Chief Building Engineer/ HVAC Manager
William Hart
CBRE
Stanley,VA
Work Preference
Work Type
Full Time
Location Preference
On-SiteRemoteHybrid
Location:
Stanley, VA, USStanley, VA
Open to relocation:
No
Minimum Desired Compensation
$50/hr
Important To Me
Work-life balanceCompany CultureHealthcare benefitsFlexible work hoursPaid time offWork from home optionStock Options / Equity / Profit Sharing
4
Certifications
29
Years of experience
Chief Building Engineer managing maintenance operations, contractor coordination, budgeting, and cost savings by performing work in-house for a large commercial facility. Leads a team of 6 to 12 employees, strengthens safety compliance, and schedules 25-30 maintenance, repair, and installation tasks per week to keep repairs, installations, and preventative maintenance on schedule. Improves building performance through data-driven maintenance planning, equipment life extension, and energy-saving upgrades.
Work History
Chief Building Engineer
6 Years 9 Months- Lead a team of engineers, including 6-13 employees, to complete maintenance work on time and improve efficiency.
- Coordinate external contractors and manage cost controls to integrate services smoothly across facility operations.
- Oversee budgeting and resource allocation for facility operations while maintaining quality and safety standards.
- Develop preventive maintenance programs and data-driven schedules based on historical trends and performance metrics.
- Mentor junior engineers to strengthen technical skills and support continuous learning across the department.
- Conduct thorough building inspections, address hazards promptly, and monitor compliance with OSHA and environmental requirements.
- Evaluate emerging technology solutions, reduce energy consumption, and support facility upgrades with sustainable practices.
Lead HVAC Tech
2 Years 5 Months- Resolved 30-50 HVAC service calls per week by diagnosing faults and restoring system performance quickly.
- Troubleshot complex HVAC problems, identified root causes, and implemented effective repairs across multiple system types.
- Performed preventive maintenance on HVAC equipment to extend service life and reduce avoidable breakdowns.
- Repaired and replaced motors, bearings, and belts to keep heating and cooling systems operating reliably.
- Conducted thorough equipment inspections and maintenance to improve system efficiency and catch issues early.
- Coordinated service work using strategic maintenance scheduling, work order management, contractor coordination, and safety compliance.
Lead HVAC Tech
3 Years 6 Months- Responded to 10-15 emergency breakdowns monthly, restoring heating and cooling systems with minimal disruption.
- Handled 10-30 service calls per week, balancing scheduled visits, overtime, holidays, and weekend coverage.
- Diagnosed major heating and air-conditioning failures using troubleshooting, blueprints, wiring diagrams, piping schemes, and engineering specifications.
- Built repeat business through clear client communication and practical recommendations for energy-efficient system upgrades.
- Maintained safe work practices by following industry standards, OSHA compliance knowledge, and safety compliance on every job.
- Customized ductwork layouts to improve airflow distribution while supporting efficient operation across client spaces.
- Applied strategic maintenance scheduling and contractor coordination to manage preventive maintenance, repairs, and field work efficiently.
HVAC Technician
7 Years 7 Months- Document 20-40 service tasks per week with accurate time and material records for clean service reporting.
- Inspect 7-10 HVAC systems per shift to verify refrigeration performance, safety devices, and control functionality.
- Maintain detailed time and material records for each job, supporting accurate service reports and accountability.
- Contribute in team meetings to review project progress, discuss obstacles, and align on practical next steps.
- Support strategic maintenance scheduling and preventive maintenance planning to keep HVAC systems operating reliably.
HVAC Technician
9 Years 1 Month- Completed 20-30 work orders weekly by verifying repairs with customers and documenting on-site discrepancies.
- Diagnosed and repaired complex HVAC faults across residential and commercial systems using technical tools, soldering, and blueprint review.
- Installed and adjusted ventilation components, thermostats, humidistats, timers, discharge valves, air ducts, dampers, and stokers.
- Maintained detailed work records covering time, materials, and faults while traveling to scheduled and emergency job sites.
- Mentored junior technicians and led training sessions on troubleshooting, repair best practices, and new HVAC technologies.
- Inspected refrigeration systems, safety devices, and controls while following safety standards throughout installation and maintenance work.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Strategic maintenance scheduling
Contractor coordination
Work order management
Budgeting & resource allocation
Team supervision
HVAC expertise
Safety compliance
OSHA compliance knowledge
Compliance with environmental regulations
Preventive maintenance planning
Building automation systems
Certification
EPA Refrigeration universal card.
Interests
Have been involved in youth sports for over 15 years. I have been on the Page Youth Football League Board and have coached.
Timeline
Chief Building Engineer
CBRE
01.2020 - CurrentRead More
Lead HVAC Tech
Breeden Heating And Air
08.2017 - 01.2020Read More
Lead HVAC Tech
J. Rex Burners Plumbing and Heating
02.2014 - 08.2017Read More
HVAC Technician
Breeden Heating and Air
07.2006 - 02.2014Read More
HVAC Technician
ARS
05.1997 - 06.2006Read More
Page County High School
High School Diploma
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