Lead Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Akridge is a full-service commercial real estate company and a prominent investor and developer in the Washington, DC and North Carolina regions.

We invest in, develop, and manage commercial real estate, from office buildings to mixed-use space. Since our founding in 1974, Akridge has acquired, developed, or entitled over 14 million square feet of commercial real estate and land.

We believe in transforming the landscape of our nation’s capital through places that make working more productive, playing more delightful, and living in our city more harmonious.

Akridge is committed to sustainable development and operating practices, and has been recognized as an Energy Star Top Performer and Energy Star Partner of the Year.

Some of Akridge’s most notable projects include the 1 million square foot Gallery Place, the internationally recognized Homer Building, and the 3 million square foot Burnham Place air rights development project at Union Station.

Akridge is proud to invest, build, and operate properties that provide lasting value for our investors, quality work environments for our Clients, and vibrant neighborhoods for our community.

Our fully integrated platform allows us to enhance a property’s value throughout every stage of development and operations.

We acquire and develop properties that generate consistent and strong, above-market returns for our investment partners.

Our developments become destinations that attract high-quality Clients and make neighborhoods more desirable. Our comprehensive real estate knowledge and experience enables us to create smart investment strategies that respond to market opportunities.

Our operating and development expertise gives us an unparalleled ability to execute these strategies and deliver exceptional results.

Akridge invests like an operator, and operates like an investor.

Position Summary :

The Lead Engineer is responsible for maintaining the mechanical, life safety, electrical, plumbing, and hardware systems.

The Lead Engineer is also responsible for the coordination and, as appropriate, the supervision of all maintenance activities at the property.

This will include contractor work (base building and Client build-out or installation); routine cleaning and maintenance of the property including the exterior curtain wall, roof, sidewalks, curbs, gutters, windows, alley, loading areas etc.

maintenance of exterior lighting systems; and oversight of elevator and security systems. In addition, he or she is expected to monitor and, as appropriate, supervise and assist other building staff in the performance of their duties to ensure proper completion of routine and scheduled tasks at the highest level of efficiency and operation.

The Lead Engineer is to perform duties in a timely, conscientious manner and maintain good communication with the Chief Engineer, Senior Chief Engineers, Property Manager, and all building Clients.

Position Qualifications :

• High school diploma or GED
• Minimum of 3 to 5 years of hands-on experience repairing and performing preventive maintenance on equipment typically found in commercial office buildings (small compressors, plumbing, life safety systems, and electrical)
• Universal CFC certification required
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook required
• DC Stationary Steam Operators License Class Three preferred
• LEED AP or LEED Green Associate designation preferred

If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an application, please e-mail [email protected] or call (202) 624-8626.

Akridge believes that diversity and inclusivity are essential to positive long-term success and achieving our strategic business goals.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we encourage diverse and talented applicants to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.