Chief Engineer

Post Date

Aug 13, 2025

Location

San Jose,
California

ZIP/Postal Code

95124
US
Oct 14, 2025 Insight Global

Job Type

Perm

Category

Project Manager

Req #

PHL-801723

Pay Rate

$140k - $165k (estimate)

Job Description

Chief Engineer is responsible for the effective daily leadership of his/her staff, managing the engineering program to the highest level of quality work and customer service as well as the administration of the engineering department in alignment with the management team, the engineering platform, and client expectations. The Chief Engineer will perform at the highest of ethical standards, reflecting the core values in its Business Code of Conduct, Policies and Procedures Manual, and other related company policies. Responsible to plan, implement, coordinate, and supervise all mechanical operations, maintenance, communications, energy management, and manpower development programs for assigned properties.

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Required Skills & Experience

7+ years of related work experience in a commercial property setting or any similar combination of education or experience in the operation, installation and maintenance of building systems with in depth technical understanding and knowledge of all HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire/life safety, and control systems.
Vocational/Technical training certificate
Appropriate license/permit for trade as may be required, i.e. Journeyman or Master Electrician License or City Licenses
Universal Technician for CFCs depending on market licensure requirements
Financial knowledge necessary for reading and understanding budgets, budget variances and basic reporting as required by management
Familiar with Energy Management System (EMS)/programming and fire alarm systems
Basic Computing Skills in Outlook, Excel & Word
Working knowledge of all aspects of building systems and operations, contractual maintenance, construction and related services, and local laws and building codes pertaining to building operations and safety

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.