Job Overview The Chief Engineer is responsible for the seamless operation, maintenance, and presentation of all building systems within a luxury high-residences. This role is critical to delivering a five-star living exp…
Skills: HVAC Management, Building Automation Systems, Capital Planning, Team Leadership, Financial Budgeting
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Full-time
high school, professional certificate
Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, 401K Match, Life Insurance, Career Advancement Opportunities
Posted 22d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
Oversee the seamless operation and maintenance of all building systems within luxury high-residences to ensure a five-star living experience. Lead the engineering team and manage high-value capital projects while coordinating with property management and the Board of Directors.
Requirements
Requires a High School Diploma, EPA Section 608 Universal Certification, and at least 10 years of residential maintenance experience. Candidates must have extensive knowledge of HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems, along with proven supervisory experience in luxury facilities.
Full job description
Job Overview
The Chief Engineer is responsible for the seamless operation, maintenance, and presentation of all building systems within a luxury high-residences. This role is critical to delivering a five-star living experience by ensuring reliability, discretion, and excellence in all engineering services. #weshowup
The Chief Engineer leads the engineering team, oversees complex building systems, manages high-value capital projects, and works closely with property management and the Board of Directors to protect and enhance the asset’s value. This individual is expected to operate at a high level of professionalism, technical expertise, and resident service.
Key Responsibilities
Luxury Building Operations & Resident Experience
Ensure all building systems operate at peak efficiency with zero disruption to residents whenever possible.
Deliver a “white-glove” level of service—responding promptly, professionally, and discreetly to resident concerns.
Maintain immaculate condition and presentation of all mechanical rooms, back-of-house areas, and service corridors.
Coordinate work to minimize noise, inconvenience, and visual impact in occupied residences.
Engineering Leadership & Team Management
Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing engineering team with a service-first mindset.
Establish clear performance standards aligned with luxury hospitality-level expectations.
Maintain staffing schedules that ensure 24/7 coverage and rapid response capability.
Promote a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvement.
Advanced Building Systems Management
Oversee operation, maintenance, and optimization of:
HVAC systems, including chillers, boilers, cooling towers, and VRF (Variable Refrigerant Flow) systems
Building Automation Systems (BAS) and energy management platforms
Electrical distribution, switchgear, and emergency generators
Domestic water, booster pumps, and water treatment systems
Fire/life safety systems and smoke control systems
Elevators and vertical transportation systems
Utilize data and analytics to proactively identify system inefficiencies and implement improvements.
Capital Planning & Asset Preservation
Develop and execute long-term capital plans to maintain Class A/luxury standards.
Lead major projects such as system upgrades, façade restoration, and amenity enhancements.
Partner with consultants, engineers, and ownership on design, budgeting, and execution.
Ensure all upgrades align with luxury market expectations and property positioning.
Vendor & Contractor Oversight
Manage high-quality, vetted vendors who meet luxury service standards.
Oversee all contracted work to ensure exceptional craftsmanship and minimal disruption.
Enforce strict compliance with insurance, safety, and operational protocols.
Financial Management
Prepare and manage the engineering operating and capital budgets.
Identify opportunities for cost savings without compromising quality or resident experience.
Support reserve studies and long-term financial planning.
Compliance, Risk Management & Safety
Maintain full compliance with all applicable codes, inspections, and regulatory requirements.
Ensure flawless execution of life safety system testing and documentation.
Qualifications
High School Diploma
Current Driver's License
Central Plant System experience required
EPA Section 608 Universal Certification
Master of Electrician and Plumbing preferred
At least 10 years of Residential maintenance experience
At least 8 years building facilities operation experience in a luxury apartment
Minimum of 5 years supervisory experience as senior engineer/technician or equivalent position in facilities management
Building automation systems experience required
Proven experience providing excellent customer service
Extensive knowledge of HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems in multi-family housing and mid to large size facility operations
Exposure to budgeting and basic accounting
Understands elevator maintenance, fire sprinkler/alarm systems and high-rise buildings
Proficient with computers and relevant computer programs
General understanding and use of Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
Experience with Yardi preferred
Excellent communication and leadership skills
Strong problem-solving skills
Ability to work after hours, as needed including on-call rotation
Must be highly credible and trustworthy, and operate with high degree of integrity
Must hold oneself and others accountable and strive for a high level of excellence
Must have a positive, can-do attitude and be able to fuel growth and innovation
Must be customer-focused and results-oriented
Must want to continuously learn and develop
Exceptional oral and written communication, active listening, and organizational skills
Ability to establish strong working relationships with others in team setting
Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks with a strong attention to detail in a fast-paced environment
Self-directed and able to work independently, with minimal supervision
Physical Demands & Work Environment
Required to stand for long periods and walk, climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, stretch, twist, and/or reach
Push, pull or lift up to 50 pounds
Continuous repetitive motions
Work under variable temperature conditions (or extreme heat or cold), under variable noise levels, outdoors/indoors, around fumes and/or hazards, around dust and/or mite hazards, around chemicals and bio-hazards
Benefits
Compensation: - Competitive Salary with Bonus Potential - Generous Benefit Package: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K Match, Life Insurance
Career Development - Opportunities for Advancement within our expanding portfolio - Annual Professional Development Funds to fuel your growth
Employee Perks: - Employee Discount for added benefits - Enjoy a Friendly Work Environment that values collaboration
Additional Benefits: - Explore more perks and possibilities for growing your career with Comstock Companies! Discover what sets us apart!
Related keywords
HVACChillersBoilersCooling TowersVRF SystemsBASSwitchgearEmergency GeneratorsWater TreatmentFire Life SafetyElevatorsClass A StandardsFaçade RestorationReserve StudiesEPA Section 608Yardi
Delivering extraordinary experiences in places people live, work, and play.
Industry
Real Estate
Company size
201-500 employees
Founded
1985
Headquarters
Reston, Virginia
LinkedIn followers
13,956
Comstock Holding Companies®, Inc. (NASDAQ: CHCI) is a leading real estate asset manager of mixed-use and transit-oriented properties in the Washington, D.C. region. Since 1985, we have acquired, developed, operated, and sold millions of square feet of residential, commercial, and mixed-use properties.
We provide a broad suite of asset management, property management, development and construction management, and other real estate services to our asset-owning clients, composed primarily of institutional real estate investors, high net worth family offices, and governmental bodies with surplus real estate holdings.
Our fee-based, asset-light, and substantially debt-free business model allows us to mitigate many of the risks that are typically associated with real estate development. Our primary focus is the continued growth of our managed portfolio, which currently includes two of the largest transit-oriented, mixed-use developments in the Washington, D.C. area: Reston Station and Loudoun Station.
We aspire to be among the most admired real estate developers, asset managers, and operators by creating extraordinary places, providing exceptional experiences, and generating excellent results for all stakeholders.
Comstock Holding Companies, Inc. is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the symbol CHCI. For more information, visit Comstock.com.
Offices: 1900 Reston Metro Plaza, 10th Floor, Reston, Virginia 20190, US
Real EstateReal Estate DevelopmentMultifamily DevelopmentAcquisitionsAsset ManagementReal Estate Related ServicesProperty Managementand Environmental Consulting and Design ServicesReal Estate InvestmentReal Estate
Delivering extraordinary experiences in places people live, work, and play.
Industry
Real Estate
Company size
201-500 employees
Founded
1985
Headquarters
Reston, Virginia
LinkedIn followers
13,956
Comstock Holding Companies®, Inc. (NASDAQ: CHCI) is a leading real estate asset manager of mixed-use and transit-oriented properties in the Washington, D.C. region. Since 1985, we have acquired, developed, operated, and sold millions of square feet of residential, commercial, and mixed-use properties.
We provide a broad suite of asset management, property management, development and construction management, and other real estate services to our asset-owning clients, composed primarily of institutional real estate investors, high net worth family offices, and governmental bodies with surplus real estate holdings.
Our fee-based, asset-light, and substantially debt-free business model allows us to mitigate many of the risks that are typically associated with real estate development. Our primary focus is the continued growth of our managed portfolio, which currently includes two of the largest transit-oriented, mixed-use developments in the Washington, D.C. area: Reston Station and Loudoun Station.
We aspire to be among the most admired real estate developers, asset managers, and operators by creating extraordinary places, providing exceptional experiences, and generating excellent results for all stakeholders.
Comstock Holding Companies, Inc. is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the symbol CHCI. For more information, visit Comstock.com.
Offices: 1900 Reston Metro Plaza, 10th Floor, Reston, Virginia 20190, US
Real EstateReal Estate DevelopmentMultifamily DevelopmentAcquisitionsAsset ManagementReal Estate Related ServicesProperty Managementand Environmental Consulting and Design ServicesReal Estate InvestmentReal Estate