Joshua W. Larkey
Auburn,CA
Summary
Seasoned engineering and facilities leader with 25+ years of experience overseeing critical infrastructure, HVAC/mechanical systems, and capital project execution across Class A commercial and data center environments. Proven expertise in managing new campus transitions from construction to operations, leading multidisciplinary engineering teams, implementing preventive maintenance and safety programs, and supporting sustainability and regulatory compliance. Adept in project planning, budgeting, vendor management, and aligning operations with long-term strategic objectives. Skilled in Siemens, Automated Logic, and Andover Controls; experienced with LEED, Energy Star, and environmental permitting.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Engineering Manager
Hines Property Management
07.2020 - Current
- Manage and oversee operations of a 535,000 sq. ft. gated corporate campus including restaurant, retail, gym, and daycare facilities.
- Lead engineering team; establish training programs, enforce safety procedures, and develop preventive maintenance standards.
- Partner with property managers and ownership on project planning, capital forecasting, and operational strategy.
Chief Engineer / Construction Manager
Lowe Enterprises
04.2017 - 06.2020
- Directed all maintenance, tenant improvements, and capital projects for 4 Class A office buildings.
- Prepared RFPs, evaluated vendor proposals, and managed construction and energy retrofits.
- Collaborated with SMUD to optimize rebates and maintain Energy Star certifications.
- Led utility and R&M budget forecasting aligned with ownership objectives.
Engineering Manager
Hines Property Management
07.2008 - 04.2017
- Oversaw day-to-day operations and engineering for 7 office buildings totaling 750,000 sq. ft.
- Developed and implemented preventive maintenance and energy efficiency programs.
- Managed large-scale controls retrofit project: upgraded 18 RTUs and over 500 VAVs.
- Secured LEED Gold certification for 2 buildings and multiple SMUD energy awards.
- Supported due diligence for property acquisitions with engineering assessments.
Chief Engineer
Cushman & Wakefield
10.2004 - 07.2008
- Led maintenance and engineering for a 60,000 sq. ft. eBay data center.
- Managed mission-critical systems: UPS, chillers, VFDs, generators, etc.
- Authored MOPs/SOPs; led in-house team and external vendors to ensure 24/7 system uptime.
Lead Mechanical / Assistant Chief Engineer
Sprint
11.2002 - 10.2004
- Managed HVAC and mechanical systems in a 60,000 sq. ft. Colo data center.
- Designed and implemented system upgrades including airflow reconfiguration and duct retrofits.
Lead HVAC Engineer
MCI/WorldCom
12.2000 - 11.2002
- Handled HVAC, plumbing, and electrical issues across 10 regional sites.
- Coordinated critical systems maintenance (UPS, generators, fire safety).
Education
HVAC & Mechanical Training -
U.S. Navy A School
Great Lakes, MICoursework - HVAC & Engineering
Eastville Jr. College
Irving, TXGeneral Education - undefined
North Central Texas College
Lewisville, TXHigh School - undefined
El Camino High School
Sacramento, CASkills
- Siemens Apogee, Automated Logic, Andover Controls
- Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams)
- Web-based Maintenance Management Systems
- Blueprint Reading & Scaling
- Budgeting, RFP Development, and Project Bidding
- Project oversight
- Training and mentoring
- Budget coordination
- Regulatory compliance
- HVAC
Certification
- Universal EPA Refrigerant Certification
- Welding Certified (ARC/MIG)
- EMT Certified (expired; available upon request)
- Safety & Environmental Compliance (internal programs)
Core Competencies
- Capital Project Planning & Delivery
- Facilities & Engineering Operations
- Preventive & Predictive Maintenance Programs
- Team Leadership & Training
- Safety & Compliance (OSHPD, TJC, EPA)
- HVAC, Mechanical & Electrical Systems
- Sustainability & Energy Efficiency (LEED, Energy Star)
- Budgeting & Cost Control
- Vendor & Contractor Management
- Critical Infrastructure & Data Centers
Timeline
Engineering Manager
Hines Property Management
07.2020 - Current
Chief Engineer / Construction Manager
Lowe Enterprises
04.2017 - 06.2020
Engineering Manager
Hines Property Management
07.2008 - 04.2017
Chief Engineer
Cushman & Wakefield
10.2004 - 07.2008
Lead Mechanical / Assistant Chief Engineer
Sprint
11.2002 - 10.2004
Lead HVAC Engineer
MCI/WorldCom
12.2000 - 11.2002
Coursework - HVAC & Engineering
Eastville Jr. College
General Education - undefined
North Central Texas College
High School - undefined
El Camino High School
HVAC & Mechanical Training -
U.S. Navy A School