Lead Engineer

Overview

Headquartered in the Greater Washington area, American Real Estate Partners (AREP) is a US-based leading institutional fund manager and real estate partner with over $13 billion deployed across key U.S. markets. Specializing in data center, residential, industrial, and office assets, AREP has acquired more than 34 million square feet of Class A real estate and currently manages over 25 million square feet.

Power House Data Centers, a wholly owned division of AREP, is a developer and owner of next-generation data centers and provides technical real estate solutions for hyperscalers across the country. Backed by strategic joint venture partnerships, Power House leverages its proven leadership and best-in-class technical expertise to deliver innovative real estate solutions.

The Lead Engineer position encompasses a wide range of duties. This associate is generally the first company representative to address and then resolve a tenant’s concern regarding the building or their space.

• Perform the maintenance, repair, operation, and general upkeep of the properties and grounds.
• Maintain a positive high profile with the tenants, co-workers, vendors and public.
• Respond to tenant requests.
• Administer preventative maintenance on building systems and components.
• Follow standards and policies for: OSHA, ASHRAE, ADA, EPA compliance and all local codes applicable to the operation and maintenance of the property; pollution control; installation, modification, and quality control and CFC laws.
• Follow company operating policy and procedures; inspections; maintenance of equipment; and oversee the general maintenance of buildings. Leak checks.
• Inspect facilities and equipment to determine the need and extent of service, equipment required and if outside contracting is necessary within the approval limits and budget.
• Perform or delegate duties such as maintenance, repair or renovation and obtain bids for additional work from outside contractors/vendors.
• Purchase building and maintenance supplies, machinery, equipment and furniture within the approval limit and budget.
• Advise, assist and administer the Repair & Maintenance building budget.
• Assemble and analyze contract bids and submit bids and recommendations to the Senior Operations Manager or Operations Manager.
• Understand and comply with safety policies and assist other staff members as needed.
• Oversee and manage Maintenance Technicians. Perform all supervisory functions.
• Walk all full-service suites and common areas on a regular basis.
• Check for lights out and any other maintenance issues that need to be taken care of. Change out lamps/ballasts as needed.
• Inspect vacant suites weekly.
• Open doors for contractors. Escort contractors into secure areas/roofs.
• Put fire alarm panels on test when needed.
• Perform HVAC repairs and maintenance.
• Perform regular checks on generators and fire pumps.
• Perform basic plumbing on toilets and sinks.
• Run errands such as picking up supplies, making runs to the locksmith, etc.
• Perform general maintenance repairs as needed, as directed by the Senior Operations Manager, Operations Manager or Chief Engineer.
• After hours on call duties.
• Snow removal.
• Oversees the cleanliness and marketability of the property.
• At times, directly supervise Maintenance Technicians, Engineers and Porters in the building. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's requirements and applicable laws.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Able to build deep customer relationships by partnering with co-workers, vendors, and customers.
• Ability to anticipate any barriers that may affect customer, vendor or co-worker conflict or stress.
• Able to focus on understanding and elevating the customer experience. Develops procedures and processes that fit the needs of their building.
• Ability to listen, set clear expectations and engage in crucial conversations on a customer and colleague level.
• Able to consistently communicate goals and progress with team ensuring that everyone is prepared for their role.
• Regularly measure building performance and provide constructive feedback including suggestions/plans for…