ICARDA is seeking a Lead Building Engineer to lead our Engineering team and oversee all aspects of building maintenance, repair, and operations. Your leadership will be critical in ensuring high tenant satisfaction, safety, and building efficiency.

What You'll Do

Manage all aspects of building maintenance, including HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems.
Monitor building energy usage and ensure efficient operations.
Oversee contractor work and manage tenant improvement projects.
Prepare budgets; control inventory and purchasing.
Supervise, train, and evaluate Engineering staff; develop and implement performance goals and staff development plans.
Collaborate with tenants, contractors, and property managers to ensure reliable building operations and address tenant issues.
Work with vendors to identify scopes of work and oversee compliance with contract terms and quality control.
Conduct thorough inspections to ensure systems are operating efficiently; maintain detailed documentation and service logs for building equipment; maintain compliance logs.
Follow company safety protocols and wear appropriate PPE; enforce compliance with OSHA, NEC, NFC, NFPA regulations; manage safety protocols, including the lockout/tagout program; report safety hazards; participate in safety inspections; ensure all staff members follow safety protocols and comply with building codes and regulations; oversee safety training.
Communicate verbally and in writing with teammates, leadership team, vendors, tenants, and client employees in a professional manner.
Act as the primary point of contact/first responder for building emergencies, ensuring proper coverage; work after hours, weekends, holidays, and during emergency situations as necessary.

What We're Looking For

HS Diploma or GED
At least ten years of industry-related experience or commensurate certification/trade experience.
At least five years of supervisory, training, and mentoring experience including developing and delivering performance appraisals and disciplinary action.
Ability to travel daily to assigned properties as necessary.
Ability to read and write English in order to understand manuals and procedures, and to write reports.
Ability to stand, walk, climb ladders, and lift up to 50 pounds; perform physically demanding tasks such as stooping, crouching, and kneeling.

Nice to Have

CFC Certification preferred or willingness to obtain as requested.
Possess engineering and trade licenses required according to local, state, or national requirements.