CBRE is hiring: Building Engineer - Indianapolis in Indianapolis

Join to apply for the Building Engineer - Indianapolis role at CBRE in Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America. This position is part of CBRE's Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) Local team, focusing on hard services‑led facility management solutions.

About The Role

As a CBRE Building Engineer, you will monitor, maintain and repair building system operations – plumbing, electrical, painting, roofing, heating, and cooling. You will support preventive maintenance and repairs on equipment and systems.

What You’ll Do

• Perform maintenance and repairs to mechanical, plumbing, structural, furniture, fire, life safety, and control systems, keeping facilities and building systems up to applicable standards.
• Comply with all applicable codes, regulations, governmental agency, and company directives related to building operations and work safety.
• Maintain an energy management program and ensure all systems operate efficiently.
• Assist with implementing preventive maintenance programs to keep building machinery and systems meeting or exceeding their rated life, performing emergency repairs as needed.
• Follow departmental policies for safe storage, usage, and disposal of hazardous materials, maintaining a clean and safe workplace.
• Review building systems inspections, including fire alarms, HVAC, and plumbing, ensuring equipment operates within design capabilities and meets client environmental conditions.
• Apply in‑depth knowledge of standard principles and techniques to accomplish complex assignments and provide innovative solutions.
• Coach others and share knowledge of your own discipline and other relevant disciplines.
• Lead by example and model behaviors consistent with CBRE RISE values, building consensus and encouraging agreement among teams.
• Impact a range of customer, operational, project, or service activities within your team and related teams.
• Work within broad guidelines and policies.
• Explain difficult or sensitive information clearly and professionally.

What You’ll Need

• High School Diploma, GED, or trade school diploma with 4–5 years of job‑related experience (combination of experience and education may be considered). Universal CFC certification is preferred; local or state licensing may be required. Prior shift management or supervisory experience is preferred.
• Meet physical requirements: stooping, standing, walking, climbing stairs/ladders, and lifting/carrying heavy loads of 50 lbs. or more.
• Ability to exercise judgment based on analysis of multiple sources of information.
• Willingness to adopt new perspectives on existing solutions.
• In‑depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).
• Strong organizational skills and advanced inquisitive mindset.
• Sophisticated math skills: ability to calculate mildly complex figures such as percentages, fractions, and financial‑related calculations.

Why CBRE

CBRE is the global leader in commercial real‑estate services and investment, helping businesses and people thrive. As a member of our team, you’ll join dynamic, forward‑thinking professionals who create significant impact. We value diverse perspectives and provide an inclusive environment where you can realize your potential.

Legal Notices

• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Equal Employment Opportunity

CBRE has a long‑standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Candidate Accommodations

CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company’s success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in the job application processes for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability, submit a request via email at recruitingaccommodations@cbre.com or by telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).