Chief Building Engineer, Luxury Condominium Opening

Job overview

The Chief Building Engineer, Luxury Condominium Opening role is onsite in Austin, TX, with a Monday–Friday schedule from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and availability for on-call coverage. Compensation is not specified. The role supports the opening and ongoing operation of a new luxury residential building managed by Worth Ross Management Company. The Chief Building Engineer leads building turnover, commissioning, and maintenance operations, establishing systems and practices that prepare the property for residents. The role oversees building infrastructure, vendors, and the engineering team while supporting safety, efficiency, and resident service.

What you'll do

• Lead construction turnover, commissioning, inspections, punch-list completion, and building acceptance
• review turnover documents and establish asset records
• develop preventive maintenance programs, work-order processes, procedures, and emergency protocols
• oversee daily maintenance, inspections, repairs, and equipment performance
• monitor HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire and life safety, generators, elevators, controls, water, and garage systems
• manage inspections and regulatory documentation
• oversee engineering vendors and contractors
• hire, train, schedule, coach, and manage the engineering team
• maintain safety and regulatory compliance
• assist with budgets and cost-saving recommendations
• respond to emergencies and participate in after-hours/on-call coverage
• coordinate building services and communications with resident-facing teams.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

chief building engineer

luxury condominium

austin tx

wrmc

building turnover

commissioning

preventive maintenance

hvac

building systems

vendor management

engineering team

on-call coverage

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• short- and long-term disability
• employee assistance program
• identity theft protection
• pet insurance
• retirement plan
• paid time off
• 401(k).

Why this role

The role combines technical leadership for a new building’s opening and turnover with ongoing building operations and resident service.

About the employer

WRMC, Inc. is hiring for this role. Industry: Residential Property Managers. Sector: 53.