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Chief Engineer

Location US-MD-Bethesda
Posted Date 18 hours ago(10/7/2025 2:15 PM)
Job ID
2025-4277
Experience (Years)
10
Category
Operations and Maintenance - Experienced
Company : Name Linked
Complete Building Services

Overview

Complete Building Services (CBS) is passionate about the operation and maintenance of buildings and facilities across the commercial and government sectors. As the largest division of The Donohoe Companies, Inc.—Washington, DC’s most established real estate organization—CBS takes pride in its reputation for excellence. We celebrate and empower our talented employees, and it shows: the Washington Business Journal has recognized us multiple times as a “Best Place to Work.”

 

Perks & Benefits

CBS offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes competitive salaries, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage, FSA, flexible vacation, commuter benefits, and a 401(k) plan with a company match. In addition, we provide exceptional perks such as tuition reimbursement for education and certifications, employee discount programs (including hotels and vendor products), and an Employee Assistance Program offering access to free financial consultants, therapists, and legal advisors.

We value diversity and believe that building teams where everyone can bring their authentic self to work is the key to our success. Join CBS and discover what the best work of your career could look like.

Responsibilities

Complete Building Services supports over 100 different commercial properties in the Washington DC metro area. We are hiring a Chief Engineer to take on a portfolio in Bethesda, MD. They will work hand in hand with our client and our Field Supervisor to ensure the building is running at top efficiency. Base hours are Monday–Friday 7:00 am–3:30 pm with flexibility to support projects after hours as required. Salary $40-$45 per hour depending on experience.

 

Your day to day will vary and your duties could include:

  • Providing Quality Control services for the work of subordinates and subcontractors to ensure maximum efficiency, economy, and quality of work performed
  • Assist with competitive process, develop statement of work construction documents, obtain bids/proposals/cost estimates for TWO's (Tenant Work Order's) and construction projects
  • Oversight of diagnostic and repairs on building systems
  • Oversight of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and life safety system repairs
  • Preparing work schedules
  • Maintaining records and prepare required reports
  • Coordinating and schedule maintenance and repair work on a daily basis
  • Manage some on-site subcontractors supporting the projects  
  • Preparing and issuing solicitations for the subcontractors as necessary for the acquisition of goods and services in support of the contract requirements

Qualifications

The Chief Engineer shall possess the following minimum qualifications

  • 10+ years of building engineering experience
  • Demonstrate expert working knowledge of engineering and building systems
  • Quality Control/Inspect completed work
  • Ability to plan, organize and meet deadlines
  • Ability to work on several projects simultaneously and prioritize work, as required
  • Proficiency with word processing, spreadsheet and project tracking software
  • Ability to read, review and understand blueprints
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to manage subordinates and multiple projects in a fast pace environment

                                                  EOE, including disability/veterans

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