Chief Engineer

Hobbs Brook Real Estate seeks a Chief Engineer to lead all engineering operations for a Class A office portfolio in Wellesley, MA. You will oversee mechanical, electrical, plumbing, life-safety, and BAS systems, ensuring reliability, safety, and superior tenant comfort. Responsibilities include supervising engineering staff, managing preventive maintenance, coordinating vendors and capital projects, and driving energy efficiency and sustainability. In this collaborative, service-focused culture, you'll partner closely with property management and tenants, support a customer-first experience, and contribute to the long-term performance of premier office assets.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of building mechanical, electrical, plumbing, life-safety, and BAS systems for a Class A office portfolio.
• Lead, schedule, and mentor on-site engineering and maintenance staff to ensure high service standards and timely response to tenant needs.
• Develop and manage preventive maintenance programs, ensuring asset reliability and minimizing downtime.
• Coordinate and supervise vendors and contractors for repairs, inspections, and capital projects.
• Monitor and optimize building performance, energy use, and sustainability initiatives in line with company goals.
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations, building codes, and regulatory requirements; maintain accurate documentation and logs.
• Partner with property management and leasing teams to support tenant move-ins, fit-outs, and ongoing operations.
• Participate in budgeting, forecasting, and cost control for maintenance, repairs, and capital improvements.
• Respond to building emergencies and participate in on-call rotation as needed.
• Drive a collaborative, customer-focused culture consistent with Hobbs Brook Real Estate values.

Required Skills

• HVAC systems
• Electrical systems
• Plumbing systems
• Building automation systems (BAS)
• Preventive maintenance
• Energy management
• Vendor and contractor management
• Budgeting and cost control
• Safety and code compliance
• Team leadership
• CMMS/work order systems