Lead Multi-Skilled Engineer

Job Description

Lead Engineer\n\nLocation: Nottingham\n\nAbout CBRE GWS\n\n At CBRE, we are the global leader in commercial real estate services-empowering our clients with innovative, integrated solutions that optimise workplaces, enhance reliability, and drive business performance. With over 70,000 employees across 48 countries, our Global Workplace Solutions division partners with world‑leading organisations to deliver exceptional engineering and facilities management services across office, data centre, manufacturing, and specialist environments.\n \nWe are now seeking a Lead Engineer to join our team in Nottingham, supporting the safe, compliant, and efficient operation of critical environments and general building services.\n \nThe Role\n \nAs a Lead Engineer, you will take ownership of the day‑to‑day delivery of engineering services, ensuring all planned and reactive maintenance is completed to the highest standards.\n \nYou will:\n\nAllocate and oversee work for the engineering team, ensuring effective use of time and resources\nManage budgets related to maintenance activities and specialist contractors\nProtect uptime for business‑critical systems including data rooms, networks, and manufacturing assets\nLead on change control processes and support critical environment audits\nProduce technical reports and participate in emergency call-out/standby duties\nMonitor environmental conditions and utilities usage to maintain optimal building performance\nEnsure all statutory and critical maintenance tasks are completed\nMaintain accurate engineering records and documentation\nChampion H&S compliance in line with CBRE procedures, permits, and standards\nPartner with Facilities Management and EHS teams to support continuous improvement\n\nAbout You\n\n We're looking for an experienced engineer with a strong background in electrical systems and critical environments.\n \nEssential:\n\nRecognised electrical qualifications (Apprenticeship, HND, City & Guilds)\n18th Edition Electrical Wiring Regulations\nStrong supplier/contractor management skills\nExperience monitoring utilities and environmental conditions\nStrong communication skills and confidence in decision-making\nPC literate with strong MS Office capabilityDesirable:\n\nExperience working within data centres or critical environments\nKnowledge of L8 water hygiene\nBMS, HVAC, UPS or standby power exposure\nIOSH or equivalent H&S training\n\nWhy Join CBRE?\n\nGlobal career development opportunities\nIndustry‑leading training and upskilling programmes\nWork with a world‑class, supportive engineering team\nOpportunity to work in high‑performance, cutting‑edge critical environments\n\nReady to Apply?\n\n If you're a proactive Engineer looking to take the next step in your career and shape the future of critical facilities performance, we'd love to hear from you