Chief Central Plant Engineer

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Headquartered in Chicago, IL, GGP is a leading retail real estate company with a portfolio of 95+ high-performing retail assets, encompassing over 95 million square feet of space across the United States. As an owner-operator, we’re committed to creating vibrant destinations that bring people and brands together. With a team of 1,200+ employees and a legacy of leadership in retail real estate, we’re shaping the future of the industry by delivering exceptional value to our partners and the communities we serve

If you’re ready to be a part of our team, we encourage you to apply.

Job Description

The Chief Central Plant Engineer coordinates and interacts with outside vendors to assure the Central Plant is operating as designed and that the maintenance contract terms and conditions are met.  This individual assists and supports the Operations Manager with the maintenance of the shopping center HVAC by (i) ensuring that all mechanical, electrical, plumbing, sprinkler and fire alarm equipment are properly maintained to achieve high-quality performance and economical, safe operation, (ii), assisting in the daily routine operations of the building, grounds and equipment and direct supervision of the Engineering staff, (iii) possibly assisting with budget preparation for operating costs, as well as coordinating construction scope of work for landlord/tenant build-outs, and (iv) possibly supervising staff of engineers and/or outside contractor work.

• Establish and maintain an effective program for maintaining the central plant and related equipment
• Establish and implement preventative maintenance programs
• Assist the Operations Manager in addressing any center/building and equipment problems as needed
• Evaluate all major systems to ensure continuous maximum efficiency
• Assist in establishing emergency procedures for fire, threats, power failure
• Maintain and check operating logs daily for all equipment and systems
• Coordinate with National Operations and assure there is a preventative plan in place which may include filter changes, unit lubrication, belt tension checks and replacement for all mall HVAC units affected (may include tenant units where applicable)
• May assign and supervise duties performed by maintenance and engineer personnel; interact and supervise service vendors to assure contract terms are met
• Review outside contractor specifications, procedures, products, materials, workmanship; review monthly billings
• Establish and maintain an effective program for compliance with applicable Life Safety codes
• Periodically inspect all public areas tenant spaces and windows, conduct building tours
• Coordinate with Management special projects as assigned, such as budgeted major expense and capital items and unplanned emergency projects
• Coordinate construction scope of work for landlord/tenant build-outs; review tenant plans for compliance with building criteria
• Maintain a daily log of operations and maintenance and report all equipment malfunctions to Management
• Inspect and evaluates physical plant and cleanliness of center; maintain a safe working environment
• Assist the Operations Manager and The General Manager determine the need for (and budgeting of) replacement equipment; work with National Operations to coordinate the purchase and installation of new equipment, in accordance with company bidding policy
• Develop and maintain an inventory of belts, filters, fluids and other necessities
• Supervise the maintenance of mechanical/HVAC equipment; Coordinate and supervise the replacement of equipment when needed
• Monitor systems operations to ensure that services provided to tenants comply with the terms specified by the Subscriber Service Agreements (SSAs)
• Communicate with tenants and management as required or directed; Address tenant complaints and/or suggestions as applicable in a courteous manner
• Have a working knowledge of the Energy Management computer System (EMS) and Pneumatic temperature controls
• Maintain chemical treatment of heating and cooling water
• Perform/oversee troubleshooting and repair of air handling and rooftop units, exhaust fans and various space heaters as may be needed
• Push and/or pull heavy loads on a pallet jack
• Perform general maintenance and repairs, as assigned throughout common areas
• Effectively cooperate with co-workers, contractors and contracted services
• Use a computer for: EMS monitoring and scheduling, CMMS scheduling and tracking of maintenance activities, email communication, Outlook calendar, internet search and purchasing and various company systems e.g. training, timekeeping, purchasing card transaction approval, etc.
• Install, troubleshoot, repair and maintain various building systems
• Operate hi-lifts, trash compactors, freight lift and trucks
• Assist with maintaining inventory records
• Must be available for evening and weekend emergency repairs; on-call emergency response as needed or shift work as assigned
• Other duties as assigned, which may include (but are not limited to) misc. plumbing, HVAC, minor Electrical repairs, misc. minor repairs or cleaning as may be needed

Qualifications           

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Minimum of 7 years of HVAC and facilities maintenance repair and management or related experience
• Knowledge and proper use of general shop tools and power equipment associated with HVAC maintenance
• Maintenance/HVAC license through City or State government
• 2-year graduate of a Technical School or Certificate
• Valid Driver's License, if applicable
• 5 years of supervisory experience with strong leadership skills and ability to delegate
• Computer proficiency in EMS, CMMS, email and internet search
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
• Communication skills
• The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to do the following:
• The employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear.  
• The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms.  
• The employee is frequently required to climb stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.  
• The employee may frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.  
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.  
• The noise level in this work environment is usually moderate.  
• The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, high precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, toxic chemicals, and outside weather conditions.

Benefit Information

• Competitive compensation
• Medical, Dental and Vision beginning day 1
• 401(k) Company matching
• 401(k) Vests on Day 1
• Career development programs
• Charitable donation matching
• Generous paid time off (i.e., vacation, personal holidays, paid sick time)
• Paid Volunteer Hours
• Paid Parental Leave
• Family planning assistance including IVF, surrogacy, and adoption options
• Wellness and mental health resources
• Pet insurance offering
• Childcare Assistance
• Commuter benefits
• A culture on our values of Act with Integrity, Build Mutual Trust, Take Initiative and Win Together.

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