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Building Engineer

Job Details

Level

Experienced

Job Location

Wayne County Criminal Justice Center - Detroit , MI

Secondary Job Location(s)

Undisclosed

Remote Type

N/A

Position Type

Full Time

Education Level

Undisclosed

Salary Range

Undisclosed

Travel Percentage

Undisclosed

Job Shift

Undisclosed

Job Category

Real Estate

Description

We are seeking an experienced onsiteBuilding Engineerto join our team at a new large-scale facility in Detroit, Michigan! This position is responsible for overseeing the operation, inspection, and maintenance of all commercial building systems under the management of Friedman Real Estate at this facility—including electrical, mechanical, plumbing, HVAC, and fire protection systems (including fully addressable and VESDA fire alarm systems). The successful candidate will work closely with Friedman property managers, contractors, existing union trades, and facility leadership to maximize efficiency, safety, and uptime through proactive performance testing, scheduled maintenance, and effective oversight of technical contractors.

Key Responsibilities:

+ Oversee HVAC systems operations and controls and associated equipment, able to recommend course of action for maintenance and repair to achieve greatest performance and extend useful life of the HVAC equipment. Able to partner with and oversee HVAC systems engineer, responsible for safe, effective, and efficient operation of HVAC system.

+ Oversee electrical distribution systems and lighting controls. Has in-depth knowledge and understanding of building power distribution systems and is able to effectively discuss and provide recommendations for repairs and maintenance.

+ Oversee elevator technician contractors to ensure safe, compliant operation of building elevators and associated systems. Posses’ extensive knowledge of elevator types, controls and testing requirements.

+ Oversee fire protection system. Be able to review service reports and provide input on the operation and maintenance of the system.

+ Oversee plumbing systems and have knowledge of fixture types and potential maintenance concerns.

+ Oversee and recommend maintenance plan for interior/exterior general building repairs, and related groundskeeping.

+ Monitor plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems to ensure equipment operates within design capabilities.

+ Recommend and implement maintenance schedules for all building systems, equipment and components.

+ Review work performed by union trades in plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and related systems; provide summary reports noting follow-up requirements and emerging trends.

Qualifications:

+ Technical training in engineering or a related field.

+ Experience or certification in Niagara 4 preferred.

+ Minimum of five years’ experience in commercial building maintenance/ engineering.

+ Track record of partnership with union trade staff preferred.

+ In-depth knowledge of Limbach HVAC systems.

+ Extensive knowledge of complex fire protection systems, including VESDA.

+ Experience with Central Utility Plant operations.

+ Thorough knowledge of all applicable codes, regulations, and safety mandates related to building operations.

+ Experience in reading and interpreting drawings and technical specifications and submittals.

+ Experience with computerized maintenance management system software preferred.

+ Must pass comprehensive background check administered by Wayne County Sherriff's Office

Friedman Real Estateis an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, family responsibilities, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, genetic information, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

We are Friedman Real Estate____________________________________________________________________________

As one of the largest privately held full-service commercial real estate organizations in the nation, Friedman Real Estate provides clients with a single point of contact for the full range of Advisory, Property Management, Multi-Family, Brokerage, Financial, and Construction services that it offers.

Friedman manages more than 200 commercial properties encompassing more than 18 million SF and more than 15,000 apartment homes throughout the United States. Friedman’s brokerage team has over 600 current listings with more than $22.5 billion in closed transactions. As owners and managers of commercial property for over 35 years, Friedman understands what it takes to achieve results that maximize their clients’ objectives

Friedman Benefits

We offer a wide range of benefits to our employees consisting of:

+ Blue Cross Blue Shield health insurance plans

+ Delta Dental

+ Vision

+ Pet Insurance

+ Company paid life insurance along with life insurance buyup

+ 401(k) Match

+ Company paid Long Term Disability after 2 years of service

Friedman Perks

+ Continuing education reimbursement benefits

+ Referral bonuses for new employees and new business

+ Three tier PTO plan

+ Paid Parental Leave

+ Training seminars for leadership and professional development

+ Friedman Swag