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This job is brought to you by Jobs/Redefined, the UK's leading over-50s age inclusive jobs board.Take the next step in your career now, scroll down to read the full role description and make your application.Director of EngineeringJob ID112151Posted23-May-2023Service lineGWS SegmentRole typeFull-timeAreas of InterestBuilding Management, Engineering/Maintenance, Facilities ManagementLocation(s)London - England - United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern IrelandCBRE Global Workplace Solutions is a leading global provider of integrated facilities and corporate real estate management. We are recruiting a Director of Engineering to join the team located in London.The successful candidate will be responsible for the mobilization and management of a brand new, 1,000,000 sq ft flagship building for one of our key technology clients. They will provide senior technical and operational leadership to their team, including: the development and implementation of policies and procedures; managing the performance of all FM staff and systems related to the site and taking the opportunities of a technology enabled building to achieve outstanding quality, efficiency, and sector innovation.Role Summary:Hire and lead a team of technical staff to deliver maintenance and technical services for a high-profile mixed-use buildingDesign and execute a capital asset maintenance and replacement strategy for all building systems including life safety, mechanical, electrical and plumbing assets.Deliver specified service levels within budget, to an excellent level of quality, and in the agreed timeframe.Ensure technical excellence in the delivery of maintenance services, including development of staff and suppliersProvide recommendations for tactical and strategic planningLead the procurement of detailed engineering and maintenance service contractsResponsible for new business development, including identification of opportunities, client solicitation, proposal development and presentationAnticipate and respond to client's needsSupervise the planning, budgeting and control of operating and capital expendituresOversee and approve the calculation of all special billingsSupervise the preparation of annual budgets, forecast, management plans, monthly performance reports, and variance reportsEnsure the delivery of accurate, timely and complete reports and perform regular inspections of propertyDevelop Standard Operating Procedures, Emergency Preparedness Documents and Disaster Recovery PlansMobilise FM systems such as safe systems of work, permit systems and computerised maintenance management systemsManage warranties schedulesOversee the fit out of technical spacesOversee the commissioning and witnessing activities on site to mitigate missed opportunitiesEstablish requirements for the FM team such as tools, PPE and uniformsRecommend and direct alterations, maintenance and reconditioning of assets as necessaryOther duties as assignedExperience Required:Bachelor's degree (BEng/BS preferred) from four-year college or university in a numerate subjectMultiple years of related experience leading technical and operational teams for flagship buildingsIntermediate skills with Google Workspace and Microsoft Office ApplicationsAbility to comprehend, analyze and interpret complex business documentsAbility to write reports, manuals, speeches and articles with accuracy and confidenceAbility to make effective and persuasive presentations on complex topics to employees, clients, top management and/or public groupsAbility to motivate and negotiate effectively with key employees, top management and client groups to take desired actionWorking knowledge of management accounting concepts and the ability to manage a P&L accountAbility to solve multi-faceted problems and develop a variety of well-reasoned options in complex situationsExcellent analytical and quantitative skillsDraw upon the analysis of others and makes recommendations that have a direct impact on the companyExcellent working knowledge and understanding of architectural, electrical and mechanical systemsExperience working with smart buildingsGood understanding of leases, contracts and related documentsMaster's degree (MEng/MS) desirableProfessional designation such as CPM, RPA, CCIM or similar desirableProfessional Engineer (PE) license, Chartered Engineer (CEng) status or similar preferred#J-18808-Ljbffr