Data Center Engineering Manager

About the Role:As a CBRE Data Center Manager, you will manage the team responsible for providing preventative maintenance and repair services to a data center.This job is part of the Critical and Technical Services job function. They are responsible for technical maintenance services in critical client environments.What You'll Do:· Provide formal supervision to employees. Monitor the training and development of staff. Conduct performance evaluations and coaching. Oversee the recruiting and hiring of new employees.· Ensure uptime and reliability of critical infrastructure (UPS, Chillers, HVAC, generators, etc.).· Oversee incident response, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement.· Manage vendor relationships and service contracts.· Monitor capacity planning and support infrastructure scaling.· Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and security standards.· Develop and manage operational budgets and reporting.· Coordinate and manage the team's daily activities. Establish work schedules, assign tasks, and cross-train staff. Set and track staff and department deadlines. Mentor and coach as needed.· Manage the relationship with the client while working with other stakeholders to meet all MSA requirements.· Responsible for ensuring the completion of configuration management, work orders, preventative maintenance, and repairs within the agreed SLA timeframe.· Resolve unforeseen circumstances that occur and inform the client or Sr. management when needed.· Verify facility infrastructure equipment installations are within the agreed SLA timeframe.· Oversee Information Technology equipment power installations, relocation and decommission requests.· Check daily routine cleanup of the data halls and review findings.· Confirm all deployments are installed to applicable internal, manufacturer, and industry standards.· Ensure that all records are updated following any changes made. Ensure that documentation is also kept up to date for all applicable processes.· Prepare Method Statements and Risk Assessments and presents to Sr. management.· Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values. Influence parties of shared interests to reach an agreement.· Apply knowledge of own discipline and how own discipline integrates with others to achieve team and departmental objectives.· Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve day-to-day and moderately complex issues which may or may not be evident in existing systems and processes.What You'll Need:· Bachelor's Degree preferred with 3-5 years of relevant experience. In lieu of a degree, a combination of experience and education will be considered.· Experience in the areas of staffing, selection, training, development, coaching, mentoring, measuring, appraising, and rewarding performance and retention preferred.· Ability to guide the exchange of sensitive, complicated, and difficult information, convey performance expectations and handle problems.· Leadership skills to motivate team impact on quality, efficiency, and effectiveness of the job discipline and department· In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.· Extensive organizational skills with a strong inquisitive mindset.What you'll need Willing/able to work in Bellevue office as needed Bachelor's degree in business or related field. 5+ years of commercial real estate transactions experience or similar combination of industry tenure and education. Washington Real Estate Salesperson license preferred. Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation ability. Superior analytical and quantitative skills with the ability to problem solve and develop multiple solutions. Advanced computer proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook. Experience conducting financial and business analysis, preparing budgets, forecasts and reports. Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle several projects simultaneously. Ability to provide efficient, and timely service to customers. Business savvy, leadership, and strong negotiation skills. 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 chart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome all applicants.Our Values in HiringAt CBRE, we are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels they belong. We value diverse perspectives and experiences, and we welcome all applications.Applicant AI Use DisclosureWe value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process.DisclaimersApplicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.About CBRE Group, Inc.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). Please visit our website at CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate's education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for the Field Service Engineer II position is $80,000 annually and the maximum salary for the Waters Field Service Engineer II is $110,000 position is annually. The compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate's skills, qualifications, and experience.Equal Employment Opportunity: CBRE is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We have 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 or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).CBRE, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer (Women/Minorities/Persons with Disabilities/US Veterans)

Created: 2026-03-17