Facility Engineer

Exciting and rare opportunity within a private estate management company!

Are you a detailed, innovative, and flexible team player who thrives in a dynamic environment? Join our team to support a property in a luxury private estate environment. Working for this UHNW family provides a career that includes structure, support, and flexibility.

The ideal candidate will possess exemplary Facility skills and a “No task too small” team player attitude. The Facility Engineer will partner with an amazing close-knit team of highly-skilled professionals to ensure daily goals (large and small) are delivered to the highest standards for the property.  

• College degree preferred; specialized training or licensing required
• 5+ years’ experience in Facilities
• Ability to exhibit high levels of integrity and discretion when dealing with confidential matters
• Ability to juggle multiple projects and tasks simultaneously
• Excellent knowledge of HVAC, MEP, Lighting and/or automation control systems, and other equipment associated with commercial grade buildings
• Intermediate understanding of Information Technology, Networking, and Audio/Video
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills; positive attitude
• Experience in level 5 finishes and/or working in 5-star hotel or museum atmosphere
• Excellent knowledge of smart phones and general office and computer skills
• Keen attention to detail, honesty, adaptability, dependability, and a willingness to do hands-on work

Position Responsibilities: 

• Maintain the highest level of quality in finishes, systems and assets in a unique Residential Environment
• Assist Estate Manager and Facilities Director in achieving a high level of service, detail and performance standards – with a focus in HVAC, Networking and Audio/Video – in a commercial grade building in a museum-type environment
• Help manage all building systems, fixtures, special finishes and oversee contract supervisors to meet project objectives
• Coordinate and support maintenance and service on control and HVAC, lighting, and shade systems
• Coordinate with IT department to support maintenance and service on video, PC and networked systems
• Oversee current facility related systems to a higher level of operational ease and sophistication by integration with new technology processes. This includes design, implementation and ongoing support.
• Oversee contractor process; proposals, project/plan design, project work/completion, relationship management, safety, etc.
• Coordinate the protection, handling and care of Art and luxury finishes and accessories
• Ensure quality issues are identified and reported to the appropriate department and are rectified
• Facilitate building system upgrades which may include design, programming, testing, commissioning, operation, maintenance and repair
• Advise the Estate Manager & Facilities Manager on budget preparation, program changes, goal establishments and short/long range planning
• On-call responsibility that requires immediate response to facility related needs

Valued, But Not Required, Skills and Experience: 

• Private estate/hotel/museum experience
• Experience working in high-rise building
• Control System certification
• HVAC Diploma or work experience
• Networking or OS Certifications
• Lutron certification
• Intermediate build-out and commissioning experience
• Audio Video experience

Why work with us?

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus program
• 100% employer paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and their families
• 401(k) + match
• Generous vacation and personal time off
• Training and development opportunities
• Programs and activities to encourage a balanced lifestyle