Assistant Chief Building Engineer

This is an opportunity to join a large, nationally operating engineering and construction business that designs, builds, and delivers complex electrical, life-safety, and building systems across major commercial, mixed-use, and high-rise developments throughout the U.S.

The organisation brings together in-house engineering and design teams, large-scale construction delivery, and on-site manufacturing of electrical and low-voltage equipment. Locally, they operate and maintain a portfolio of modern, high-spec facilities, supported by a well-resourced, in-house facilities and engineering team.

The role is based in North St. Pete, managing a portfolio of high-quality buildings in a fast-paced, professional, and well-invested environment.

• Oversee HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and fire/life-safety systems
• Manage preventative maintenance schedules across all building systems
• Coordinate external contractors, service providers, and vendors
• Develop scopes of work, specifications, and support RFPs
• Review work orders, bids, and proposals while monitoring budget impact
• Maintain accurate asset registers, maintenance records, and equipment logs
• Support annual inspections and ongoing compliance requirements
• Prioritise daily workflows and support the wider maintenance team
• Communicate with internal stakeholders and vendors to resolve issues efficiently

You’ll bring a strong technical foundation combined with hands‑on facilities or building engineering experience in a commercial or campus-style environment
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• Strong mechanical and HVAC knowledge (VRF/VRV, VAV, RTU systems)
• Experience working with building automation and energy management systems
• Proven ability to manage vendors, contractors, and service partners
• Confident communicator with strong organisational and leadership skills
• Vocational/technical qualification or related degree
• Comfortable working in a fast-moving, high-expectation environment