Union Chief Engineer

Union Chief Engineer As a CBRE Union Chief Engineer, you will be responsible for engineering operations and directing vendors and subcontractors. This job is part of the Engineering and Technical Services job function. They are responsible for providing support, preventive maintenance, and repairs on equipment and systems. The role is onsite in Philadelphia, PA USA. Responsibilities include: Manage operations, assign work orders, and provide technical and procedural training of coworkers and subcontractors. Consult with clients to schedule preventive maintenance and other downtime to cut business interruption and inconvenience. Formulate and implement a preventive maintenance program to ensure that building machinery and systems meet or exceed their rated life. Monitor building systems including fire alarms, HVAC, and plumbing to ensure the operation of equipment is within design capabilities and achieves environmental conditions prescribed by the client. Oversee and inspect the work performed by engineering staff. Confirm that work is complete, equipment is fully functional and client space is in prime working condition. Respond to emergency situations, summoning additional assistance as needed. Apply extensive and diversified knowledge of principles, advanced techniques, and theories to create unprecedented solutions. Showcase in-depth expertise in cutting-edge theories, techniques, and/or technologies within own function. Use experience and knowledge of all job areas within a function, practical experience in several functional areas or businesses, or concentrated knowledge of a particular discipline to coach and guide others. Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values. Negotiate with senior management, customers, regulators, or vendors to influence decisions of strategic importance. Anticipate potential objections, and persuade others, often at senior levels and of divergent interest, to adopt a different point of view. Drive the direction and resource allocation for programs, projects, or services. Significantly impact the design of policies and procedures. Provide moderate impact on the business direction through the development of innovative services or products. To perform this job optimally, an individual should be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are a representative of the knowledge, skill, or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the role. High School Diploma, GED, or trade school diploma with 8-10 years of job-related experience. In lieu of a diploma, a combination of experience and education will be considered. Prior shift manager or supervisory experience preferred. Local Union membership is required. Meet the physical requirements of this role including stooping, standing, walking, climbing stairs/ladders, and the ability to lift/carry heavy loads of 50 lbs. or more. Multi-dimensional, conceptual, and innovative thinking to develop new solutions. Ability to identify and solves the most complex problems. In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc. Expert organizational skills with an unrivaled inquisitive mindset. 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 chart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome all applicants. CBRE Group, Inc. (NYSE:CBRE), a Fortune 500 and S&P 500 company headquartered in Dallas, is the world's largest commercial real estate services and investment firm (based on 2024 revenue). The company has more than 140,000 employees (including Turner & Townsend employees) serving clients in more than 100 countries. CBRE serves clients through four business segments: Advisory (leasing, sales, debt origination, mortgage serving, valuations); Building Operations & Experience (facilities management, property management, flex space & experience); Project Management (program management, project management, cost consulting); Real Estate Investments (investment management, development). 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. 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 or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).

Created: 2026-03-09