Lead Building Engineer

Job Title:
Lead Facilities Engineer
Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced and driven Lead Facilities Engineer to serve as the primary on-site leader for facility engineering and operations at a large, complex site in Denver, Colorado. This role is ideal for a hands-on professional who thrives in a leadership position, takes ownership of outcomes, and is passionate about delivering exceptional operational performance.

As the single point of contact for site engineering operations, you will lead day-to-day facility management, oversee vendors and subcontractors, and partner directly with on-site clients. You will be responsible for ensuring the safe, reliable, and cost-effective operation of all building systems while maintaining a culture of professionalism, accountability, and continuous improvement. A key objective of this role is achieving and sustaining 100% uptime of critical systems while protecting and enhancing the long-term value of the facility's assets.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Operations

• Lead and oversee the maintenance, reliability, and continuous operation of all building systems, including fire/life safety, HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems, generators, UPS, switch gear, lighting, controls, and digital/security systems.
• Provide daily leadership, direction, and technical support to on-site maintenance staff, vendors, and subcontractors.
• Serve as the primary liaison between site operations, clients, and service providers to ensure alignment and timely resolution of issues.
• Maintain and manage the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS), ensuring work orders and service requests are completed accurately and on time.

Maintenance & Asset Management

• Develop, implement, and manage comprehensive preventive, predictive, and reactive maintenance programs.
• Ensure all critical equipment procedures and emergency response processes are clearly documented and well understood by staff, tenants, and contractors.
• Conduct regular facility inspections, building rounds, and equipment readings; maintain accurate engineering logs and records.
• Identify opportunities for repairs, replacements, upgrades, and capital improvements, and assist with planning and budgeting.

Safety, Compliance & Risk Management

• Identify safety hazards and proactively partner with site safety teams to maintain a safe working environment.
• Implement and manage safety training programs for staff, vendors, and subcontractors.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements, codes, and guidelines related to building infrastructure and operations.
• Escalate and document building discrepancies and operational risks as needed.

Vendor & Financial Management

• Supervise and coordinate all facility-related subcontractors, including HVAC, fire/life safety, electrical, landscaping, snow removal, janitorial, pest control, elevators, and security services.
• Provide site-specific safety orientation and operational training for all contractors.
• Support budget development, invoice coding, and financial controls for assigned areas of responsibility.

Site-Specific Responsibilities

• Perform and oversee general maintenance activities including light construction, painting, patching, carpentry, plumbing, electrical repairs, and fixture maintenance.
• Conduct routine inspections and testing of fire extinguishers, emergency eyewash stations, safety showers, AEDs, first aid kits, and emergency egress lighting.
• Coordinate small facility projects such as roofing, paving, electrical and plumbing upgrades.
• Manage HVAC and refrigeration maintenance including filter changes, belt replacements, lubrication, troubleshooting, and refrigerant checks.
• Perform roof inspections and follow up on required repairs.
• Oversee dock equipment maintenance including doors, levelers, locks, and lighting.
• Coordinate furniture moves and internal employee relocations.
• Support snow plowing, snow removal, salting, and snow blowing operations as required.

What Makes This Role Compelling

This is a highly visible leadership role with real impact. You will have full ownership of site operations, the opportunity to lead a diverse team, and the ability to influence safety, reliability, and long-term asset performance. For the right professional, this role offers autonomy, challenge, and the satisfaction of running a complex facility at the highest operational standards.