Join the Camelot Crew!

Are you an experienced Building Engineer who enjoys leading by example, solving complex facility challenges, and keeping critical building systems running at peak performance?

Camelot Services is seeking an experienced Lead Building Engineer to oversee facility operations, preventive maintenance programs, and the performance of critical building systems at a premier commercial property in Alexandria, VA. This hands-on leadership role requires expertise in HVAC, Building Automation Systems (BAS), Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS), chillers, boilers, electrical systems, facilities management, preventive maintenance, OSHA compliance, and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures while supporting a team of maintenance professionals and delivering exceptional service to our client.

If you're a strong technical leader who enjoys mentoring others, troubleshooting complex systems, and maintaining high-performance facilities, we'd love to meet you.

What You'll Be Doing

As the Lead Building Engineer, you'll oversee the daily maintenance operations of the facility while ensuring all preventive maintenance, repairs, inspections, and system monitoring activities are completed safely, efficiently, and professionally.

You'll serve as the technical leader on-site, helping troubleshoot complex issues, coordinating maintenance priorities, supporting technicians, and ensuring the building operates reliably for our client and occupants.

Your Day Could Include:

• Leading and supporting building engineers and maintenance technicians
• Prioritizing daily maintenance activities, service requests, and optimizing preventive maintenance program
• Monitoring and maintaining HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and life safety systems
• Troubleshooting complex building system issues and implementing corrective actions
• Conducting routine inspections of equipment, mechanical rooms, and facility infrastructure
• Monitoring Building Automation Systems (BAS), energy management systems, and facility controls
• Performing operational assessments of chillers, boilers, pumps, motors, cooling towers, and other critical equipment
• Maintaining operating logs, inspections, maintenance records, and compliance documentation
• Administering and optimizing preventive maintenance programs through CMMS platforms
• Performing preventive maintenance on critical building equipment and systems
• Supporting equipment installations, repairs, upgrades, and capital improvement projects
• Coordinating and overseeing third-party vendors and contractors
• Managing inventory and spare parts for facility equipment
• Ensuring all work is completed according to safety procedures, company standards, and client expectations
• Communicating effectively with clients, tenants, contractors, and internal teams
• Training, mentoring, and evaluating maintenance personnel to ensure quality workmanship and continuous development
• Supporting occupant satisfaction by providing timely updates on maintenance requests and work orders

What We're Looking For

We're looking for a dependable leader who combines strong technical expertise with excellent communication and team leadership skills.

You'll Be A Great Fit If You:

• Have 10+ years of commercial building maintenance, facilities management, or facility engineering experience
• Have experience leading maintenance teams
• Possess strong working knowledge of:
• • Commercial HVAC systems
  • Building Automation Systems (BAS)
  • Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)
  • Chillers and cooling towers
  • Boilers and hot water systems
  • Electrical distribution systems
  • Plumbing systems
  • Mechanical equipment and controls
  • Life safety systems
• Can troubleshoot complex building system issues independently
• Have experience administering preventive maintenance programs and work order systems
• Have strong knowledge of OSHA regulations, LOTO procedures, and workplace safety practices
• Are comfortable maintaining detailed maintenance records, operating logs, inspections, and compliance documentation
• Have a strong customer service orientation and communication skills
• Are proficient with Microsoft Office and facility management software

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• At least 2 years of applicable trade school or college and related certificate/degree preferred
• Must be 18 years