Chief Engineer

Overview

Lead and oversee Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) operations and facilities management across a geographically distributed portfolio of 37 sites in 13 cities across India. Ensure reliable building operations, energy optimization, maintenance execution, compliance, safety, and service excellence across multiple locations.

What you'll do

• Oversee end-to-end MEP operations across all assigned sites.
• Ensure uninterrupted operation of HVAC, electrical systems, DG sets, UPS, transformers, plumbing, fire and life safety systems, and BMS.
• Drive standardization of engineering processes and operating procedures across all locations.
• Monitor technical performance metrics and ensure achievement of SLAs and KPIs.
• Develop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance programs for engineering assets.
• Ensure timely closure of PPM schedules with proper documentation and audit readiness.
• Conduct periodic technical audits and identify reliability improvement opportunities.
• Lead breakdown maintenance and ensure minimal downtime of critical assets.
• Establish escalation protocols and root cause analysis mechanisms for recurring issues.
• Monitor asset health and lifecycle management strategies.
• Drive energy conservation initiatives and sustainability programs across the portfolio.
• Monitor utility consumption trends and identify opportunities for optimization and cost savings.
• Implement energy efficiency projects related to HVAC, lighting, automation, and utilities.
• Track energy KPIs and support reporting requirements.
• Manage Annual Maintenance Contracts for engineering systems and services.
• Evaluate vendor performance and ensure compliance with contractual obligations.
• Support budgeting, cost control, and commercial evaluations related to engineering services.
• Manage minor capex and infrastructure enhancement projects across sites.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders, consultants, and vendors for project execution.
• Ensure projects are completed within scope, timelines, budget, and quality standards.
• Ensure compliance with statutory, regulatory, and safety requirements.
• Drive EHS standards and safe work practices across all sites.
• Support audits related to engineering, safety, and compliance.
• Lead regional/site engineering teams and provide technical guidance.
• Coordinate with clients, facility teams, procurement, finance, and project stakeholders.
• Build a high-performance engineering culture focused on reliability and continuous improvement.

What you'll need

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 12–18 years of experience in MEP operations and facilities management.
• Experience managing large multi-site portfolios across multiple cities.
• Strong exposure to commercial real estate, corporate facilities, industrial, or mixed-use environments.
• Proven experience in energy management, maintenance strategy, and vendor governance.
• Strong understanding of MEP systems and critical facility infrastructure.
• Knowledge of HVAC systems, electrical distribution, fire systems, BMS, and utilities management.
• Experience with CMMS systems and maintenance planning tools.
• Understanding of statutory compliance and safety regulations applicable in India.
• Budgeting, cost optimization, and project management capabilities.
• Strong leadership and decision-making skills.
• Excellent stakeholder and team management capabilities.
• Analytical and problem-solving mindset.
• Strong communication and reporting skills.
• Ability to manage operations in a fast-paced multi-location environment.

Nice to have

• Professional certifications in facilities management or energy management.

Details

• Location: On-site – Bengaluru, KA.
• Operations span 37 sites across 13 cities in India.
• Travel across assigned cities/sites within India is required.
• Scheduled weekly hours: 48.
• Reports to the Account Director.