Project Engineer, HVAC Tech ​/ Heating Engineer

Project Engineer – COPT Defense Properties

Create and oversee technical support for property assets. Ensure compliance with USG and tenant security standards. Maintain clear communication with tenants, vendors, contractors, and internal personnel.

• Lead projects and provide work direction to technical staff for special requests and projects.
• Direct technicians and subcontractors for maintenance or repair services to meet quality parameters.
• Maintain job safety standards in accordance with company policy and government regulations.
• Read trade related electrical, mechanical, and plumbing drawings and internal wiring schematics.
• Work on sensitive compartmented information facility construction standards that comply with ICD 705 requirements.
• Maintain contract files with required documentation to support audits.
• Set energy baseline and measure energy and cost savings; research and install energy saving devices.
• Participate in energy dashboard reporting and conduct energy audits.
• Oversee recommissioning of BAS systems and BAS training platform.
• Control expenditures for services and supplies within established budget guidelines; recommend operating and capital expenditures to property management team.
• Maintain appropriate paperwork for billing purposes.
• Notify management of issues, maintain tools and supplies, and perform other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent with vocational coursework in HVAC, electricity, plumbing, or related areas.
• Universal CFC certification;
  State Certified Journeyman’s or Stationary Engineer license;
  State Certified Master’s license preferred.
• Minimum 15 years relevant experience as a senior service technician or project engineer with 5–10 years directing others.
• PC proficiency with Microsoft Office and ability to learn company‑specific software.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to operate a motor vehicle.
• Ability to work on‑call, evenings, weekends, holidays, and 24‑hour on‑call response for emergencies.
• Strong knowledge of building systems (HVAC, mechanical, electrical) and energy management systems.
• Strong verbal and written communication, customer service focus, organization and time management.

Pay range: $70,000 – $140,000.

CDP offers market‑leading health benefits, including medical, dental, vision, prescription, and more, to employees working a minimum of 30 hours per week.

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