Robert Hamilton
Seattle,WA
Summary
Expert Engineering Operations Manager with 40+ years experience. Strengths in the communication, leading and managing facility operations, routine maintenance, preventive maintenance and system optimization. I am a results-driven Engineering Operations Manager with a high attention to detail, experience leading high level cross-functional Building Engineering teams, operating and maintaining facility critical systems. Proven track record in capital planning, vendor oversight, project management and enhancing customer service.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
Work History
Engineering Operations Manager
CBRE
Seattle, WA
04.2013 - Current
- 13 years experience managing and supervising the engineering operations of 12 Medical Office Facilities (approx 1.5 million sq ft).
- Provide high level expert leadership, direction, delegation, mentoring and training to engineering staff (Chief Engineers, Assistant Chief Engineer, Lead Building Engineer, Building Engineers and Maintenance Technicians). Provide technical expertise and support to the engineering staff in HVAC, building controls, chiller plant operations, emergency power systems, distribution, operations and confidence testing.
- Expert in leading cross-functional teams to maintain timely task completion and work output. Fostering skill development and promoting a collaborative team environment with a insistence to provide excellent customer service to both internal and external customers.
- Ensuring compliance with all OSHA standards, fire/life safety code compliance and risk mitigation.
- Implemented quality control and service delivery measures, resulting in improved service delivery, customer service and client satisfaction.
- Manage capital planning, overseeing projects and budgets development. Responsible for capital equipment and 4 to 7 million dollars projects to replace all major equipment and systems.
Facilities Maintenance Supervisor
Pierce County Facility Maintenance
Tacoma, WA
02.1985 - 01.2013
- Supervised and provided leadership to 6 full time facility Engineers.
- Oversaw the engineering operations of a 2000 bed maximum security corrections facility, courthouse, police precinct and public services facility.
- Managed and supervised 12 full time Facility Engineer County Employees. Provided direction and oversight in the 24 hour operations of the facility and its specialized needs. Responsibilities included repair and service to all locking systems, kitchen equipment preventive maintenance and repair, laundry equipment preventive maintenance and repair, HVAC systems, domestic water heating and distribution. Operated daily facility operations, labor force ensuring compliance with safety regulations and maintenance standards.
- Led team in preventive maintenance programs, enhancing equipment reliability and extending lifespan.
- Coordinated repair schedules to minimize downtime and optimize resource allocation across multiple sites.
- Implemented cost-saving measures through efficient inventory management and vendor negotiations.
Education
Certificate of Technical Studies - Building Operations
Building Operators Certification II (BOC II)
04-2019
License - Boiler Operators Class 3
Bates Vocational Institute
Tacoma, WA06-2006
Certification - Universal EPA 608 Certification
EPA
Seattle, WA03-2015
ROL License - Refrigeration Operators License
Renton Technical College
Renton, WA03-2014
ELO7 Specialty Electrical Journeyman License - Industrial Electrical
Washington State L&I
Washington State 12-2002
Skills
- Training and mentoring of Engineering Staff Team building, staff professional development, goal setting
- Scheduling coordination of Engineering labor force in "day to day operations"
- Development of equipment preventive maintenance programs
- Capital planning and capital budget development
- Production planning and service delivery
- Vendor/Contractor oversight and relations
- Facility operations and optimization
- Excellent internal and external customer service skills
Timeline
Engineering Operations Manager
CBRE
04.2013 - Current
Facilities Maintenance Supervisor
Pierce County Facility Maintenance
02.1985 - 01.2013
Certificate of Technical Studies - Building Operations
Building Operators Certification II (BOC II)
License - Boiler Operators Class 3
Bates Vocational Institute
Certification - Universal EPA 608 Certification
EPA
ROL License - Refrigeration Operators License
Renton Technical College
ELO7 Specialty Electrical Journeyman License - Industrial Electrical
Washington State L&I