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Job overview
ABM Industries is hiring a Chief Engineer. ABM Industries seeks a Facility Manager / Chief Engineer to oversee facility operations and building engineering at the TGS site in Laguna Hills, combining hands‑on technical oversight with staff leadership, vendor coordination, budget management, and client relationship responsibilities.
Key focus areas include Serve as primary client contact for all facility operations at Laguna Hills site, Develop and manage facility operating budget and capital planning, and Oversee vendor and subcontractor relationships, including bidding and quality control.
Successful candidates bring 5-7 Years Progressive Facility Management And/Or Chief Engineer Experience, Supervisory Or Team Leadership Experience, and Ability To Respond To On-Call Emergencies. Important skills include HVAC Systems, Electrical Systems, Plumbing Systems, Building Automation Systems, Client-Facing Communication, and Budget Management. Preferred (not required): Capital Planning, Vendor And Subcontractor Relationships, Quality Control, and Safety Regulations Compliance.
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Full job description
ABM Industries is seeking a Facility Manager / Chief Engineer to oversee facility operations and building engineering functions at the TGS site in Laguna Hills. This is a newly established, high-priority position supporting a new client account. The role combines hands-on technical engineering oversight with facility management responsibilities, including staff leadership, vendor coordination, budget management, and client relationship management. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical engineering background paired with facility management skills.
Pay Rate: $70.00 hourly
The pay listed is the hourly range or the hourly rate for this position. A specific offer will vary based on applicant’s
experience, skills, abilities, geographic location, and alignment with market data.
Shift: 7:00 am 4:00 PM
Location: Laguna Hills, CA
Key Responsibilities
Facility Management
- Serve as the primary point of contact for the client on all facility operations matters at the Laguna Hills site
- Develop and manage the facility operating budget, including capital planning
- Oversee vendor and subcontractor relationships, including bidding, scheduling, and quality control
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations, building codes, and environmental standards
- Manage preventive maintenance programs and building systems lifecycle planning
- Lead, train, and supervise engineering and maintenance staff
Chief Engineer / Technical Oversight
- Oversee operation, maintenance, and repair of building systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, life safety, and building automation systems
- Diagnose and resolve complex mechanical and electrical issues
- Ensure all engineering work complies with applicable codes and standards
- Manage energy efficiency initiatives and system optimization
- Respond to and manage emergency facility issues as needed
Qualifications
- Minimum 5-7 years of progressive facility management and/or chief engineer experience, ideally in commercial or corporate environments
- Strong working knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and building automation systems
- Prior supervisory or team leadership experience
- Relevant certifications preferred (e.g., Universal EPA, BOMA, CFM, CPM, or state-specific engineering licenses)
- Strong client-facing communication skills
- Budget management experience
- Ability to respond to on-call emergencies as needed
ABM Industries is seeking a Facility Manager / Chief Engineer to oversee facility operations and building engineering functions at the TGS site in Laguna Hills. This is a newly established, high-priority position supporting a new client account. The role combines hands-on technical engineering oversight with facility management responsibilities, including staff leadership, vendor coordination, budget management, and client relationship management. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical engineering background paired with facility management skills.
Pay Rate: $70.00/hour
Shift: 7:00 am 4:00 PM
Location: Laguna Hills, CA
Key Responsibilities
Facility Management
- Serve as the primary point of contact for the client on all facility operations matters at the Laguna Hills site
- Develop and manage the facility operating budget, including capital planning
- Oversee vendor and subcontractor relationships, including bidding, scheduling, and quality control
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations, building codes, and environmental standards
- Manage preventive maintenance programs and building systems lifecycle planning
- Lead, train, and supervise engineering and maintenance staff
Chief Engineer / Technical Oversight
- Oversee operation, maintenance, and repair of building systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, life safety, and building automation systems
- Diagnose and resolve complex mechanical and electrical issues
- Ensure all engineering work complies with applicable codes and standards
- Manage energy efficiency initiatives and system optimization
- Respond to and manage emergency facility issues as needed
Qualifications
- Minimum 5-7 years of progressive facility management and/or chief engineer experience, ideally in commercial or corporate environments
- Strong working knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and building automation systems
- Prior supervisory or team leadership experience
- Relevant certifications preferred (e.g., Universal EPA, BOMA, CFM, CPM, or state-specific engineering licenses)
- Strong client-facing communication skills
- Budget management experience
- Ability to respond to on-call emergencies as needed
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