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 Youu2019ll Do: u00b7 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. u00b7 Ensure uptime and reliability of critical infrastructure (UPS, Chillers, HVAC, generators, etc.). u00b7 Oversee incident response, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement. u00b7 Manage vendor relationships and service contracts. u00b7 Monitor capacity planning and support infrastructure scaling. u00b7 Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and security standards. u00b7 Develop and manage operational budgets and reporting. u00b7 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. u00b7 Manage the relationship with the client while working with other stakeholders to meet all MSA requirements. u00b7 Responsible for ensuring the completion of configuration management, work orders, preventative maintenance, and repairs within the agreed SLA timeframe. u00b7 Resolve unforeseen circumstances that occur and inform the client or Sr. management when needed. u00b7 Verify facility infrastructure equipment installations are within the agreed SLA timeframe. u00b7 Oversee Information Technology equipment power installations, relocation and decommission requests. u00b7 Check daily routine cleanup of the data halls and review findings. u00b7 Confirm all deployments are installed to applicable internal, manufacturer, and industry standards. u00b7 Ensure that all records are updated following any changes made. Ensure that documentation is also kept up to date for all applicable processes. u00b7 Prepare Method Statements and Risk Assessments and presents to Sr. management. u00b7 Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values. Influence parties of shared interests to reach an agreement. u00b7 Apply knowledge of own discipline and how own discipline integrates with others to achieve team and departmental objectives. u00b7 Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve day-to-day and moderately complex issues which may or may not be evident in existing systems and processes. What Youu2019ll Need: u00b7 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. u00b7 Experience in the areas of staffing, selection, training, development, coaching, mentoring, measuring, appraising, and rewarding performance and retention preferred. u00b7 Ability to guide the exchange of sensitive, complicated, and difficult information, convey performance expectations and handle problems. u00b7 Leadership skills to motivate team impact on quality, efficiency, and effectiveness of the job discipline and department u00b7 In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc. u00b7 Extensive organizational skills with a strong inquisitive mindset. What Youu2019ll Need: + High School Diploma, GED, or trade school diploma with 4-5 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. Journeyman or EPA Universal License 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. + Ability to exercise judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information. + Willingness to take a new perspective on existing solutions. + In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc. + Organizational skills with an advanced inquisitive mindset. + Certifications/licenses as may be required by local or state jurisdictions: Must be an active member or eligible to join Local 399 and acquire a City of Chicago Stationary Engineers License. Should any element of this Job Description conflict with the provisions of an applicable collective bargaining agreement, the terms and conditions of the collective bargaining agreement will prevail. 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 u2014 respect, integrity, service and excellence u2014 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 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. Disclaimers Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future. Applicant AI Use Disclosure We 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. About CBRE Group, Inc. CBRE Group, Inc. (NYSE:CBRE), a Fortune 500 and S&P 500 company headquartered in Dallas, is the worldu2019s 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 The pay range for this position is subject to an applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement. The negotiated rate for the Union Trainee position is $49.70 per hour. Please refer to the Collective Bargaining Agreement regarding pay scale. 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 companyu2019s 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: 2026-03-07