Sr. Building Engineer - Boston

About the Role

Senior Building Engineer – Boston Seaport (2nd Shift)

CBRE is seeking a skilled Senior Building Engineer to support operations at a premier 900,000-square-foot Class A office property in Boston's dynamic Seaport district. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced engineer who values a balance of hands‑on technical work, operational responsibility, and the ability to work in a less crowded environment while supporting one of Boston's most prestigious commercial properties.

As a key member of the engineering team, you will be responsible for ensuring the reliability, safety, and performance of critical building systems, including HVAC, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and building automation systems. Working 2nd shift offers a unique advantage—allowing you to perform preventive maintenance, repairs, and system optimization with reduced tenant disruption while still collaborating with daytime operations and leadership teams.

This role is perfect for a seasoned professional who enjoys troubleshooting complex building systems, working independently, and making a direct impact on building performance. Your expertise will help ensure a seamless transition between daytime and overnight operations, supporting an exceptional workplace experience for tenants and visitors.

• Greater focus on hands‑on technical work with fewer daytime interruptions
• Increased autonomy and ownership of building operations
• Opportunity to perform maintenance and repairs during lower occupancy periods
• Exposure to critical systems and advanced troubleshooting
• Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and career growth opportunities
• Work at a landmark Class A property in Boston's thriving Seaport district

• Assign work orders and estimate the time and materials needed to complete repairs. Maintain an inventory of adequate supplies and tools.
• Perform maintenance and repairs to advanced HVAC, mechanical, plumbing, structural, furniture, fire, life safety, and control systems. Keep facility and building systems up to applicable standards as assigned.
• Comply with all applicable codes, regulations, governmental agency, and company directives related to building operations and work safety.
• Develop an energy management program. Ensure all systems operate in the most efficient manner.
• Oversee and inspect the work performed by outside contractors. Respond to common inquiries or complaints from clients, co‑workers, and/or supervisors.
• Direct the implementation of a preventive maintenance program to ensure that building machinery and systems meet or exceed their rated life. Perform repairs and emergency maintenance as needed.
• Review and sign off on inspections of building systems including fire alarms, HVAC, and plumbing to ensure the operation of equipment is within design capabilities and achieves environmental conditions prescribed by the client.
• Apply advanced knowledge to seek and develop new, better methods for accomplishing both individual and department objectives.
• Showcase expertise in own job discipline and in-depth knowledge of other job disciplines within the organization function.
• Coach others to develop in-depth knowledge and expertise in most or all areas within the function.
• Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values. Anticipate potential objections and persuade others, often at senior levels and of divergent interest, to adopt a different point of view.
• Impact the achievement of customer, operational, project, or service objectives across multi‑discipline teams. Work is guided by functional policies which impact the design of procedures and policies.
• Contribute to new products, processes, standards, and/or operational plans in support of achieving functional goals.
• Communicate difficult and complex ideas with the ability to influence.

• High School Diploma, GED, or trade school diploma with 5-8 years of job‑related experience. In lieu of a diploma, a combination of experience and education will be considered. Prior shift manager or supervisory experience preferred.
• Universal CFC certification and Boiler License required.
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