Major duties, and responsibilities of an Building Engineer
- Conduct daily inspection of the operation of mechanical, electrical, building life support system and other operational equipment which are within the scope of Property Management Agreement
- Ensure that building rules and regulations related to safety are complied and limits uninterrupted building services to the tenants
- Prepare the 52-Week Preventive Maintenance Calendar to ensure proper function of all the building equipment
- Recommend solutions to equipment and building problems in order to sustain current building operation
- Ensure that all permits and licenses related to the operation of the building and its appurtenant equipment are secured and complied on time
- Prepare the technicians schedule. Monitor and schedule overtime only when necessary. Determine the need to call in and coordinate the work of the technicians during emergencies
- Plan and schedule required facilities and equipment repairs and ensure work is done on time with minimal or no interruption to the building operation
- Prepare special projects, and schedule activities during holidays and long weekends to be accomplished by technical staff
- Recommend cost saving initiatives and energy optimization programs of the building
- Safe keep all building as- built plans, layouts and diagrams including tenant fit-out plans
- Recommend tools, equipment and materials necessary for building operations
- Update and record equipment history which includes parts replacement, preventive maintenance program and cost analysis
- Ensure proper inventory of supplies and spare parts and must track the re-order point just in time for the requirement
- Monitor the activities and keep the service reports of preventive maintenance programs/ activities conducted by third-party contractors responsible for the upkeep of elevators, generating sets, FDAS, cooling system, and other major mechanical and electrical equipment
- Strict implementation of the Fit-out/ Renovation Guidelines and ensures that Building specifications and restrictions are complied by tenants and contractors
- Proper coordination with the tenants and other parties involved for the scheduled power and water interruption
- Monitor and control activities of other utility service providers such as but no limited to power, water, communications, cable TV, etc.
- Prepare the electrical and water meter readings for tenants and/ or residents, and submits to the Property Accountant for preparation of the billing
- Respond to emergency calls and reported malfunctions of utility systems i.e., electrical, mechanical, elevator systems, HVAC systems, and other building services
- Schedule and conduct the fire safety and electrical inspections ensuring a safe work environment
- Act as the Deputy Emergency Marshall in the absence of Property Manager
- Perform other tasks as may be assigned
