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Burnett Staffing Specialists

Chief Engineer

houston, TX

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About this opportunity

Burnett Staffing Specialists lists this Chief Engineer opportunity in houston, Texas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.

Job description

Location: Greenway 77046

Chief Engineer Position Summary We are seeking an experienced Chief Engineer to oversee the operation, maintenance, safety, and reliability of a Class A commercial office property. This hands‑on leadership role supervises the building engineering team, manages critical building systems, coordinates vendors and contractors, and works closely with Property Management to ensure a safe, efficient, and professional building environment.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and supervise building engineering staff, including scheduling, training, work assignments, and performance.

Oversee daily operation and maintenance of HVAC, chillers, cooling towers, electrical, plumbing, BAS/controls, generators, elevators, lighting, and fire/life‑safety systems.

Manage preventive maintenance programs, inspections, work orders, repairs, and equipment documentation.

Troubleshoot equipment issues and respond to outages, leaks, alarms, and building emergencies.

Ensure customer comfort and respond promptly to building service requests.

Oversee technical vendors and contractors and monitor work for quality, safety, and contract compliance.

Assist with capital projects, equipment replacements, budgets, proposals, and long‑term building improvements.

Monitor building performance and identify energy and water conservation opportunities.

Ensure compliance with applicable safety requirements, inspections, permits, and emergency procedures.

Maintain accurate maintenance records, equipment histories, operating logs, and other engineering documentation.

Qualifications

7–10 years of commercial building engineering experience, preferably in Class A office or a comparable commercial environment.

3–5 years of supervisory or lead engineering experience preferred.

Strong knowledge of HVAC/central plant systems, chillers, cooling towers, electrical distribution, plumbing, BAS/controls, emergency power, and fire/life‑safety systems.

Experience managing preventive maintenance programs, engineering teams, vendors, and contractors.

Experience with capital projects, budgeting, and major equipment repairs or replacements.

Ability to read and interpret mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and architectural drawings.

Strong troubleshooting, leadership, communication, organizational, and customer‑service skills.

EPA Universal Certification and applicable technical licenses/certifications preferred.

BOMI SMA/SMT or comparable building operations credentials are a plus.

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Worksite address

houston, TX, 77246, US

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