Regional Chief Engineer

Job SummaryThe Regional Chief will support the SVP & Director of Engineering in managing and monitoring the financial performance of the Engineering Department, including understanding the budget, operating within the guidelines of the budget, and ensuring operations are managed to maximize profitability without sacrificing service.The Regional Chief will act in partnership with the entire Asset Services Team in support of business development opportunities, including sourcing and participating in pursuits. The Regional Chief will be a technical resource to the Engineering Team for which it is responsible and be responsible for ensuring the Team successfully meets the on-going maintenance demands of their respective assignments and does so with a high level of professionalism, including timely responses to and resolution of tenant and owner requests.

Essential Functions

Participate and support business development activesServe as a technical resource to the Engineering teamManage and lead team of Building Engineers and Maintenance Technicians including recruitment, supervision, scheduling, training, development, evaluation and disciplinary action of employeesProvide coaching, direction and leadership to employees in order to achieve portfolio, company and client resultsPromote and maintain a positive working environment in alignment with Kidder Mathews valuesConduct regular team meetings and safety trainingsDevelop and implement the preventative maintenance program for the portfolioEnsure scheduled inspections are completed and turned in on time; perform inspections on assigned propertiesEnsure noted items on inspection checklists which require additional follow up are resolved and/or communicated to the Property ManagerProvide feedback to Property Manager regarding needed repairs, special services, etc.Ensure routine and scheduled maintenance and custodial tasks are completed (e.g. change HVAC filters, rebuild faucets, fix toilets, clear roof drains, etc.); perform these tasks on assigned propertiesRead and interpret manuals, constructions drawings, diagrams, and work orders to perform required maintenance and tasksMaintain quality appearance of property to Kidder Mathews and Client's standardsParticipate in property tours or meetings with clientsPartner with contracted vendors and ensure quality of work performed by themReview, monitor and/or draft scope of services/specifications for contracted servicesPartner with management to develop specifications for contracted servicesProvide direction or supervision to contracted vendors and contractors ensuring quality of work is completed as expectedRespond to and resolve tenant service requests (e.g. running toilets, leaking faucets, etc.)Provide excellent customer service by interacting in a professional and positive manner with clients, vendors, coworkers, etc.Support and participate in annual operating and capital budgeting process as requestedUse a variety of hand and power tools following all safety practicesEnsure a safe, clean work environment is maintained and that all safety procedures are being followedEnsure that all accidents and any potential safety hazards are reported immediately

Other Functions

Perform other duties or projects as requested or required

Essential Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the competencies (minimum knowledge, skill, and ability) required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education

High School diploma or equivalentValid driver's license, automobile liability insurance and the ability to be covered by our insurerMaintain an O7C electrical certification where applicable

EXPERIENCe REQUIRED

10+ years' experience in commercial building maintenance or related field10+ years' experience operating relevant computer hardware/software (e.g. HVAC, security, MS Office, Work order system, smart phones, etc.)3+ years in a direct supervisory role

Required Knowledge

Demonstrated working knowledge of typical office building systems (e.g. mechanical, fire and life safety, electrical, HVAC, security systems, plumbing, etc.)

Skills and Ability

Ability to obtain an employee fidelity bondAble to work with minimal supervision and lead by exampleExcellent communication and organizational skills.Ability to build relationships with clients, vendors, and internal partnersAbility to provide excellent customer service and mediate difficult client situationsAbility to speak, write and understand EnglishProfessional communication etiquette with good oral and written communication skillsDemonstrated ability to function in a team environment and proactively problem solveAbility to prioritize, multi-task and utilize resources to execute tasks within a deadline-oriented environmentDemonstrated initiative and trouble shooting skillsDemonstrated ability to use relevant technology including work order system and smart phoneWillingness and demonstration of professional development and continual learningDemonstrated ability to follow through and complete tasksAvailable to work overtime and be on call as neededProfessional, clean and neat appearanceAbility to provide small hand tools as needed.Must have dependable vehicle capable of transporting needed tools/equipment (e.g. ladder, power washer, hand tools, power tools, etc.)

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes, loud noise, airborne particles and both hot and cold temperatures.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling and climbing all day. The employee must frequently lift and/or move items up to 10 pounds and sometimes more than 10 pounds and rarely over 50 pounds. The employee must frequently climb a ladder. Specific vision abilities are required to do this job including close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth vision and the ability to adjust focus. The employee must frequently drive an automobile.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Direct and indirect supervisory responsibility for up to 9+ Chief Engineers, in direct Building Engineers and/or Maintenance Technicians reports