ROBERTO SUAREZ
Miami,FL
Summary
Dynamic Chief Engineer with extensive experience at First Service Residential, excelling in mechanical systems management and team leadership. Achieved significant cost savings through strategic vendor negotiations and enhanced preventive maintenance programs, reducing equipment downtime by 20%. Proficient in HVAC systems and committed to fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chief Engineer
FirstService Residential- Muse Condominium
Sunny Isles Beach, FL
09.2024 - Current
- Oversaw the maintenance and repair of all mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems in a large commercial building
- Managed a team of XX maintenance technicians, assigning tasks and ensuring timely completion of work orders
- Implemented preventive maintenance programs to minimize equipment downtime and extend the life span of critical assets
- Developed and maintained relationships with vendors to ensure prompt delivery of necessary parts and supplies
- Led troubleshooting efforts for complex equipment failures, identifying root causes and implement ineffective solutions
- Performed regular inspections to identify potential issues or safety hazards, taking proactive measures to address them
- Collaborated with other departments to coordinate maintenance activities that minimized disruption to daily operations
- Created detailed reports on equipment performance, maintenance activities, and budget utilization for senior management review
- Developed training programs for maintenance staff on new technologies or procedures to enhance their skills and efficiency
- Managed the department's budget by analyzing expenses, negotiating contracts with service providers, and optimizing resource allocation
- Reduced overall equipment downtime by XX% through implementation of an improved preventive maintenance program
- Achieved cost savings of $XXK annually by renegotiating vendor contracts for parts procurement
- Improved response time for emergency repairs by XX% through efficient coordination between internal teams
- Upgraded outdated HVAC system resulting in energy savings of XX%
- Implemented a computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) resulting in increased productivity
- Led successful installation projects including electrical upgrades saving $XXK per year
- Ensured compliance with all safety regulations related to building systems
- Provided technical expertise during construction projects ensuring adherence to specifications
- Developed comprehensive asset management strategies resulting in reduced replacement costs
- Conducted regular audits on inventory levels reducing excess stock by XX%
Chief Engineer / Housekeeping Supervisor
KW Management Consulting- Capo Bella Condominium
Miami Beach, FL
01.2023 - 08.2024
- Maintaining mechanical equipment rooms to ensure clean and safe conditions for the whole building operations
- Conducting monthly inspections of building systems such: HVAC, electrical, structural, cooling towers, and roofs
- Assisting Property Manager in handling request for service calls, evaluate requests and dispatch appropriate contractors
- Responding to work orders, assign to staff as applicable, follow -up and verify completion of work orders daily
- Responsible for placing all maintenance and janitorial supplies orders for the property staff in a timing manner
- Working on building projects and budget estimates along with General Manager maximizing and saving in distributions
- Directing maintenance repairs to keep the building assigned areas well per association and laws specifications
- Overseeing staff on a daily basis by training housekeepers on cleaning and maintenance tasks in the assigned areas
- Evaluating team members performance and adjusting their training based on the needs and demands of the property
- Work closely with the front desk, maintenance team, and general manager to address issues and concerns daily
- Ordering general maintenance and janitorial supplies for the property keeping well distributed of budget assigned
Chief Engineer
FirstService Residential
Miami, FL
01.2021 - 12.2023
- Managing the property infrastructure and building systems in a safe, efficient, and cost -effective manner
- Supervising team who performs engineering, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and general facility repairs
- Responsible for all maintenance projects requests from the association management office and DOB
- Coordinating maintenance staff, as well as overseeing other contractors who work within the building
- Fixing and replacing exterior and interior lighting systems making sure lamp inventory accuracy
- Keeping mechanical equipment rooms to ensure clean and safe conditions 24/7 and all year long
- In charge of repair of boiler-related components devices through the building (valves, pumps, piping.)
Chief Engineer / Housekeeping Supervisor
KW Management Consulting- The Sands
Miami, FL
01.2020 - 12.2021
- Assigning housekeeping tasks, creating staffing schedules, and providing orientation and training to new hirings
- Managing the janitorial inventory order supplies in general, and placing orders equipment to staff as needed
- Scheduling and maintaining exterior building cleaning requirements such: (Granite, Pre-cast, and glazing systems)
- Performing preventive maintenance inspections /repairs as mandated by city agencies, and prebuilding/clients
- Keeping well functions of the fire suppression, extinguishers as well as the sprinklers and HVAC systems.
- Inspecting roofs and drains regularly to avoid unforeseen disruption of the building daily operations
- Responsible for examining the premises, equipment, and supplies for repairs or replacement if needed
Maintenance Supervisor
Castle Group- Icon South Beach
Miami Beach, FL
01.2018 - 12.2020
- Supervising 12+ maintenance workers and contractors on site making sure cleaning and operations are well kept
- Organizing and leading maintenance trainings to new employees as well as Setting shift schedules and assignments
- Developing maintenance policies and procedures along with General Manager and BOD to enhance work functionality
- Responsible for all maintenance work order requests and janitorial orders supplies, tools, and equipment as needed
- Performing maintenance work as needed per Chief Engineer, General Manager, and Board of Directors
- Working along team in multiple procedures such preventive maintenance, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing
- Inspecting sites to identify problems and necessary structural maintenance repairs in timing manner
Maintenance Technician
Maple Group Golf and Country Club
Port Charlotte, FL
01.2015 - 12.2018
- Routine inspection and testing of equipment and machinery – to ensure minimal disruption of the operations
- Performing general maintenance of the facility and grounds along with groundskeepers and landscaping team
- Helping raking bunkers, mowing greens, changing hole locations, hand watering, and blowing debris
- Fixing everything from roofs, windows, and floors to doors in different assigned areas of the Country Club
- Responsible for checking and updating property’s equipment, and general systems for any issues
Education
AA -
degree in HVAC
Skills
- Mechanical knowledge
- Leadership and team management
- Sales and account management
- Front desk operations
- Communication skills
- Windows proficiency
- Project management
- Supervisory experience
- Hospitality expertise
- Microsoft Office suite
- Organizational skills
- Hotel operations experience
- Mentoring and coaching
- HVAC systems knowledge
- Property management
- Civil 3D software proficiency
- Time management strategies
- Customer service excellence
- Production planning and analysis
- Construction management
- Budgeting and financial oversight
- Maintenance management techniques
- Plumbing expertise
Certification
- HVAC Certification
- Driver's License
- EPA Refrigeration Certification
- EPA Universal Certification
- Engineer In Training
Personal Information
Willing To Relocate: Anywhere
Timeline
Chief Engineer
FirstService Residential- Muse Condominium
09.2024 - Current
Chief Engineer / Housekeeping Supervisor
KW Management Consulting- Capo Bella Condominium
01.2023 - 08.2024
Chief Engineer
FirstService Residential
01.2021 - 12.2023
Chief Engineer / Housekeeping Supervisor
KW Management Consulting- The Sands
01.2020 - 12.2021
Maintenance Supervisor
Castle Group- Icon South Beach
01.2018 - 12.2020
Maintenance Technician
Maple Group Golf and Country Club
01.2015 - 12.2018
AA -
degree in HVAC