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Jose Vasquez

Marietta,GA

Summary

Skilled and organized chief engineer with more than 20 years in building maintenance currently responsible for building complex size of 1.8 millions SF. Possesses in-depth knowledge of maintenance, troubleshooting and repair procedures in all areas of facility and mechanical systems for both commercial and residential buildings. Personable well-versed in evaluating and diagnosing problems and repairing issues in a timely and professional manner. Customer-oriented Facilities Maintenance Tech offering a strong management background, including work assignment, planning, review and training staff in work procedures. Wide knowledge of techniques, materials and equipment related to repair and maintenance of facilities. Knowledgeable and motivated who excels in building and facility maintenance environment. Areas of expertise include HVAC, energy management systems, refrigeration, plumbing, welding and hazardous waste management.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Chief Engineer

We Partner Group
09.2023 - Current
  • Reduced equipment downtime through proactive preventive maintenance and timely repairs, ensuring smooth operations.
  • Managed and scheduled equipment and system preventive maintenance programs to verify contractual compliance.
  • Established procedures for corrective and preventive maintenance.
  • Oversaw facility inspections to identify areas of concern or opportunities for improvement in infrastructure management.
  • Attended weekly department head meetings to share information and voice concerns.
  • Managed budgets for engineering projects, making strategic decisions to optimize resources while maintaining quality standards.
  • Performed root cause analyses to diagnose system failures accurately while minimizing downtime during troubleshooting efforts.
  • Led a team of engineers to successfully complete complex projects within budget and schedule constraints.
  • Worked closely with vendors and internal sourcing to establish relationships, fostering new opportunities, solutions and cost savings.
  • Optimized system performance by implementing innovative engineering solutions and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Improved safety standards by conducting thorough risk assessments and implementing necessary mitigation measures.
  • Evaluated vendor proposals for equipment purchases, selecting the best options based on cost-benefit analysis and long-term value.
  • Completed annual capital budgeting, invoice review and approval and weekly work schedules.
  • Determined necessary steps to bring systems into compliance.

Chief Engineer

Cousins Properties
01.2019 - Current

Chief Engineer responsable for a building complex size of 1.8 million SF,oversee stallation and maintenance of the architectural, mechanical and electrical systems.Perform routine maintenance to determine damages, repairs, and replacements.Support in developing preventive maintenance and energy conservation programs.Plan, coordinate and execute renovation projects.Assist in employee recruiting, training, performance evaluation, termination and promotion activities.Ensure that building structures and all mechanical and electrical systems are in good and safe conditions.Ensure that engineering team uses equipment safely and efficiently to avoid accidents.Manage all expenses within the allotted budget. Communicate overall condition of engineering systems to Chief Manager on regular basis.Assist engineering staff to process customer requests promptly and accurately recommend cost-effective solutions to maintain building structures and related systems.Ensure that work area is maintained clean, safe and organized.Educate team on safety regulations, engineering policies and purchasing procedures and other company standards.Oversee recycling and waste disposal programs.Prioritize, plan and assign daily work duties to engineering staffs.Order and stock the maintenance supplies to avoid any shortages.Managed and scheduled equipment and system preventive maintenance programs to verify contractual compliance.

Chief Engineer

Cousins Properties
01.2019 - Current

Chief Engineer responsable for a building complex size of 1.8 million SF,oversee stallation and maintenance of the architectural, mechanical and electrical systems.Perform routine maintenance to determine damages, repairs, and replacements.Support in developing preventive maintenance and energy conservation programs.Plan, coordinate and execute renovation projects.Assist in employee recruiting, training, performance evaluation, termination and promotion activities.Ensure that building structures and all mechanical and electrical systems are in good and safe conditions.Ensure that engineering team uses equipment safely and efficiently to avoid accidents.Manage all expenses within the allotted budget. Communicate overall condition of engineering systems to Chief Manager on regular basis.Assist engineering staff to process customer requests promptly and accurately recommend cost-effective solutions to maintain building structures and related systems.Ensure that work area is maintained clean, safe and organized.Educate team on safety regulations, engineering policies and purchasing procedures and other company standards.Oversee recycling and waste disposal programs.Prioritize, plan and assign daily work duties to engineering staffs.Order and stock the maintenance supplies to avoid any shortages.Managed and scheduled equipment and system preventive maintenance programs to verify contractual compliance.

Assistant Chief Engineer

Cousins Properties
11.2017 - Current

Assistant Chief Engineer

JLL, Jones Lang LaSalle
11.2012 - 11.2017
  • Assisted in engineering projects for application and distribution lighting and power systems.
  • Planned infrastructure routes accounting for company policies, space availability and equipment constraints.

Lead Engineer

PMRG
11.2011 - 11.2012
  • Repaired air compressors, chillers, heating units and exhaust fans.
  • Responsible for all mayor repairs in building ( HVAC , plumbing, electrical, key )
  • Responsible for building operation (star up and shut down) maintained all lighting in two buildings as well as parking deck Maintained lighting inventory
  • CSI Building Automation System.
  • Provide day to day operation and maintained of all HVAC, electric, door, lock and plumbing equipment
  • Responsible for the operation and maintained of three low rise building.

Building Engineer

hines
08.1998 - 11.2011
  • Repaired air compressors, chillers, heating units and exhaust fans.electrical motor and cooling towers. 
  • Responsible for all mayor repairs in building ( HVAC , plumbing, electrical, key )
  • Responsible for building operation (star up and shut down)
  • maintained all lighting in two buildings as well as parking deck Maintained lighting inventory
  •  Building Automation System.
  • Provide day to day operation and maintained of all HVAC, electric, door, lock and plumbing equipment
  • Responsible for the operation and maintained of two 600 ton Trane chiller and two 300 ton carrier centrifugal chillers.


Utility Man

Red lee
01.1995 - 01.1998
Assisted Hines Engineering Department with various tasks 

Education

High School Diploma -

UNAN

Skills

  • EPA Certified Universal License
  • HVAC computer controls knowledge
  • VAV boxes and control systems
  • Chilled water systems knowledge
  • Knowledge of condenser water pumps
  • Air handlers
  • Knowledge of chiller water pumps
  • Control circuit troubleshooting
  • Strong mechanical and electrical skills
  • Pneumatic control knowledge
  • Skilled locksmith
  • Knowledge of chillers operation and repair
  • Knowledge of McQuay unit operation
  • Knowledge of automation system (Metasys,tracer summit,Alerton control,siemens ,tridium Niagara R-2,R-4
  • Knowledge water treatment program

Timeline

Chief Engineer

We Partner Group
09.2023 - Current

Chief Engineer

Cousins Properties
01.2019 - Current

Chief Engineer

Cousins Properties
01.2019 - Current

Assistant Chief Engineer

Cousins Properties
11.2017 - Current

Assistant Chief Engineer

JLL, Jones Lang LaSalle
11.2012 - 11.2017

Lead Engineer

PMRG
11.2011 - 11.2012

Building Engineer

hines
08.1998 - 11.2011

Utility Man

Red lee
01.1995 - 01.1998

High School Diploma -

UNAN
Jose Vasquez