Building Engineer

POSITION

The Building Engineeris an integral and highly visible role within the Company, working in partnership with asset and property management teams. In addition, theBuilding Engineer must be a problem solver working in an entrepreneurial environment.

LOCATION

Houston, Texas

RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsibilities of the Building Engineer include, but are not limited to:

• Supervise vendors and contractors upon instruction of the Senior Asset Manager, Property Manager(s), Assistant Property Manager, and Property Coordinator.
• Management of maintenance programs, building systems, tracking, and scheduling of third-party inspections for building infrastructure, e.g., fire life safety, HVAC, electrical, elevators, etc.
• Scheduling and completion of work orders for general maintenance and repairs.
• Preparation of purchase orders for projects as needed.
• Reviewing vendor proposals and knowledge of cost of repairs.
• Coordination and monitoring of vendor or contractor progress as needed.
• Daily property inspection and the reporting of any needed repairs to the Senior Asset Manager, Property Manager(s), Assistant Property Manager, Property Coordinator.
• Inspection of building equipment and provision of preventative maintenance services.
• Maintenance of inventory levels of maintenance equipment supplies.
• Completion of all paperwork daily or as required by Property Manager(s).
• Response to after-hours and weekend maintenance emergencies and inspections as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum three to five years of general maintenance experience.
• HVAC certification preferred.
• Ability to negotiate service contracts and minor construction contracts.
• Basic computer skills.
• Customer Service skills.
• Good time management skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally internally within the organization and externally with tenants, vendors, and other outside parties.
• Must possess a strong work ethic.
• Yardi and Facility Manager work order experience a plus.

BGSF is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal opportunities for employment to all qualified people, regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, disability status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.