Responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of building engineering operations.
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Provide technical expertise and guidance to Senior Property Manager (SPM)/Property Manager (PM) and engineer staff on property specific engineering issues and topics.
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Assure that all life safety systems, emergency equipment, and training procedures are followed at each specific property.
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Develop procedures, processes and standards for updating and maintaining building engineering related data management systems.
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Assist SPM/PM in establishing and implementing client service goals, measurable objectives and standards for all engineering staff, programs and procedures.
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Review and exceptional understanding of lease language and contracts.
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Provide technical guidance, and/or training to on-site team and make recommendations as needed.
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Engage with peer group across CRE industry to develop a strong network to identify improvements and contribute to the success of the asset.
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Consult with customers to schedule preventive maintenance and other downtime to minimize business interruption and inconvenience.
Employee Relations
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Assist in interviewing, hiring and training engineering employees.
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Plan, assign, and direct work for engineering team.
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Provide performance feedback and improvement plans to engineering employees.
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Address complaints effectively; problem solve with employees, customers, and vendors.
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Implement clear, measurable performance objectives, personal development goals, and staffing plans that ensure building engineering and overall goals and objectives are met.
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Conduct performance appraisal meetings with engineering staff periodically; and recommend input for employee compensation / performance bonus annually.
Project Management
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Lead and coordinate maintenance and operational programs to assure maximum life and reliability of all MEP maintenance, communications, and energy management systems.
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Implement and assure all preventative maintenance objectives are met and documented.
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Assist Property Experience Team in maintaining physical appearance and condition standards for all properties. Conduct frequent and regular site inspections and implement corrective measures as required.
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Administer, along with SPM/PM, lease administration functions such as: approving all tenant finish drawings regarding existing MEP modifications and add on's, evaluating and monitoring tenant
compliance to lease provisions, answering questions about MEP's
, and design & operations related to customer comfort.
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Analyze costs for heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC); monitor excess energy billings; maintain reporting for energy conservation, Energy Star and related sustainability initiatives.
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Work closely with Risk Management to maintain safe operating procedures, and minimize potential
property loss situations.
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Lead technical investigations, compile and present reports and recommendations when required.
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Make decisions with in-depth understanding and interpretation of procedures, company policies and business practices to achieve desired results.
Budget
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Develop with the SPM/PM, a property specific engineering budget.
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Implement and monitor expenses directly related to each specific site engineering budget.
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Manage all inventory control programs and systems to the highest accuracies and cost efficiencies.
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Perform expense management functions for suppliers and outside MEP contractors.
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Expense management functions for suppliers include initiating and coordinating bidding and pricing, sourcing and selecting vendors, issuing purchase orders and receipt of contract, and confirming approval payment of goods or services.
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Expense management functions for outside MEP contractors include evaluating performance and contract cost, establishing competitive bidding provisions and quality and cost control, and selecting contractor and vendors.
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Work with Sr. Chief Engineer and Portfolio Manager to evaluate building system components; make recommendations for effective long-term asset plan for replacements & major component repairs as needed.
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Ad hoc responsibilities as assigned.
Essential Functions:
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Ability to consistently apply education, experience and good judgement to the job responsibilities at a consistently high level of performance, both in quantity and quality.
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Ability to consistently and resourcefully handle multiple priorities under rapidly changing circumstances and goals, including within short timelines.
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Ability to consistently, frequently and effectively communicate, coordinate and collaborate with individuals and groups primarily face-to-face, but also by telephone and electronic media.
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Exceptional ability to adapt, to innovate, and to understand and comply with Granite's policies and culture, along with all applicable laws and the highest ethical standards.
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Ability to concentrate for long periods of time, whether alone or working with people in close proximity to you.
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Ability to consistently attend work and to be punctual at the office.
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Ability to be on-site at the building during the duration of each scheduled shift, participate in on-call rotation as needed, and effectively respond to emergency situations as quickly as possible.
Qualifications/Requirements:
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2 - 4 year degree, such as an Associate's degree or trade education in HVAC or Electrical Engineer preferred, high school diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required.
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15+ years related experience.
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Experience managing high rise with Class AA or A commercial office space preferred.
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Experience with communication and reporting to institutional investment partners preferred.
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Exceptional customer service and experience with high priority customers preferred.
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Mixed-use and/or Association Management experience preferred.
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Participation in Building Owners & Managers Association (BOMA) preferred.
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Appropriate city licenses, SMA or SMT, Maintenance Electrician License, Stationary Engineer License or HVAC Contractor's License required.
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Advanced specialized building system certifications in such areas as heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC), energy management, air and water quality, safety and security, MEP and electronics.
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Strong supervisory experience.
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Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude required.
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Strong verbal communication and professional writing skills required.
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Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret complex business documents, leases, budgets, and develop innovative solutions.
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Ability to make effective and persuasive presentations on complex topics to employees, customers, partners, Granite leadership, and/or public groups. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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