Chief Building Engineer
Green Hill Condominiums is a friendly community of 543 condominium apartments situated on 23 beautifully wooded and landscaped acres in Wynnewood, PA. The Green Hill Condominiums is managed by First Services Management Company, under the oversight of the Green Hill Board of Directors.
The Chief Building Engineer will provide technical expertise to management and has final authority regarding interpretation of an compliance with all building codes and development regulations.
Job Description
· Supervises, directs and evaluates assigned staff, processing employee concerns and problems, directing work, counseling, disciplining, and completing employee performance evaluations; conducts interviews and selects new employees; and responds to and resolves employee problems and customer complaints;
· Coordinates daily work activities; organizes priorities, and assigns work; monitors status of work in progress and inspects competed work; ensures that inspections and plan reviews are completed in a timely manner according to department standards; confers with assigned staff, assists with complex/problem situations, and provides technical expertise; develops work schedules to ensure adequate coverage; and reviews/approves leave requests;
· Ensures staff compliance with all applicable laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies and procedures; ensures adherence to establish safety procedures; monitors work environment and use of safety equipment to ensure safety of employees and other individuals; initiates and actions necessary to correct deviation or violations;
· Interprets, applies, and enforces the provisions of standard building codes, electrical codes, plumbing codes, mechanical codes, fire prevention codes, life/safety codes, energy codes, handicapped accessibility codes, and other applicable federal, state and local codes, laws, rules, regulations, specifications, standards, policies and procedures; researches code-related issues in code books as needed; initiates any actions necessary to correct deviations or violations; and issues decisions regarding the County’s official interpretation of building codes and standards.
· Serves as a liaison between the department and the community; responds to questions regarding codes, procedures, and other inquiries; and attends meetings of the building association; provides information and technical assistance concerning code interpretation, code requirements, plan reviews, building inspections, code violations, and related issues; discusses problem areas with the Board, developers, owners, contractors, engineers, and architects; responds to complaints and questions related to operation, activities, and employees; responds to questions or complaints concerning code violations or potential contractor violations; researches problems/complaints and initiates solutions to problems, provides information and technical expertise to other staff members.
· Coordinates the administrative management of the community; develops and implements long and short term plans, goals, and objectives for the division; evaluates efficiency and effectiveness of division operations, methods, procedures, and use of resources; implements improvements as needed; develops and implements maintenance budget, coordinates community work activities with contractors, outside agencies, or others as needed.
· Oversees and assists as needed with site inspections of residential buildings and property (including construction work, remodeling work, building systems, and premises) for compliance with applicable codes, specifications, and approved construction plans; monitors activities for the proper use of enforcement mechanisms such as stop work orders, warning notices, etc.; monitors activities involving failed inspections and issuance of violation notices and stop work orders; oversees follow-up inspections; coordinates and participates in prosecution of violators in court.
· Oversees and assists as needed with review of building plans, site plans, plan revisions, specifications, previous inspection records, or other documents to ensure compliance with applicable codes.
· Investigates complaints against contractors, developers, property owners, building tenants, or other individuals regarding defective construction, unsafe buildings, unlicensed or non-permitted construction, or other issues; researches complaints, initiates appropriate corrective action, and records results of investigations.
· Prepares or completes various forms, reports, correspondence, logs, inspection/re-inspection requests, route sheets, inspection reports, Certificates of Occupancy, Certificates of Correction, warning notices, violation notices, stop work orders, drawings, vehicle maintenance records, or other documents.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field or equivalent work experience
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in building engineering
- Extensive knowledge of building systems
- Thorough understanding of safety regulations
- Valid state driver’s license
Required Behavior:
· Able to demonstrate a high level of service delivery.
· Able to communicate with others in a warm and helpful manner while simultaneously building rapport.
· Able to work cooperatively with a group of people to achieve goals and objectives.
· Able to be tactful; maintains confidences and fosters an ethical work environment.
· Strong problem-solving and organizational skills
· Excellent customer service and communication abilities
· Ability to work independently and within a team
· High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
· Proficient in using computer software programs
Physical Demands:
· Physically able to bend, reach, and work in small areas.
· Physically able to stand and to work on hands and knees for long periods of time.
· Physically able to wash and clean vehicles.
Salary Range: Starting at 90K
Benefits of working at Green Hill:
We provide PTO, 401K, company paid medical, dental and vision insurance, as well as affordable supplemental insurance plans.
Job Types: Full-time, • Day shift • Evening shift • Weekends
Green Hill Condominiums is committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination or harassment. We expect every member of the Green Hill community to do their part to cultivate and maintain an environment where everyone has the opportunity to feel included and is afforded the respect and dignity they deserve. an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We recruit, hire, employ, train, promote, and compensate individuals based on job-related qualifications and abilities. We have a longstanding policy of providing a work environment that respects the dignity and worth of each individual and is free from all forms of employment discrimination, including harassment, because of race, color, sex, gender, age, religion or religious creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Job Types: Full-time, Temporary
Pay: From $90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience level:
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- Overnight shift
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed
Work setting:
Experience:
- Programmable logic controllers: 1 year (Preferred)
- Mechanical knowledge: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Wynnewood, PA 19096 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Wynnewood, PA 19096: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: In person