Brian Barry
Commercial Property Management/Building Engineering
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Engineering
Younan Properties
Phoenix, Arizona
05.2024 - Current
- Responsible for two high rise buildings on Central Ave. Total of 700,000 sq ft.
- Finishing a current new chiller install in basement of one property. Worked on all budgets, scheduling and safety.
- Finished a very large scale fire panel and smoke control system replacement and final green tagged. Worked with engineers and vendors during entire process.
- Work with many government type tenants and the special requirements there.
Chief Building Engineer
DPC Companies
Denver, CO
08.2021 - 05.2024
- Performed minor repairs to equipment such as pumps, motors and valves.
- Monitored and maintained all mechanical systems to ensure proper operation.
- Developed energy conservation strategies to reduce utility costs while maintaining comfort levels in the building.
- Scheduled periodic testing of fire protection systems such as sprinklers and alarms.
- Supervised a team of maintenance personnel in completing tasks related to repair and maintenance activities.
- Managed the work of outside contractors performing service or installation work at the facility.
- Assisted in developing budgets for capital projects and operational expenses.
- Reviewed blueprints, drawings and specifications for new construction projects.
- Identified opportunities for cost savings through improved efficiency in system operations.
Chief Building Engineer
CBRE
Phoenix, AZ
10.2018 - 07.2021
- Performed minor repairs to equipment such as pumps, motors and valves.
- Monitored and maintained all mechanical systems to ensure proper operation.
- Developed energy conservation strategies to reduce utility costs while maintaining comfort levels in the building.
Lead Building Engineer
CBRE
Phoenix, AZ
11.2016 - 10.2018
- Performed regular maintenance, inspections and repairs on all HVAC systems.
- Scheduled regular meetings with engineering staff members in order to review progress on projects.
- Ensured compliance with safety standards, codes and regulations for the facility.
- Assigned work orders to engineering personnel based on their skill set and availability.
Building Engineer
CBRE
Phoenix, AZ
04.2009 - 10.2016
- Installed new fixtures and equipment as needed throughout the facility.
- Monitored contractor performance, working with vendors to meet regulatory and organizational physical specifications.
- Responded quickly to tenant inquiries or complaints regarding building operations.
Building Engineer
Cavan Real Estate Investment
Scottsdale, AZ
02.2005 - 11.2008
- Responded quickly to tenant inquiries or complaints regarding building operations.
- Coordinated scheduling of preventive maintenance programs according to manufacturer's recommendations.
Superintendent
Southwest Architectural Builders
Phoenix, AZ
02.1993 - 04.2005
- Run entire tenant improvements
- Vendor timelines
- Job scheduling
- City inspections
Education
EPA Certification - HVACR
Refrigeration School Inc
Phoenix, AZ08-1997
GED -
Cactus High School
Glendale, AZ05-1992
Skills
- Staff Training and Development
- Budgeting and Cost Control
- Electrical Systems Knowledge
- Facility Inspections
- Energy Management Training
- Contract bidding
- RFP for bidding process
- HVAC Expertise
- Fire Protection Systems
- Preventive Maintenance Planning
- Contractor Supervision
- Emergency Planning
- Preventive Maintenance
Timeline
Director of Engineering
Younan Properties
05.2024 - Current
Chief Building Engineer
DPC Companies
08.2021 - 05.2024
Chief Building Engineer
CBRE
10.2018 - 07.2021
Lead Building Engineer
CBRE
11.2016 - 10.2018
Building Engineer
CBRE
04.2009 - 10.2016
Building Engineer
Cavan Real Estate Investment
02.2005 - 11.2008
Superintendent
Southwest Architectural Builders
02.1993 - 04.2005
EPA Certification - HVACR
Refrigeration School Inc
GED -
Cactus High School