The Chief Engineer (CE) is responsible for overseeing all operations, maintenance, and repair services for a large government facility in Washington, DC. Reporting directly to the Project Manager, or their designee, the CE ensures that all building systems operate efficiently with minimal downtime. They work closely with the on-site technical workforce to maintain building operations, conduct inspections, and ensure subcontractors meet their contractual obligations.
The CE must have a minimum of 7 years of experience in operating, maintaining, and repairing mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems. They will develop and implement operating procedures, preventive maintenance plans, and repair routines for HVAC and utility systems. Additionally, the CE supervises the engineering team, maintenance mechanics, and helpers, ensuring the facility’s preventive and predictive maintenance is performed to contractual standards. Salary range dependent on qualifications and experience $115,000.00 - $125,000.00.
Key Responsibilities:
The Chief Engineer, shall possess the following minimum qualifications:
Skills & Abilities:
Schedule:
The Chief Engineer will work on-site during regular business hours and may be required to assist with emergency situations after hours as needed.
EOE, including disability/veterans
Complete Building Services (CBS) is a company that is passionate about the operation and maintenance of buildings/facilities in the commercial and government sectors. CBS is the largest division of The Donohoe Companies, Inc. - Washington DC's most established real estate company. At CBS, we celebrate and empower our talented employees - and it shows as we have been ranked #3 on the Washington Business Journal's 2025 Corporate Diversity index.
Perks & Benefits
We offer a full slate of benefits, including competitive salaries, medical, dental, vision, life and disability coverages, FSA, flexible vacation, commuter benefits, and a 401k plan with a match. And...we offer some not-so-standard, extra great benefits, including tuition reimbursement for education/certifications, employee discount programs (including hotels and our vendor's products), gym membership, and an Employee Assistance Program that offer a wide array of consultative/actionable services. We value diversity and believe in forming teams in which everyone can be their authentic self is the key to our success. Come join us, and find out what the best work of your career could look like for you.
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