coordinate and supervise the work of outside contractors and vendors, such as carpentry, plumbing, heating, HVAC, electrical, elevator and inspect for completion of assignments.
- Assure that the assigned property is operating safely and efficiently and that all scheduled preventative maintenance functions are completed fully and in a timely manner.
- Develop scope of project – work with vendors to determine pricing on upcoming budget items. Monitor budget and ensure budgeted projects are completed on time.
- Conduct routine inspections of common areas, mechanical equipment and tenant spaces for cleanliness and good repair.
- Maintain central file system of operating logs, vendor contracts, operating budgets, maintenance logs, emergency manuals, etc.
- Communicate effectively with team members on scheduled tasks and projects.
- Inventory tools and supplies regularly. Maintain onsite stools and equipment.
- Oversee and implement Fire Life Safety Programs established for the property in accordance with local codes. Understand and implement all emergency procedures including familiarizing tenants with these procedures. Serve as Fire Director for properties assigned, implementing all emergency procedures, evacuations and notifications as appropriate.
- Order paper products and other building supplies and materials as needed.
- Meet with regularly contracted vendors such as Janitorial to ensure contract standards are met and vendor has all of the necessary tools & instruction to maintain a clean & safe facility.
- Coordinate move in/move out of tenants in the Property. Provide access to the Property for vendors, contractors and other tenant move in/move out procedures.
- Submit information on overall repairs and maintenance and capital proposals for consideration in budgetprocess.
- Operate, maintain and monitor energy management systems, perform confidence tests and equipment tests/audits as directed.
- Ensure properties are safe & accessible with clear drainage and/or clear of ice or snow during seasonal events.
- Participate in the duties of the on-call engineer, performed after regular business hours, as assigned.
- Provide information/procedures for the operation of “Building Critical Systems” to be used by the “On-Call Engineer” during the course of responding to after-hours service calls. (Such as HVAC, fire alarm, security systems, tenant and vendor contacts, etc.)
- Coordinate security system operations including coordination between vendors and tenants. Understand operations of and review security cameras as necessary.
- Create and submit incident reports using system provided and submit to required parties.
- Inspect rooftops, exterior walls, parking facilities or lots, window systems, and doors & locks as needed.
- Utilize Yardi accounting system to issue purchase orders and approve invoices.
- Utilize Yardi or other system to perform regular inspections and update maintenance records for equipment.
- Review and provide comments for submitted tenant improvement drawings as necessary.
- Monitor work quality of exterior vendors including but not limited to carpet cleaners, window washers, janitorial staff, landscapers, parking lot sweepers and pest control.
- Participate and adhere to the Policy of Procedures as established by the property management group and amended as needed.
- Embody Sabey core values and participate in team building events.
- Special projects as assigned.
Essential Functions:
- Advanced knowledge of the English language – oral and written comprehension and expression required.
- Ability to perform labor intensive tasks including but not limited to, climbing ladders, fixing plumbing, painting buildings, accessing rooftops.
- Ability to interface with technology including operating computers and smart phones – must be able to text, email, send and receive photos.
- Ability to travel between property sites.
- Ability to operate power tools
- Ability to stoop or crouch for any amount of time
- Ability to maneuver or lift up to 50 pounds
- Ability to occasionally work in wet, hot, humid, or cold conditions
Minimum Qualifications:
- 3+ years of experience providing building services or facilities operation
- High school diploma or GED
- Valid WA state driver’s license, a clean driving record, and auto insurance