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ABM Industries

Chief Building Engineer

Philadelphia, PAfull time including weekendsmidAdded 1 month ago

About this role

Lead the engineering department in managing installation, repair, and maintenance of building systems and physical plant operations. Oversee HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and equipment maintenance while ensuring safety compliance and coordinating with facility management on operational projects.

What you'll do

  • Supervise the engineering department and coordinate maintenance activities
  • Manage installation, repair, and maintenance of facility equipment and systems
  • Oversee grounds, utilities, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and pavement upkeep
  • Implement and document site safety plans and operational standards
  • Enforce engineering department policies, procedures, and site-specific guidelines
  • Assist facility manager with operational and capital projects

What they're looking for

  • Building systems and equipment maintenance
  • HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems knowledge
  • Safety planning and compliance
  • Department supervision and coordination
  • Project management
  • Documentation and record-keeping
  • Facility operations management
  • Problem-solving and troubleshooting
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ABM Industries

ABM Industries manages facility operations and building systems maintenance across multiple locations, ensuring optimal performance of mechanical and infrastructure systems. The company is hiring for Building Engineers to oversee facility maintenance and operations, as well as senior technical leadership roles focused on engineering strategy and network infrastructure optimization.

Website
abm.com
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Likely interview questions

  • Can you describe your experience supervising engineering teams and managing departmental operations in a facility setting?
  • Tell us about a time you identified and resolved a critical HVAC, plumbing, or electrical system failure. How did you prioritize the work?