Commercial Building Engineer

About Meritus Property Group

Meritus is comprised of a committed team of commercial and multi‑family management professionals that take great pride in being stewards of the built environment, operating assets efficiently, and providing an outstanding tenant experience.

The Commercial Building Engineer is responsible for the oversight, maintenance, repair, and capital improvement planning of a portfolio of commercial properties, including office, retail, industrial, and mixed‑use assets. This position provides leadership and technical expertise for building systems, manages maintenance personnel and contractors, oversees capital expenditure (Cap Ex) projects, and ensures properties are maintained in a safe, efficient, and cost‑effective manner.

The Building Engineer works closely with Property Management, Asset Management, vendors, tenants, and ownership groups to preserve asset value, maximize building performance, and provide exceptional tenant service.

• Oversee the day‑to‑day operation, maintenance, and repair of multiple commercial properties.
• Ensure all building systems are operating efficiently, including:
  • HVAC systems
  • Plumbing systems
  • Electrical systems
  • Fire and life safety systems
  • Building automation systems (BAS)
  • Roofing systems
  • Elevators
  • Access control and security systems
  • Parking lots and exterior grounds
  • Common areas and tenant spaces
• Conduct routine inspections of buildings, mechanical rooms, rooftops, parking areas, and common spaces.
• Develop and implement preventative maintenance programs across the portfolio.
• Respond to building emergencies and coordinate emergency repairs.
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal building regulations.

• Supervise Building Engineers, Maintenance Technicians, and contracted service providers.
• Establish performance expectations and provide coaching, training, and development.
• Conduct regular property visits to evaluate building conditions and team performance.
• Assist with recruiting, onboarding, and retention of maintenance personnel.
• Promote a culture of safety, accountability, professionalism, and responsive tenant service.

• Lead capital improvement projects from planning through completion.
• Develop scopes of work, project budgets, bid packages, and schedules.
• Solicit and evaluate contractor bids and vendor proposals.
• Manage contractors and consultants to ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, and within budget.
• Oversee projects including:
  • Roof replacements
  • Parking lot repairs and resurfacing
  • HVAC replacements and upgrades
  • Electrical infrastructure improvements
  • Building automation upgrades
  • Tenant Improvement (TI) projects
  • Exterior improvements
  • ADA accessibility improvements
  • Energy efficiency initiatives
  • Fire and life safety system upgrades
• Monitor project budgets and provide regular updates to ownership and management.

• Assist with annual operating and capital budget preparation.
• Monitor maintenance and capital expenditures to ensure cost control.
• Identify opportunities to reduce operating expenses while maintaining building performance.
• Analyze repair trends and recommend long‑term replacement strategies.

• Establish and maintain relationships with contractors, suppliers, and service providers.
• Negotiate service agreements and maintenance contracts.
• Monitor vendor performance and contract compliance.
• Review and approve invoices and verify satisfactory completion of work.
• Coordinate specialized contractors for HVAC, elevators, fire systems, electrical, plumbing, landscaping, janitorial services, and security systems.

• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and company safety policies.
• Maintain compliance with applicable commercial building codes and fire/life safety requirements.
• Conduct regular safety inspections and emergency preparedness reviews.
• Maintain documentation for permits, inspections, warranties, maintenance records, and capital projects.
• Assist with emergency response planning and disaster recovery efforts.