ABM SERVICES

ABM SERVICES

Chief Engineer

Laguna Hills, CA · Exec

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 6 days ago
LeadershipCommunication

About the role

  • The role combines hands-on technical engineering oversight with facility management responsibilities, including staff leadership, vendor coordination, budget management, and client relationship management.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and manage the facility operating budget, including capital planning
  • Ensure compliance with safety regulations, building codes, and environmental standards
  • Manage preventive maintenance programs and building systems lifecycle planning
  • Lead, train, and supervise engineering and maintenance staff
  • Oversee operation, maintenance, and repair of building systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, life safety, and building automation systems
  • Manage energy efficiency initiatives and system optimization
  • Respond to and manage emergency facility issues as needed

Requirements

  • The ideal candidate will have a strong technical engineering background paired with facility management skills.
  • Strong working knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and building automation systems

Nice to have

  • Serve as the primary point of contact for the client on all facility operations matters at the Laguna Hills site
  • Oversee vendor and subcontractor relationships, including bidding, scheduling, and quality control
  • Diagnose and resolve complex mechanical and electrical issues
  • Ensure all engineering work complies with applicable codes and standards
  • Minimum 5-7 years of progressive facility management and/or chief engineer experience, ideally in commercial or corporate environments
  • Prior supervisory or team leadership experience
  • Relevant certifications preferred (e.g., Universal EPA, BOMA, CFM, CPM, or state-specific engineering licenses)
  • Strong client-facing communication skills

Skills

  • This is a newly established, high-priority position supporting a new client account.
  • $70.00 hourly
  • The pay listed is the hourly range or the hourly rate for this position.
  • A specific offer will vary based on applicant's
  • experience, skills, abilities, geographic location, and alignment with market data.

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