Engineering Manager

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Job Description: Engineer/Building Manager

Department: Work Dynamics (WE&O)

Location: Beijing

Reports To: Hub lead

Operations & Maintenance

Manage daily operations across main buildings and multiple sites, ensuring seamless functionality of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and fire safety systems.

Oversee vendor performance for mechanical/electrical, cleaning, plants, fire safety and waste management across all locations, ensuring consistent service delivery standards.

Implement centralized preventive maintenance programs to minimize equipment downtime, optimize asset life, and ensure operational continuity across the multi-site network.

Lead space planning and office seating allocations for various business units within the portfolio to optimize real estate footprint and enhance workplace efficiency.

Financial & Vendor Management

Develop and manage the annual facility operational budget (OPEX) and capital budget (CAPEX) for main buildings and multiple sites portfolio, ensuring accurate forecasting and cost control.

Negotiate and consolidate service contracts with local vendors to leverage economies of scale, ensuring cost-efficiency and high-quality service across all nodes.

Audit utility consumption across all sites and implement targeted energy-saving initiatives to meet corporate sustainability goals and reduce carbon footprint.

EHS & Compliance (Environment, Health, and Safety)

Ensure strict compliance with local municipal regulations, national fire codes, and building safety laws for all managed properties.

Lead emergency response planning and coordination across the portfolio, conducting regular fire drills and support safety training for local staff at each site.

Maintain high indoor air quality (IAQ) standards and enforce rigorous office hygiene protocols to ensure a safe and healthy working environment.

Team Leadership & Stakeholder Management

Supervise and mentor a distributed local facilities team and on-site vendor staff across multiple locations, fostering a culture of excellence and accountability.

Act as the primary liaison with building landlords, local government bureaus, and property management companies for all managed sites, managing relationships and regulatory requirements.

Collaborate with Local IT and bank operation teams to support employee events, office upgrades, and seamless workplace experiences across the network.

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, Facilities Management, Property Management, or a related technical field is a must.

10+ years of experience in corporate facilities management, with proven experience managing multi-site portfolios or large-scale operations.

Proven track record in managing complex engineering systems and coordinating office fit-out projects or large-scale office relocations.

Skills & Knowledge

Bilingual fluency in written and spoken Mandarin Chinese and English is highly preferred.

Deep understanding of local building codes, national fire safety regulations, and green building standards (e.g., LEED or WELL).

Strong proficiency in using CAFM (Computer-Aided Facility Management) software and MS Office for data analysis and reporting.

Competencies

Excellent negotiation and vendor management skills, with the ability to manage multiple suppliers simultaneously.

Strong problem-solving ability under pressure, particularly when handling facility emergencies across multiple locations.

Customer-centric mindset to deliver a high-quality, consistent workplace experience for employees across all sites.

Location:

On-site –Beijing, CHN

If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements. We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

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