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Overview When you join Hines, you will embark on a career journey fueled by vision and guided by leaders who set the standards of our industry. Our legacy is rooted in innovation and excellence, earning us a spot on Fast Company’s esteemed annual list of the World’s Most Innovative Companies, as well as recognition as one of U.S. News & World Report’s Best Companies to Work For in 2024. Discover endless opportunities to grow and make your mark at Hines. Responsibilities As a General Engineering Manager with Hines, you will provide leadership, planning, coordination, maintenance, energy management, and employee development programs ensuring Hines quality standards and property operating objectives are met. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Establish and implement procedures for prompt and courteous response to tenant and property work ordersProvide justifiable support to implement new or modify existing property procedures or tasksMaintain ethical, professional, and courteous relations with contractors and tenantsRecommend appropriate engineering staffing levelsDemonstrate support and implementation of the Hines Guiding PrinciplesHire, supervise and coordinate activities of engineering staff while assuring compliance to Hines standardsTrain engineering staff, including but not limited to: Building systems, Equipment function and purpose, Operation and maintenance procedures, and Hines manpower development phase training programEvaluate and counsel engineering staff on performanceProvide engineering staff with property equipment and toolsMaintain required OSHA and Worker's Compensation safety and accident reports on engineering personnel and facilitiesEnsure compliance with all City, State and Federal safety and environmental laws, codes, standards and regulationsDirect and maintain an effective operation and general building maintenance program, with accurate up-to-date records on the following, but not limited to: HVAC, MEP, electrical, and plumbingDirect general building maintenance including, but not limited to: Structural repair, Tenant comfort, Door, ceiling, and floor repair, Restroom repair, PaintingInitiate any necessary insurance claims on HVAC and other central plant equipmentMaintain current and historical preventive maintenance and repair records on all mechanical equipmentMonitor building energy use, produces reports, proposals, and maintains energy management programsEnsure that all maintenance activities are performed in a safe mannerEvaluate, recommend, and monitor contractors working at the propertyCoordinate day-to-day activities of the engineering staff and implement adjustments to parallel changing priorities.Ensure that tenant billbacks are accurate and appropriatePrepare annual budget proposal, monitors, and explains variances from approved budget to actual expenses/incomePurchase parts and supplies according to company policy and approved budget guidelinesEstablish inventory control programs with appropriate parts stocking levels with accurate and timely records of receipts and issuesOversee tenant construction to ensure building integrityMaintain and update blueprint organizationTest, maintain, and keep records to ensure emergency equipment in good working orderFollow and maintain all current emergency procedures set forth by Hines and the assigned property, including but not limited to:Direct and assist with evacuations, bomb searches and life safety alarms as deemed reasonable and prudentAssist emergency authorities and response teams in capacity of fire/life safety directorControl engineering activities and building mechanical systemsComply with all written Hines and regional company policiesActively participate in Regional requests (i.e. committee assignments)Effective preparations of business letters, technical and non-technical reports and memorandumsEstablish and maintain a cooperative working relationship with the entire property staff and perform as a team memberWhen applicable, obtain city and/or government working licenses or permits, such as Boiler Operating Permit, Apprentice Maintenance Electrician’s License, EPA CFC Universal Certification Technician certificate, City of Houston Maintenance Electrician’s license* Qualifications Minimum Requirements include: High school diploma or equivalent from an accredited institutionFive or more years of experience as a Building Engineer or equivalent facilities technical tradeOne or more years as an Engineering Manager or Assistant Engineer ManagerAbility to strategically plan projectsWorking knowledge of appliancesPrior facilities related service assignmentsBasic knowledge of commercial kitchen equipmentInteract with employees, visitors, and contractors with poise and diplomacyEstablish and maintain a cooperative working relationship with staffPossess supervisory and decision-making skillsCompute discount, interest, profit and loss, commissions, markup and selling price, ratio and proportion and percentageCalculate surfaces, volumes, weights and measuresCommunicate effectively both verbally and writtenWrite business letters, exposition, summaries and reports using proper format, punctuation, grammar, diction and styleRead and interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, or schedule formRead and interpret manuals, magazines, newspapers, safety rules, instructions in the use and maintenance of shop tools and equipment, and methods and procedures in mechanical drawing and layout workKnowledge and proper use of basic hand tools (i.e. socket sets, wrenches, pliers, screwdrivers, saws and hammers, etc.)Knowledge of property management office proceduresWork indoors 80% and outdoors 20% of the timeMeet the highest attendance and punctuality requirementsWork standing all dayClimb up and down stairs and laddersLift up to 25lbs or moreAccess remote work areas (i.e., crawl spaces, roofs, service ladders, and stairways)Use full range of manual dexterity (i.e., sitting, squatting, bending, kneeling, walking, and lifting) At Hines, we strive for excellence as a leading global real estate investment manager, driven by our by our belief that real estate is fundamentally about people. Our diverse portfolio spans $93.2 billion¹ of assets across such property types as living, office, retail, mixed-use, logistics and life science projects – all designed to enhance value, connection and inspiration. Our strategic approach integrates local expertise with global knowledge, taking calculated risks aligned with our convictions to exceed expectations and tailor solutions to our clients' needs. While our projects are renowned for enhancing cities and pioneering sustainable practices, we recognize that the true driving force behind Hines' success is our 5,000 dedicated employees in 30 countries who draw on our 65-year history to build the world forward. This is why we prioritize investing in our people, offering comprehensive training, competitive compensation, robust benefits and generous vacation packages. By centering our focus on the growth and wellbeing of our team, we cultivate an inclusive environment where everyone, including our clients, can thrive. Hines is proud to be named to Fast Company’s prestigious annual list of the World’s Most Innovative Companies for 2024. ¹Includes both the global Hines organization and RIA AUM as of December 31, 2023. We are an equal opportunity employer and support workforce diversity. No calls or emails from third parties at this time please. job perk: Posted At: 1 day ago, job perk: Schedule Type: Full-time