Chief Building Engineer

Provides technical leadership for the operation and maintenance of building and facility systems at Prestonwood Baptist Church (“PBC”) and its entities.

Responsibilities:

• Provide technical leadership for central plant reliability, optimization, troubleshooting, and asset stewardship
• Manage chillers, boilers, cooling towers, heat exchangers, and water treatment systems
• Monitor equipment performance, troubleshoot failures, and implement improvements
• Conduct inspections and maintain records of mechanical rooms, equipment, and building systems
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, technical drawings, and engineering reports
• Manage preventive and predictive maintenance programs
• Assist with lifecycle planning, equipment replacement, retrofits, and modernization projects
• Manage Building Automation Systems (BAS) and energy management platforms
• Identify opportunities to improve energy efficiency to reduce operating costs
• Monitor utility consumption and meter readings
• Oversee water treatment programs for cooling towers and closed-loop systems
• Maintain required permits, inspections, and regulatory documentation and ensure compliance with applicable safety, environmental, and operational standards
• Assist in developing and managing the engineering operating budget and capital projects
• Manage contractors, vendors, consultants, and specialty trades, including review of proposals, service agreements, repair recommendations, and project scopes
• Administer building system contracts and monitor vendor performance
• Identify process deficiencies and implement operational improvements
• Lead and develop mechanical staff by assigning work, establishing priorities, and setting goals
• Ensure projects are completed on time and within budget
• Lead training for HVAC equipment, controls, and building systems
• Provide immediate response and operational leadership during outages, severe weather, emergencies, and equipment failures
• Conduct emergency preparedness and response drills
• Collaborate with PBC and Prestonwood Christian Academy leadership to meet facility and operational needs
• Other duties as assigned