Chief Engineer

CAMCO Property Management in Philadelphia, PA, is seeking a skilled Chief Engineer to lead the maintenance team of a 22-story luxury condominium building. This role requires 10 to 15 years of experience managing similar buildings and systems. The Chief Engineer will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of property maintenance, ensuring that high standards are consistently met.

The position offers a competitive salary of $90,000 and operates Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with occasional additional hours as needed. The candidate will also be on-call 24/7 and must be ready to respond to after-hours emergencies promptly.

If you have a passion for building maintenance, strong attention to detail, and a proactive approach to problem-solving, this is an excellent opportunity to make a significant impact and lead a dedicated team in a dynamic property management company. Apply now to join us!

Compensation: $90,000

Desired Skills and Experience

Qualifications

• Minimum of ten years’ experience similar work environment.
• Minimum of five years' management experience overseeing large facility preventive maintenance programs.
• Knowledge and experience regarding occupational hazards of the electrical and mechanical trades, related safety precautions and considerable skill required for the installation, maintenance and repair of building systems and equipment.
  
  

Education

• A high school diploma or equivalent education is required.
  
  

Language Requirement

• Must be fluent in speaking, reading, and writing English.
• Must have excellent oral and written communication skills sufficient to effectively communicate with employees, management, and residents.
  
  

Licenses And Certifications

• Class A Engineering License issued by the City of Philadelphia.
  
  

Responsibilities

• Preventive maintenance, condition monitoring, repair, installation, and modernization of all central systems.
• Ensures that yearly inspections of the fire alarm system, sprinkler system, generator, elevator, electrical system, etc. are completed as required by law or the Condominium Association.
• Immediately reports any malfunctions to contracted specialists and ensures that necessary repairs are addressed expeditiously.
• Maintains effective, timely and respectful communication and interaction with other employees, managers, and residents.
• Performs other administrative tasks including material ordering, inventory, and work scheduling.
• Collects and summarizes data for written engineering reports submitted for bi-monthly executive board meetings.
• Performs other duties and special projects as assigned.
• Develops and maintains professional relationships with various building vendors.
  
  

Other Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge of all principles and processes involved in operating and maintaining central building systems.
• Knowledge of steam-related equipment including steam boilers to heat the building.
• Knowledge of a heat pump loop system with cooling tower to air conditioning the building.
• Provides excellent customer service to residents.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Expert computer skills, specifically in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to become an active and functioning member of a team.
• Expert communication skills to facilitate and disseminate information.