Engineering Operations Director

About the Role: As a CBRE Engineering Operations Director, you will develop the team responsible for leading the performance of MEP (mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems) and maintaining continuity throughout to provide overall quality control for all properties.
This job is part of the Engineering and Technical Services job function. They are responsible for providing support, preventive maintenance, and repairs on equipment and systems.
What You'll Do:
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• Direct the daily operation of facility controls and asset management systems
•Seek out new business. This includes the identification of opportunities, engaging in client solicitations, proposal developments, and creating presentations. (Not applicable to all GWS specific roles, but they may seek opportunities for improvements).
•Approve hiring contractors and subcontractors based on facility need. Implement bidding procedures as the need arises for contract maintenance activities.
•Approve annual operating budgets.
•Provide formal supervision to employees. Monitor the training and development of staff. Conduct performance evaluations and coaching. Supervise the recruiting and hiring of new employees.
•Coordinate and lead the team's daily activities. Establish work schedules, assign tasks, and cross-train staff. Set and track staff and department deadlines. Mentor and coach as needed.
•Apply a robust knowledge of multiple subject areas, the business, and key drivers which impact departmental and multi-functional performance
•Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values. Persuade managers and other colleagues to take action while being guided by the organization's functional business plans. Negotiate with external partners, vendors, and customers of divergent interests to reach a common goal.
•Identify and tackle multifaceted, complex, operational and organizational problems demonstrating the appropriate resources within or outside the department.
•Significantly improves and changes existing methods, processes and standards within job field.