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Chief Engineer

NORTH AMERICAN LAND DEVELOPMENT

New Orleans, LA

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Architectural Engineering, Automation Systems, Budget Management, Budgeting, Building Systems, Capital Expenditure (CAPEX), Centralized Operations/Management, Commercial Construction, Commercial Real Estate, Customer Relations, Dental Insurance, Documentation, Electricity, Emergency Response, Energy Efficiency, Energy Management, Engineering, Engineering Management, Equipment Replacement, Forecasting, HVAC, Health Insurance, Home Automation, Identify Issues, Large-Scale Systems, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Maintenance Services, OSHA, On Call, People Management, Performance Management, Plumbing, Preventative Maintenance, Procedure Implementation, Property Maintenance, Property Management, Regulatory Reports, Safety Codes, Safety Standards, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Systems Engineering, Team Lead/Manager, Vendor/Supplier Management, Vision Plan
LOCATION
New Orleans, LA
POSTED
30+ days ago
Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance

Position: Chief Engineer
Location: Downtown New Orleans
Schedule: Monday–Friday; on-call and after-hours support as needed

Job Summary
The Chief Engineer is responsible for the overall management, performance, and reliability of all building systems within a commercial office property. Unlike a Stationary Engineer role, this position provides leadership, direction, and oversight of engineering operations, staff, vendors, and long-term maintenance planning. The Chief Engineer ensures systems are not only operational, but optimized, compliant, and aligned with property goals and budgets.
Key Responsibilities
  • Lead and manage all engineering and maintenance personnel, including scheduling, training, and performance management
  • Oversee the operation and efficiency of HVAC, chiller systems, electrical, and plumbing infrastructure
  • Develop, implement, and enforce preventive and predictive maintenance programs
  • Serve as the primary decision-maker for complex repairs, system failures, and emergency response
  • Manage and approve work performed by third-party vendors and contractors
  • Prepare and manage operating budgets, including forecasting and capital expenditures
  • Identify and recommend equipment upgrades, replacements, and energy efficiency improvements
  • Ensure full compliance with OSHA, local codes, and safety standards
  • Maintain high-level oversight of logs, reporting, and regulatory documentation
  • Act as the main point of contact for property management regarding all engineering matters
  • Establish and enforce standard operating procedures (SOPs) for the engineering team
Qualifications
  • Must have Valid Stationary Engineer license
  • 5+ years of commercial building engineering experience, including leadership/supervisory responsibility
  • Advanced knowledge of central plant operations, including large-scale chiller systems
  • Demonstrated ability to manage teams, vendors, and budgets
  • Strong troubleshooting skills with the ability to oversee—not just perform—repairs
  • Experience with building automation systems (BAS) and energy management preferred
Key Differences from Stationary Engineer Role
  • Leadership vs. Execution: Chief Engineer directs the team; Stationary Engineer performs assigned maintenance and repairs
  • Accountability: Chief Engineer is responsible for overall building performance and compliance, not just individual tasks
  • Decision-Making Authority: Chief Engineer makes final calls on repairs, vendors, and capital improvements
  • Strategic Focus: Chief Engineer handles budgeting, planning, and system optimization; Stationary Engineer focuses on day-to-day operations
  • Supervision: Chief Engineer manages staff; Stationary Engineer typically works independently or under supervision
  • Vendor & Client Interaction: Chief Engineer interfaces regularly with ownership/management and contractors
Compensation & Benefits
  • Competitive salary based on experience
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off (PTO)
  • Company-provided phone

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