The Building People delivers integrated solutions that connect technology, buildings, and people to optimize real estate performance, facility operations, and workforce outcomes. With over 450 contracts delivered across 187 project locations, we manage more than 1,700 facilities and support $38.5B in federal and commercial assets. Leveraging AI-driven automation, data analytics, and platform-agnostic systems, we create high-performing, future-ready environments that reduce cost, improve efficiency, and enable mission success. Founded in 2012, we now have over 450 employees supporting 23 federal agencies—making us a trusted leader in delivering technology-infused building solutions across the public sector.
The Building People is committed to fostering a workplace where every employee can thrive. Using tools like the Predictive Index, we thoughtfully align individual strengths with team needs -ensuring the right fit, the right role, and long-term success.
Our culture is rooted in integrity, innovation, and service. Through our growing philanthropy program, we support communities by focusing on gratitude, giving back, partnerships, and mentorship.
Our Market Offerings Include:
- Real Estate & Workplace
- Facilities Management
- Facilities Operations & Maintenance
- Project Management & Engineering
- Workforce Transformation & Organizational Design
- Mission Support
- Smart Buildings & Energy Efficiency
- Technology Solutions
Join our rapidly growing team and help shape the future of real estate, facilities, and community impact.
Description/Job Summary:
The Chief Engineer is a working supervisor who leads operations, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of building systems across a multi-facility portfolio in Laredo, Texas. The Chief Engineer trains and directs journeyman and apprentice personnel, oversees the preventive maintenance program and critical equipment condition assessments, coordinates repairs with subcontractors, and ensures reliable, efficient, and safe operation of HVAC, boilers, chillers, pumps, controls, and related systems. The role conducts daily inspections of common areas and systems, addresses safety issues, and drives continuous improvement in comfort, reliability, and energy performance.
Required Experience & Skills:
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Verifiable experience operating, troubleshooting, repairing, and replacing building systems and equipment.
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Chiller repairs, including seals, refrigerant recovery and recharge, correction of operational malfunctions, and motor, control, sensor, and gauge work.
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Boiler repairs, including seals, leak repair, correction of operational deficiencies, and motor, control, sensor, and gauge work.
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Pump repairs, including leak repairs, seal changes, shaft repair or replacement, motor replacement, and alignments.
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Motor replacement and general rotating equipment work.
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BAS troubleshooting and correction of HVAC, energy, and water waste issues.
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Preventive maintenance planning and execution.
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Ability to prepare budgets, calibrate thermostats, and implement programs to improve tenant comfort and equipment reliability.
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Inspection of HVAC personnel and general maintenance workers, daily corridor and common area inspections, and issue resolution.
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Piping and tubing repairs, including replacement of expansion tanks.
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Ability to read and understand contract specifications and drawings.
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Experience training personnel and delivering continuing education to technicians.
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Proficiency with a CMMS for work orders, assets, and reporting.
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Fully conversant in English (speaking, writing, and reading).
Required Certifications:
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EPA 608 Certification.
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A/C Refrigeration Operator Certification.
One or more of the following, or equivalent experience and credentialing:
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N.A.P.E. Air Conditioning III – Operations and Management.
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Advanced Boiler Operator Certification.
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International Union of Operating Engineers stationary engineer, class 2 minimum (class 1 preferred), or equivalent.
*Salary offered will be commensurate with the candidate's experience, qualifications, and certifications.
*Our positions may require a background screening and clearance directly from the Government.
*Please note that telework arrangements are subject to change based on customer requirements.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Competitive benefits for eligible employees include:
- Medical & Rx
- Dental
- Vision
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Life Insurance/AD&D
- Long Term Disability and Short-Term Disability
- Paid Time Off
- Holiday Pay
All positions require a background check after acceptance of our offer. The selected candidate will be eligible to begin employment before the background check has been finalized. However, continued employment will be contingent upon the results of your reference/background check from The Building People, LLC. Your position may require special credentialing, clearance, and access as a condition of employment. In the event the government or client does not sponsor or approve your clearance, it may result in termination of your employment.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.
For more information, view the EEO is the Law Poster and Pay Transparency Statement.
Skills Required
- Verifiable experience operating, troubleshooting, repairing, and replacing building systems and equipment
- Experience repairing chillers, including refrigerant recovery and recharge, seals, motors, controls, sensors, and gauges
- Experience repairing boilers, including seals, leaks, motors, controls, sensors, and gauges
- Experience repairing pumps, including seals, shafts, motors, leaks, and alignments
- Experience with motor replacement and rotating equipment
- Building automation system troubleshooting and correction of HVAC, energy, and water waste issues
- Preventive maintenance planning and execution
- Ability to prepare budgets and calibrate thermostats
- Experience inspecting HVAC personnel and maintenance workers and resolving facility issues
- Experience with piping and tubing repairs, including expansion tank replacement
- Ability to read and understand contract specifications and drawings
- Experience training personnel and delivering continuing education to technicians
- Proficiency with a CMMS for work orders, assets, and reporting
- Fluency in English for speaking, writing, and reading
- EPA 608 Certification
- A/C Refrigeration Operator Certification
- N.A.P.E. Air Conditioning III - Operations and Management, Advanced Boiler Operator Certification, stationary engineer Class 2 certification, or equivalent experience and credentialing
What We Do
The Building People provides integrated real estate, facilities, and building-technology solutions for federal, commercial, and institutional organizations. Its services span smart-building and energy systems, real estate and workplace services, facilities management and maintenance, project management, and workforce transformation. By combining technology, operational expertise, and people-focused services, the company helps clients improve building performance, reduce costs, modernize infrastructure, and support their organizational missions.
