Chief Engineer

OverviewWe are seeking an experienced Chief Engineer to provide technical and operational leadership for engineering, maintenance, and critical facility operations supporting a major corporate headquarters and data center environment. This role is responsible for ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of complex building infrastructure, critical systems, and data center operations while leading maintenance teams, managing capital projects, and driving long-term asset reliability.The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in commercial facilities engineering, critical infrastructure, and data center operations, along with strong leadership, project management, and reliability engineering experience.ResponsibilitiesProvide overall technical and operational leadership for engineering and maintenance functionsEnsure the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of:HVAC systemsElectrical distribution systemsPlumbing systemsBuilding automation systemsLife safety systemsEmergency power systemsChilled water systemsCritical infrastructure supporting business operationsServe as the senior technical resource for complex infrastructure and equipment issuesLead advanced troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and reliability improvement initiativesDevelop and implement preventive, predictive, corrective, and emergency maintenance strategiesEstablish maintenance standards, procedures, and best practicesLead, coach, and develop maintenance technicians through training and technical guidancePrioritize maintenance activities based on operational risk, equipment criticality, and business impactDevelop reliability-centered maintenance programs to improve asset performance and reduce downtimeManage infrastructure, renovation, maintenance, and capital improvement projects from planning through completionDevelop project scopes, budgets, schedules, and business justificationsCoordinate contractors, vendors, consultants, and service providersEnsure compliance with applicable codes, regulations, company standards, and safety requirementsPartner with facility leadership to develop operational and capital budgetsForecast maintenance expenditures and infrastructure replacement needsDevelop long-term asset management and capital planning strategiesSupport business continuity, emergency response, and facility recovery planningDrive continuous improvement in:ReliabilitySafetyEnergy efficiencyMaintenance effectivenessOperating costsCustomer satisfactionRequired QualificationsHigh School Diploma or GEDMinimum 7 years of progressive experience in:Commercial facilities engineeringIndustrial facilities operationsBuilding engineeringCritical infrastructure maintenanceMinimum 5 years of data center maintenance experienceStrong experience managing critical facility infrastructure and large-scale mechanical systemsExperience leading maintenance teams and technical operationsExperience managing capital construction and infrastructure improvement projectsKnowledge of CMMS administration and maintenance planningExperience working with:Building Automation Systems (BAS)HVAC controlsElectrical distribution systemsEmergency power systemsChilled water systemsCritical facility operationsStrong troubleshooting and root cause analysis capabilitiesKnowledge of reliability-centered maintenance principlesExperience managing vendors, contractors, and service providersStrong leadership, communication, and organizational skillsPreferred QualificationsAssociate DegreeAdditional certifications related to facilities management, data center operations, building systems, or engineering disciplinesExperience supporting Fortune 500 corporate campuses or enterprise facilitiesExperience implementing asset management and reliability improvement programsExperience with business continuity and disaster recovery planningKey SkillsFacilities EngineeringData Center OperationsCritical Infrastructure ManagementHVAC SystemsBuilding Automation Systems (BAS)Electrical DistributionEmergency Power SystemsChilled Water SystemsAsset ManagementReliability EngineeringPreventive & Predictive MaintenanceCMMS AdministrationCapital Project ManagementVendor ManagementRoot Cause AnalysisBusiness Continuity Planning