Chief Engineer
ABM Industries
Apply to this job Laguna Hills, CA on site Until 9/14/2026 5+ years exp First posted July 16, 2026 Last posted July 16, 2026
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.
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
Compensation (from employer):
70–70 USD per-week-salary
About this role
Summary
Oversee facility operations, manage building systems, supervise staff, ensure safety and compliance
Job title
Chief Engineer
Experience level
5-7 years
Minimum experience
5+ years exp
Industry
construction
Location requirements
Laguna Hills, CA; on-site role with some remote potential
Salary
70–70 USD per-week-salary
Management role
Yes
Skills & keywords
Required skills
HVACelectricalplumbingbuilding automation systemsbudget management
Preferred skills
certificationsclient communicationenergy efficiency
Specializations
HVACelectricalplumbingbuilding automation
Locations
Structured locations inferred from the posting.
Laguna Hills, CA, USA
On-site City