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Union Chief Engineer

Job ID

241083

Posted

02-Oct-2025

Service line

Advisory Segment

Role type

Full-time

Areas of Interest

Engineering/Maintenance

Location(s)

Chicago - Illinois - United States of America

About The Role:

The Union Chief Engineer is responsible for engineering operations. Working under limited supervision monitors building system operations and performance. Use several trade skills such as carpentry, plumbing, electrical, painting, roofing, heating, and cooling.

What You'll Do:

+ Plan, implement, coordinate and lead all mechanical operations, maintenance, communications, energy management, and workforce development programs for a facility, campus or portfolio of buildings

+ Coordinate maintenance efforts with outside contractors, tenant finish personnel and technicians.

+ Coordinate all building systems including fire/life safety, plumbing, HVAC and electrical issues and must remain current with HVAC technology trends.

+ Maintain ongoing communication with tenants, clients, owners, facility management team and vendors.

+ Respond to all emergency situations quickly (fire, evacuation, equipment failure etc.) and customer concerns.

+ Supervise the performance and developing of preventative maintenance measures.

What You'll 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.

+ Must be a Local 399 Union Member.

+ 4+ years of commercial chief or supervisory level experience in operating mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems in a commercial property setting.

+ Physical requirements to include stooping, standing, climbing and frequent lifting of a minimum of 50 lbs. Must have the ability to operate an EMS and CMMS system. Intermediate skills with Microsoft Office Suite. Ability to prioritize different projects and make decisions.

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 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.

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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 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 www.cbre.com.

The pay range for this position is subject to an applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement. The negotiated rate for the Union Chief Engineer position range is $116,292.80 annually [or $55.91 per hour] and the maximum salary for the Union Chief Engineer position is $124,051.20 annually [or $59.64 per hour]. Please refer to the Collective Bargaining Agreement regarding pay scale.

**Equal Employment Opportunity:** CBRE has 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 [email protected] 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)