Lead Building Engineer

The Lead Building Engineer is responsible for the operation, maintenance, and repair of building systems while leading day‑to‑day engineering activities on site. This role serves as the technical lead, ensuring buildings operate safely, efficiently, and in compliance with all applicable codes and standards. The Lead Building Engineer provides guidance to engineering staff, coordinates vendors, and partners with property management and clients to deliver reliable facilities operations.

Pay: $35.00 - $45.00/hour  

The pay listed is the hourly range or the hourly rate for this position. A specific offer will vary based on the applicant’s experience, skills, abilities, geographic location, and alignment with market data.

401(k) – You become eligible to make personal contributions beginning the first of the month following 30 days of employment. You become eligible for the ABM match beginning the first of the month following six months of employment. ABM matches your pre-tax and/or Roth contributions, dollar for dollar, for the first 3%. For the next 2%, ABM contributes $0.50 for each dollar you contribute. Your contributions and match are immediately vested.

Benefit Information:

ABM offers a comprehensive benefits package. For information about ABM’s benefits, visit ABM 

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Technical & Operational Leadership

• Lead and perform preventive, corrective, and predictive maintenance on building systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire/life safety, building automation systems (BAS), and general building infrastructure

• Serve as the primary technical resource for on‑site engineering staff
• Monitor system performance and troubleshoot complex issues to minimize downtime

Supervision & Team Support

• Assign daily tasks and oversee work activities of building engineers and technicians
• Coach, mentor, and train staff on safe work practices, procedures, and technical skills
• Support staffing coverage including scheduling, holidays, and emergency response

Vendor & Project Coordination

• Coordinate and oversee third‑party vendors and contractors
• Assist with small projects, system upgrades, and capital improvements
• Review vendor work for quality, safety, and contract compliance

Compliance & Safety

• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, local codes, and company policies
• Maintain accurate documentation including work orders, logs, inspections, and reports
• Promote a strong safety culture and participate in safety meetings and audits

Client & Stakeholder Support

• Communicate effectively with property management, clients, and occupants
• Provide timely updates on building conditions, repairs, and preventive maintenance
• Respond to after‑hours emergencies as required

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 5+ years of commercial building engineering or facilities maintenance experience
• Strong working knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems
• Demonstrated leadership or lead‑level experience
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals

Preferred

• Trade school or technical certification
• EPA Universal Certification
• Journeyman or applicable state/local license
• Experience with CMMS and BAS systems
• Strong customer service and communication skills

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Stand, walk, climb ladders, and work in mechanical spaces
• Ability to respond to emergency calls outside of normal business hours

Work Environment

• Commercial office, healthcare, industrial, or mixed‑use facilities
• May require exposure to mechanical rooms, rooftops, and varying temperatures

ABM (NYSE: ABM) is one of the world’s largest providers of integrated facility, engineering, and infrastructure solutions. Every day, our over 100,000 team members deliver essential services that make spaces cleaner, safer, and efficient, enhancing the overall occupant experience.   ABM serves a wide range of market sectors including commercial real estate, aviation, education, mission critical, and manufacturing and distribution. With over $8 billion in annual revenue and a blue-chip client base, ABM delivers innovative technologies and sustainable solutions that enhance facilities and empower clients to achieve their goals. Committed to creating smarter, more connected spaces, ABM is investing in the future to meet evolving challenges and build a healthier, thriving world. ABM: Driving possibility, together.
ABM is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer that does not discriminate on the basis of any trait or characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law, including disability and protected veteran status. ABM is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance in completing the employment application, please call 888-328-8606. We will provide you with assistance and make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.
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