POSITION INFORMATION

Location:

Dallas, TX 75201

Status:

Full Time, Employee

Job Category:

Engineering

Relevant Work Experience:

7+ to 10 Years

Education Level:

High School or equivalent

CONTACT INFORMATION

Reference Code:

5375.1290

Senior Chief HVAC Electrical Engineer - Critical Facilities

Description:
The Chief HVAC Electrical Engineer must ensure the highest level of professionalism, while meeting the clients needs, and a commitment to achieving the goal of 100% uptime within a Tier 3 or greater critical facility.



Responsible for the operational management and effective daily leadership and administration of the engineering team with the objectives of safely, efficiently, and effectively operating, maintaining, and modifying facility systems and equipment in a cost-effective manner.



Responsible for protecting and improving the value of the clients assets and ensuring that building engineering systems continue to perform their intended function. The Chief Engineer candidates must be knowledgeable and proficient in HVAC equipment and controls, as well as electrical systems.



Oversee the maintenance and continuous operation of all building systems including: fire/life safety, mechanical (HVAC, plumbing, controls) electrical (lighting, UPS, PDU, generators, switchgear), cabling (data and voice, broad band), lighting and temperature controls systems, critical environments, light construction (painting, doors, relites, locks), digital systems (fire alarm, duress, card access, radionics, CCTV), and Audio/Visual services. Utilize staff and contracting with outside vendors as necessary.



Develops, reviews, and approves Maintenance Critical Environment Work Authorizations (CEWAs) for assigned facilities and systems. Reviews and concurs with Construction CEWAs for assigned systems.

Supervise and manage engineers and maintenance staff including hiring, training and personal development .



Identify the maintenance objectives of the facility and incorporate those objectives into a documented plan that includes preventive, predictive and reactive maintenance procedures.



Identify safety hazards within the building and incorporate the remediation of such hazards to ensure that the buildings staff and occupants work in a safe environment. Implement, administer, and manage safety training program.



Ensure that compliance of all regulatory laws and guidelines are met as they relate to the operation of the buildings infrastructure. Responsible for alerting management of building discrepancies.



Assist in the development of a Capital plan which would include planning for infrastructure upgrades, equipment replacements and building modifications to ensure the buildings future capabilities are maintained.



Maintain all infrastructure and compliance documentation for the building including up-to-date building drawings and single-lines as well as documentation mandated for the purpose of maintaining regulatory compliance with Federal, State or Local law.



Responsible for advance training and notification to all contractors so that they are informed and knowledgeable with respects to the buildings critical functions and the work they are to perform, including an incident contact response list.



Ensure strict adherence to our clients Critical Awareness Process, Technical Bulletins, established engineering guidelines, processes, and procedures.

Qualifications:
High School diploma or GED equivalent with two years of trade schooling in electrical system design, refrigeration and/or HVAC.



10+ years experience in data center operations, maintenance, and engineering supporting Tier 3 or greater critical facilities operations. (i.e. computer rooms, hospitals)



5+ years of experience in a management/leadership role



Strong working technical knowledge and understanding of critical data center systems, including HVAC, Standby emergency power, uninterruptible power supplies, and associated infrastructure



Ability to solve problems and deal with a variety of options in varying situations.



Ability to effectively respond to sensitive issues, complex inquiries or complaints from clients, coworkers, supervisor, and/or management.



Applicable license /permit for trade as required (e.g. Journeyman or Master/Electrician, City/State License.)



Proficient in basic computer applications and software such as MS Office.



Experience with CMMS and BAS preferred



Strong understanding, commitment, and proven implementation experience in OSHA safety programs and processes.



Prior experience in development of critical environment programs and procedures.



Operating Engineers license (SMA) or equivalent preferred

Salary/Benefits: Salary commensurate with experience


Job Location: Dallas, TX

Job Number: 1014665


Company Profile:
CB Richard Ellis Group, Inc. (NYSE:CBG), a Fortune 500 and S&P 500 company headquartered in Los Angeles, is the world's largest commercial real estate services firm (in terms of 2007 revenue). With over 29,000 employees, the Company serves real estate owners, investors and occupiers through more than 300 offices worldwide (excluding affiliate offices). CB Richard Ellis offers strategic advice and execution for property sales and leasing; corporate services; property, facilities and project management; mortgage banking; appraisal and valuation; development services; investment management; and research and consulting. CB Richard Ellis is the only commercial real estate services company named one of the 50 "best in class" companies by BusinessWeek, and was also named one of the 100 fastest growing companies by Fortune. Please visit our Web site at www.cbre.com .

Our management of over a billion square feet for corporate, institutional, not-for-profit and government space users around the world delivers the highest level of customer service and value, which enables clients to focus on their core business. By partnering with our clients our approach to facilities management goes well beyond traditional service models. Our people, by applying our knowledge, technology, procurement leverage and processes, are able to customize our delivery of services to any client's culture and create a competitive advantage for the client.

CBRE is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.