Chief Engineer

Overview Exciting Opportunity: Chief Engineer (Operations & Maintenance) Join LB&B Associates Inc. and Shape the Future of Federal Facility Management This full-time Chief Engineer will support the GSA O&M contract at federal buildings and U.S. courthouses. The role focuses on leadership, safety, efficiency, and technical excellence in a federal facilities environment. About the Role This position is based out of a prominent federal building and serves as the go-to expert for building systems. You will lead technical operations and maintenance for critical facilities, supervise a dedicated technical team, and ensure reliability, safety, and performance. Why Join LB&B Associates Inc.? Impactful Leadership: Visible leadership to maintain the integrity and functionality of essential government infrastructure. Professional Growth: Oversee diverse building systems and collaborate with facility management professionals. Meaningful Work: Support federal government and judiciary operations by maintaining secure, efficient environments. Comprehensive Benefits: Healthcare, paid time off, and more. The Ideal Candidate We seek a leader with a technical edge, responsibility, and excellence. The ideal candidate will bring: At least a High School Diploma Minimum five (5) years of recent experience as a Chief Engineer or related supervisory role in large commercial high-rise facilities Experience with chillers, boilers, pumps, and heat exchangers HVAC systems and Building Automation Systems Life Safety Systems and Utility Services Electrical Power Distribution and Plumbing Other mechanical equipment fundamental to building operations Journeyman or Master HVAC license preferred Excellent communication skills in English, both spoken and written Strong organizational and supervisory abilities Commitment to workplace safety and regulatory compliance What You’ll Do: Key Responsibilities As Chief Engineer, you will manage a dynamic set of responsibilities crucial to federal properties: Oversee technical operations and maintenance of assigned buildings, ensuring equipment and systems run optimally Supervise, train, and mentor technical staff, fostering teamwork and accountability Prepare work schedules, assign duties, and coordinate preventive maintenance Develop, implement, and carry out building safety and emergency response plans Enforce security protocols, including logging subcontractor access and maintaining records of entries/exits Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and security standards and government regulations Respond promptly to customer requests and complaints with professionalism Manage vendor relationships and negotiate contracts for services, supplies, and repairs Coordinate modifications to building utilities, services, piping, ductwork, fire safety, and security systems Develop and execute operations and energy plans for efficiency and cost savings Plan and oversee testing, shutdowns, and startups of critical building systems Document building inspections on relevant GSA forms with thorough reporting Identify and communicate dangerous conditions or emergencies to the Project Manager and COR Schedule building services activities to minimize operational disruption Serve as primary responder to emergencies during and after hours Control access to mechanical/technical areas to maintain security Regularly conduct preventive maintenance and keep meticulous records Lead onboarding and ongoing training of new technical staff Track electrical and mechanical service capabilities and coordinate future upgrades Ensure testing, commissioning, and training for repairs, alterations, and construction What We Offer Competitive compensation and benefits Opportunities for advancement and ongoing professional development A collaborative environment where leadership and technical skills are valued Supportive management and a culture that celebrates diversity and inclusion Opportunity to make a tangible difference in federal facility operations LB&B Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position. See notice below for additional information. Notice Talentify is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Talentify provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants with disabilities. For assistance, contact or . Federal law requires new hires to complete Form I-9 and present proof of identity and U.S. work eligibility. An Automated Employment Decision Tool (AEDT) scores job-related skills and responses. For details, see NYC applicants may request an alternate process at or . About the company LB&B Associates is a diversified services company providing facilities management and maintenance services. For inquiries, call . #J-18808-Ljbffr