Senior Chief Engineer

The Building People delivers integrated solutions that connect technology, buildings, and people to optimize real estate performance, facility operations, and workforce outcomes. With over 450 contracts delivered across 187 project locations, we manage more than 1,700 facilities and support $38.5B in federal and commercial assets. Leveraging AI-driven automation, data analytics, and platform-agnostic systems, we create high-performing, future-ready environments that reduce cost, improve efficiency, and enable mission success. Founded in 2012, we now have over 450 employees supporting 23 federal agencies-making us a trusted leader in delivering technology-infused building solutions across the public sector.

The Building People is committed to fostering a workplace where every employee can thrive. Using tools like the Predictive Index, we thoughtfully align individual strengths with team needs -ensuring the right fit, the right role, and long-term success.

Our culture is rooted in integrity, innovation, and service. Through our growing philanthropy program, we support communities by focusing on gratitude, giving back, partnerships, and mentorship.

Our Market Offerings Include:

• Real Estate & Workplace
• Facilities Management
• Facilities Operations & Maintenance
• Project Management & Engineering
• Workforce Transformation & Organizational Design
• Mission Support
• Smart Buildings & Energy Efficiency
• Technology Solutions

Join our rapidly growing team and help shape the future of real estate, facilities, and community impact.

Job Description
The Building People has an opportunity available for a Senior Chief Engineer to oversee approximately 1,000,000 SF in Kings Point, NY (North-Western Nassau County). The Senior Chief Engineer will cover the following duties:

Duties/Responsibilities:

• As a member of the contract PMO, to oversee the maintenance and continuous operation of all building systems
• Supervisory and management support to Preventive Maintenance Supervisor, engineers and maintenance staff
• Create and routinely update a documented plan that includes preventive, predictive and reactive maintenance procedures
• Participate regularly in client-facing and property team communications
• Lead, create and manage the engineering budget and participate in the overall operating budget process
• Assist in the development of a capital improvement plan
• Select, schedule, supervise and direct contractors/vendors, monitor and document performance
• Respond effectively to emergencies and service calls
• Provide timely update to Property Management Team
• Assist with soliciting proposals from vendors for assigned projects.
• Lead and organize ongoing technical, safety, and operational process training programs and procedures
• Other duties as requested by property management team and/or client
• Oversee large, complex facilities and maintenance projects
• Contributes to the organization through strategy definition and implementation of directed initiatives
• Develops or assists with documentation and information maintenance
• Ensure all facilities systems are in proper working order by ensuring preventative maintenance is conducted and issues are addressed promptly
• Leads complex facilities projects
• Accurately estimates building costs and project timelines
• Communicates status of facilities projects to supervisor and others impacted in the facility
• Oversee maintenance and operations contracts with vendors
• Secures and maintains maintenance and operations contracts
• Ensure contracts are maintained and services are scheduled as needed to maintain continuity of operations
• Prepares reports and maintains records associated with vendor operation and maintenance, and facility operation and maintenance
• Produces written reports as requested or needed and by specified deadline
• Develop and Implement Facility Related Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)
• Prepares and/or implements a detailed preventative maintenance plan for equipment to include routine testing of critical systems and equipment
• Leads or assists in coordinating or performing inspections
• Assists with safety equipment, inspection, certification, and maintenance
• Assists with establishing emergency contact procedures for unscheduled system interruptions or equipment malfunctions
• Assist as necessary with activities related to safety and operations committee meetings
• Provides technical assistance during emergency response incidents as necessary
• Applies knowledge of principles, methods, and equipment relating to steam generation, refrigeration, mechanical and electrical requirements in training

Skills & Requirements
Skills/Qualifications:

• Minimum 15 years of progressive related experience in Building Infrastructure Operations and Management
• Ability to prepare clear strategic planning procedures and user-friendly templates to assist entities in undertaking forward, strategic planning.
• Broad knowledge of all phases of engineering, field activities, production techniques, building materials, and construction methods for development of various work areas.
• Understands technical issues and costs related to selection of design features and unique requirements.
• Broad knowledge of building industry, government compliance & regulatory standards and environmental compliance laws and requirements.
• Experienced with engineering work planning, scheduling and cost estimating.
• Experienced managing knowledge of sustainability and its integration into the design and the construction of various buildings.
• Must have excellent interpersonal skills, be a team player and have a knowledge sharing approach.
• Ability to solve problems by thinking laterally and be able to understand the needs and requirements of the client and various entities - to provide planning / design / feasibility solutions in a multi -disciplinary / multi - sectional context.
• Must be self-driven and able to plan and execute work without direct supervision from senior management and/or peers.
• Must be flexible and adapt to working in a demanding environment, including the need to travel and work remotely if / when required.
• Vocational or technical training in MEP fields.
• Professional licensing in aligned MEP and Construction trades.
• Experience in managing and maintaining Fire Life Safety systems and Fire Suppression
• Substantial experience in the maintenance and operation of a highly technical facility as well dispersed buildings with systems integration.
• Significant experience in managing multiple projects and tasks simultaneously.
• Supervisory experience, demonstrated experience planning, scheduling, and supervising complex maintenance projects.
• A well-rounded background in all the building trades.
• Experience with high pressure steam boilers.
• Knowledge and experience with Geothermal Heat Pump systems and infrastructure.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Direct Digital Control (DDC) systems.
• Skill in problem solving and critical thinking associated with HVAC, Electricity, Plumbing; and other building maintenance.
• Demonstrated skill in leadership.
• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills and ability to engage with a diverse group of people.
• Demonstrated computer skills including Microsoft word, Excel, software for building equipment and control systems, familiarity with programmable logic controllers; basic computer hardware troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to coordinate a large building and/or grounds program.
• Ability to effectively read and interpret blueprints, construction plans and written specifications.
• Ability to estimate building costs and project timelines.

Preferred Certifications (not required)

• Universal CFC
• EPA 608
• Journeyman License (or equivalent) for one or more of the following: Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical
• Boiler Operator certification
• CFM (IFMA)
• PMP
• NATE (North American Technician Excellence) w/ specialty
• NICET certified
• UA Star HVAC Mastery Certification
• HVAC Excellence Professional Level Certification

Qualifications

*Our positions may require a background screening and clearance directly from the Government.

*Please note that telework arrangements are subject to change based on customer requirements.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Competitive benefits for eligible employees include:

• Medical & Rx
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Life Insurance/AD&D
• Long Term Disability and Short-Term Disability
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay

All positions require a background check after acceptance of our offer. The selected candidate will be eligible to begin employment before the background check has been finalized. However, continued employment will be contingent upon the results of your reference/background check from The Building People, LLC. Your position may require special credentialing, clearance, and access as a condition of employment. In the event the government or client does not sponsor or approve your clearance, it may result in termination of your employment.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at reasonableaccomodation@thebuildingpeople.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.

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