Chief Building Engineer - Jacksonville Job ID 237881 Posted 11-Sep-2025 Service line GWS Segment Role type Full-time Areas of Interest Engineering/Maintenance, Facilities Management Location(s) Jacksonville - Florida - United States of America GWS|Local is a hard services-led, tailored facility management solution. We self-perform hard services while partnering with best-in-class soft service providers to offer bespoke facility and project management solutions to our clients. We focus on empowering our team with a high-level of downstream accountability resulting in an agile and efficient service delivery. In addition to our core facility and project management capabilities, our platform offers direct access to our Best-in-Class services, including ESG, Security Consulting, Workplace Strategy, and Workplace Experience. **About the role** Responsible for engineering operations and oversees vendors and subcontractors. Applies sophisticated skills to perform complex preventive maintenance and corrective repair of buildings, industrial systems, vehicles, equipment, and grounds. Working under limited supervision, monitors building system operations and performance. Uses several trade skills such as carpentry, plumbing, electrical, painting, roofing, heating, and cooling. **What You’ll Do** •Ensure compliance with all applicable codes, regulations, and company directives related to building operations and workplace safety. •Lead engineering operations, assigning work orders and coordinating tasks among coworkers and subcontractors; provide technical guidance and informal training. •Schedule and oversee preventive maintenance to minimize business disruption and extend the life of building systems. •Monitor and maintain building systems including HVAC, plumbing, and fire alarms to ensure optimal performance and environmental compliance. •Inspect work performed by engineering staff and subcontractors to ensure quality and adherence to standards. •Respond promptly to emergency situations, coordinating assistance as needed. •Maintain accurate documentation and complete other duties as assigned. **Safety Champion / Chief Engineer** •This dual-role position combines technical leadership with a strong focus on safety and compliance. The Chief Engineer / Safety Champion: •Oversees all engineering operations and ensures optimal system performance. •Leads safety initiatives, fostering a culture of risk awareness and regulatory compliance. •Applies deep engineering knowledge and problem-solving skills to manage projects and resolve issues efficiently. •Promotes continuous improvement and operational excellence through proactive planning and team coordination. **What you’ll need** •Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future. •Associate's degree (AA) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school and a minimum of seven years related experience and/or trade school training. Or equivalent combination of education and experience. •Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) from four-year college or university preferred. •Universal CFC certification required. Certifications/licenses as may be required by local or state jurisdictions. •Excellent written and verbal communication skills. •Physical requirements to include stooping, standing, climbing and frequent lifting of a minimum of 50 lbs. Must have the ability to operate an EMS and CMMS system. Intermediate skills with Microsoft Office Suite. •Decisions made with thorough understanding of procedures, company policies, and business practices to achieve general results and goals. Responsible for setting work unit and/or project goals. Errors in judgment may cause short-term impact to department. •Responsible for personal safety and the safety of those who are affected by your work. **Why CBRE** When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values — respect, integrity, service and excellence — and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to realize your full potential. **Our Values in Hiring** At CBRE, we are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels they belong. We value diverse perspectives and experiences, and we welcome all applications. **Equal Employment Opportunity:** CBRE has a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law. **Candidate Accommodations:** CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company’s success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at recruitingaccommodations@cbre.com or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada). CBRE GWS CBRE Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) works with clients to make real estate a meaningful contributor to organizational productivity and performance. Our account management model is at the heart of our client-centric approach to delivering integrated real estate solutions. Each client is entrusted with a dedicated leader and is supported by regional and global resources, leveraging the industry's most robust platform. CBRE GWS delivers consistent, measurably superior outcomes for our clients at every stage of the lifecycle, and across industries and geographies. 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