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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