UG2
Chief Engineer - Life Science
Join to apply for the
Chief Engineer – Life Science
role at
UG2 .
The Chief Engineer is responsible for ensuring the highest level of professionalism, meeting client needs, and achieving the goal of 100% uptime throughout the engineering team. The role requires operational management and effective daily leadership of the engineering team to safely, efficiently, and cost‑effectively operate machinery and systems. The Chief Engineer will implement and manage a reliability‑based maintenance function, protect and improve the value of client assets, and ensure building engineering systems perform their intended functions. The Chief Engineer also executes equipment inspection and monitoring programs, defines and implements maintenance best practices to improve overall mechanical equipment uptime, and continuously evaluates and enhances maintenance, operations, and reliability methods for maximum value and performance.
Additional Perks
Team snacks
Tools
Client‑funded discretionary bonus
Free parking
Job Responsibilities
Monitors operation and maintains refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, ventilation, and hot water equipment; pumps, valves, piping, and filters; and other mechanical and electrical equipment. Reviews logs as necessary to ensure proper operation and reports any problems or malfunctions as needed. Performs preventive tasks and oversees maintenance and preventive maintenance (P.M.) of HVAC systems, determining repair or P.M. frequency.
Ensures availability of adequate inventory of tools and supplies. Prepares purchase orders, develops sources for stock materials, and performs periodic inventory checks.
Oversees activities of contractors within the building, ensuring compliance with safety and operational standards.
Identifies and remediates safety hazards in the building, implementing a safety training program.
Ensures compliance with all regulatory laws and guidelines related to building infrastructure operation and alerts management to discrepancies.
Maintains infrastructure and compliance documentation, including up‑to‑date building drawings, single‑lines, and other regulatory documentation.
Supervises and manages building engineers and maintenance staff, including hiring, training, and development.
Implements a well‑understood Facility Work Flow (FWF) among building staff, engineers, tenants, and contractors.
Develops QA/QC processes and facilitates MEP and infrastructure assessments.
Emphasizes preventive over corrective maintenance and supports staff schedule changes.
Assists with design standards and provides operational support.
Provides training and support to expand staff capabilities, demonstrating proper tool use, basic maintenance, safety, and troubleshooting procedures.
Stays abreast of changes in safety and code through seminars and education.
Inputs information into client work order tracking systems, initiates work orders for unscheduled jobs, develops materials lists, and provides technical support for projects.
Responds to emergencies, troubleshoots repairs, and conducts general housekeeping in mechanical/electrical rooms.
Completes work in accordance with company Standard Operating Procedures and Work Instructions.
Key Interactions
Engage with leaders and stakeholders.
Engage with employees at all organizational levels.
Engage with customers and clients.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional education.
One-year college or technical school certificate, or five to seven years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Technical degree in HVAC or five or more years of related experience.
Active Refrigeration Technician license highly preferred.
Universal CFC (Certified Facility Contractor) preferred.
Working Conditions
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, climb ladders, work in tight spaces, and perform related physical labor.
Moderate to loud noise level.
Potential exposure to moving mechanical parts, electrical shock, wet or humid conditions, high or precarious places, and outdoor weather.
Reasonable accommodations available for disabilities.
Availability to respond to after‑hours emergencies as needed.
About UG2 Founded in 2012, UG2 is a privately held company headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts. We set the standard in facility services through relentless innovation and excellence. Our culture emphasizes continuous improvement, client‑centric service, and teamwork, driving our mission and growth.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Chief Engineer – Life Science
role at
UG2 .
The Chief Engineer is responsible for ensuring the highest level of professionalism, meeting client needs, and achieving the goal of 100% uptime throughout the engineering team. The role requires operational management and effective daily leadership of the engineering team to safely, efficiently, and cost‑effectively operate machinery and systems. The Chief Engineer will implement and manage a reliability‑based maintenance function, protect and improve the value of client assets, and ensure building engineering systems perform their intended functions. The Chief Engineer also executes equipment inspection and monitoring programs, defines and implements maintenance best practices to improve overall mechanical equipment uptime, and continuously evaluates and enhances maintenance, operations, and reliability methods for maximum value and performance.
Additional Perks
Team snacks
Tools
Client‑funded discretionary bonus
Free parking
Job Responsibilities
Monitors operation and maintains refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, ventilation, and hot water equipment; pumps, valves, piping, and filters; and other mechanical and electrical equipment. Reviews logs as necessary to ensure proper operation and reports any problems or malfunctions as needed. Performs preventive tasks and oversees maintenance and preventive maintenance (P.M.) of HVAC systems, determining repair or P.M. frequency.
Ensures availability of adequate inventory of tools and supplies. Prepares purchase orders, develops sources for stock materials, and performs periodic inventory checks.
Oversees activities of contractors within the building, ensuring compliance with safety and operational standards.
Identifies and remediates safety hazards in the building, implementing a safety training program.
Ensures compliance with all regulatory laws and guidelines related to building infrastructure operation and alerts management to discrepancies.
Maintains infrastructure and compliance documentation, including up‑to‑date building drawings, single‑lines, and other regulatory documentation.
Supervises and manages building engineers and maintenance staff, including hiring, training, and development.
Implements a well‑understood Facility Work Flow (FWF) among building staff, engineers, tenants, and contractors.
Develops QA/QC processes and facilitates MEP and infrastructure assessments.
Emphasizes preventive over corrective maintenance and supports staff schedule changes.
Assists with design standards and provides operational support.
Provides training and support to expand staff capabilities, demonstrating proper tool use, basic maintenance, safety, and troubleshooting procedures.
Stays abreast of changes in safety and code through seminars and education.
Inputs information into client work order tracking systems, initiates work orders for unscheduled jobs, develops materials lists, and provides technical support for projects.
Responds to emergencies, troubleshoots repairs, and conducts general housekeeping in mechanical/electrical rooms.
Completes work in accordance with company Standard Operating Procedures and Work Instructions.
Key Interactions
Engage with leaders and stakeholders.
Engage with employees at all organizational levels.
Engage with customers and clients.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional education.
One-year college or technical school certificate, or five to seven years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Technical degree in HVAC or five or more years of related experience.
Active Refrigeration Technician license highly preferred.
Universal CFC (Certified Facility Contractor) preferred.
Working Conditions
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, climb ladders, work in tight spaces, and perform related physical labor.
Moderate to loud noise level.
Potential exposure to moving mechanical parts, electrical shock, wet or humid conditions, high or precarious places, and outdoor weather.
Reasonable accommodations available for disabilities.
Availability to respond to after‑hours emergencies as needed.
About UG2 Founded in 2012, UG2 is a privately held company headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts. We set the standard in facility services through relentless innovation and excellence. Our culture emphasizes continuous improvement, client‑centric service, and teamwork, driving our mission and growth.
#J-18808-Ljbffr