Assistant Chief Engineer

About the Role: As a CBRE Assistant Chief Engineer, you will perform complex preventive maintenance and corrective repairs of buildings, industrial systems, vehicles, equipment, and grounds. 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. What Youu2019ll Do: u2022 Follow all applicable codes, regulations, governmental agency, and company directives related to building operations and work safety. u2022 Lead operations, assign work orders, and provide technical and procedural training of coworkers and subcontractors. Arranges for subcontractors as needed. u2022 Consult with clients to schedule preventive maintenance during downtime to cut business interruption and inconvenience. Plan a preventive maintenance program to ensure that building machinery and systems meet or exceed their rated life. u2022 Check 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. u2022 Oversee and inspect the work performed by engineering staff to make sure the work is complete; equipment is functioning properly, and client space is in great working condition. u2022 Respond to emergency situations and ask for help when needed. u2022 Apply advanced knowledge to seek and develop new, better methods for accomplishing both individual and department objectives. u2022 Showcase expertise in own job discipline and in-depth knowledge of other job disciplines within the organization function. u2022 Coach others to develop in-depth knowledge and expertise in most or all areas within the function. u2022 Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values. Anticipate potential objections and persuades others, often at senior levels and of divergent interest, to adopt a different point of view. u2022 Impact the achievement of customer, operational, project, or service objectives across multidiscipline teams. Work is guided by functional policies which impact the design of procedures and policies. u2022 Contribute to new products, processes, standards, and/or operational plans in support of achieving functional goals. u2022 Communicate difficult and complex ideas with the ability to influence. What Youu2019ll Need: To perform this job successfully, an individual will need to perform each crucial duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. u2022 Bachelor's degree in Economics, Finance, Business Administration or related field of study. u2022 3-5 years of experience in commercial real estate, preferably in a research-oriented role. Experience in a similar capacity outside of commercial real estate may be considered. u2022 Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong organizational and analytical skills. u2022 Requires knowledge of financial terms and principles. u2022 Ability to solve problems in standard situations. Requires intermediate analytical and quantitative skills. u2022 Strong technical skills with a focus on data analysis. Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) is required. Experience using Tableau and Power BI for data visualization is a plus. u2022 An understanding of research fundamentals. Knowledge of how to apply research and data analytics expertise to the benefit of our brand and core businesses. u2022 Must have project management skillset. Can oversee small projects or assigned project tasks, determine priorities and develop a through-line to completion, including harnessing the right resources and collaborating along the way. u2022 Commitment to time management. The ability to adhere to deadlines and complete all requests in a timely manner is crucial. u2022 Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future. 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. 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 CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidateu2019s education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for the Assistant Chief Engineer position is $40 per hour and the maximum salary for the Assistant Chief Engineer position is $50.50 per hour. The compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidateu2019s skills, qualifications, and experience. This role will provide the following benefits: 401(K), Dental insurance, Health insurance, Life insurance, and Vision insurance. 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