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Lead Engineer
CBRE Local UKFarringdon, Central London🇬🇧United KingdomPosted 25 May 2026
Why This Role Stands Out
This hybrid Lead Engineer role at CBRE offers a fantastic opportunity to drive innovation in critical environments and contribute to a globally recognized leader in real estate services. You'll thrive here if you're a proactive, results-oriented engineer eager to develop your leadership skills, manage complex projects, and ensure operational excellence within a supportive team.
Quick Overview
Work Type
Hybrid
Schedule
Full Time
Level
Mid Senior
Job Description
Job Title: Lead Engineer - Join Our Winning Team at CBRE!
Company Overview: CBRE is the world's leading real estate services firm, dedicated to meeting the commercial real estate needs of our clients globally. With over 70,000 employees operating in 48 countries, we are committed to transforming the workplace into a competitive advantage for our clients. Our Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) division is pioneering innovations in workplace strategies, offering a comprehensive range of services to corporate occupiers across various sectors, including office, retail, manufacturing, and data centres.
Position Summary: Are you a skilled engineer with a passion for excellence in facility management? CBRE is seeking a Lead Engineer to join our dynamic team in London. In this pivotal role, you will leverage your expertise to ensure the optimal performance and maintenance of critical environments within commercial and retail settings.
Key Responsibilities: * Effectively manage your time and delegate tasks to team members to enhance operational efficiency. * Control costs related to maintenance activities, ensuring alignment with budgetary guidelines. * Ensure all client services, including computer rooms and data networks, meet or exceed required service level agreements (SLAs). * Maintain and update plans for critical environments to ensure operational integrity. * Implement change control processes for business-critical areas. * Generate technical management reports as needed. * Provide emergency response standby/call-out support as required. * Oversee utilities management and environmentally sustainable practices. * Assist in technical audits related to critical environments. * Drive cost-effective procurement of engineering maintenance services. * Maintain accurate and retrievable engineering maintenance documentation. * Collaborate with the Facilities Management Team to address changes in critical environment requirements. * Plan and report on Statutory Compliance Maintenance and Testing. * Ensure all Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) activities are executed on schedule. * Regularly monitor and analyze environmental conditions, including the performance of critical equipment. * Work closely with the CBRE EHS specialist to ensure compliance with audit requirements. * Uphold CBRE Health & Safety procedures during maintenance activities, utilizing the permit to work system as necessary. * Escalate urgent issues to the Technical Services Manager promptly.
Qualifications: * Recognized qualifications as an electrician (apprenticeship, HND, C&G). * Essential: 17th Edition Electrical Wiring Regulations certification. * Previous experience in managing data centres or critical environments is desirable. * Familiarity with emergency response protocols and utilities monitoring. * Excellent communication and facilitation skills across all levels. * Self-motivated, resourceful, and proactive in problem-solving. * Confident decision-maker with the ability to think critically. * Desirable: Understanding of water hygiene (L8) and experience with BMS Controls/HVAC. * Operational experience with UPS, Standby Power, and Critical Environment Cooling systems.
Why CBRE? At CBRE, we invest in our employees' growth and well-being, offering competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional development. Join a diverse and inclusive team that values innovation and collaboration.
Ready to Elevate Your Career? If you are ready to make an impact and drive success in a leading global organization, apply now to become our next Lead Engineer
Company Overview: CBRE is the world's leading real estate services firm, dedicated to meeting the commercial real estate needs of our clients globally. With over 70,000 employees operating in 48 countries, we are committed to transforming the workplace into a competitive advantage for our clients. Our Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) division is pioneering innovations in workplace strategies, offering a comprehensive range of services to corporate occupiers across various sectors, including office, retail, manufacturing, and data centres.
Position Summary: Are you a skilled engineer with a passion for excellence in facility management? CBRE is seeking a Lead Engineer to join our dynamic team in London. In this pivotal role, you will leverage your expertise to ensure the optimal performance and maintenance of critical environments within commercial and retail settings.
Key Responsibilities: * Effectively manage your time and delegate tasks to team members to enhance operational efficiency. * Control costs related to maintenance activities, ensuring alignment with budgetary guidelines. * Ensure all client services, including computer rooms and data networks, meet or exceed required service level agreements (SLAs). * Maintain and update plans for critical environments to ensure operational integrity. * Implement change control processes for business-critical areas. * Generate technical management reports as needed. * Provide emergency response standby/call-out support as required. * Oversee utilities management and environmentally sustainable practices. * Assist in technical audits related to critical environments. * Drive cost-effective procurement of engineering maintenance services. * Maintain accurate and retrievable engineering maintenance documentation. * Collaborate with the Facilities Management Team to address changes in critical environment requirements. * Plan and report on Statutory Compliance Maintenance and Testing. * Ensure all Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) activities are executed on schedule. * Regularly monitor and analyze environmental conditions, including the performance of critical equipment. * Work closely with the CBRE EHS specialist to ensure compliance with audit requirements. * Uphold CBRE Health & Safety procedures during maintenance activities, utilizing the permit to work system as necessary. * Escalate urgent issues to the Technical Services Manager promptly.
Qualifications: * Recognized qualifications as an electrician (apprenticeship, HND, C&G). * Essential: 17th Edition Electrical Wiring Regulations certification. * Previous experience in managing data centres or critical environments is desirable. * Familiarity with emergency response protocols and utilities monitoring. * Excellent communication and facilitation skills across all levels. * Self-motivated, resourceful, and proactive in problem-solving. * Confident decision-maker with the ability to think critically. * Desirable: Understanding of water hygiene (L8) and experience with BMS Controls/HVAC. * Operational experience with UPS, Standby Power, and Critical Environment Cooling systems.
Why CBRE? At CBRE, we invest in our employees' growth and well-being, offering competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional development. Join a diverse and inclusive team that values innovation and collaboration.
Ready to Elevate Your Career? If you are ready to make an impact and drive success in a leading global organization, apply now to become our next Lead Engineer
Skills
HVAC
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