Building Engineer Jobs in Ohio
Building engineer jobs in Ohio are consistently active, with demand concentrated in commercial real estate management, healthcare facilities, and higher education campuses at levels from entry-level building technician through senior chief engineer. Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati anchor most of the hiring, where established employers such as CBRE, Jones Lang LaSalle, and the Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center maintain ongoing facility operations teams. The most in-demand specialties across the state are HVAC systems management, building automation and controls, and preventive maintenance program leadership. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Since this group operates nationally, this position will require relocation to the project site. The above-mentioned location does NOT reflect the location of the project. If you are not willing to relocate, please consider applying for a role that aligns more closely with your needs.
Summary
The Project Engineer assists Project Managers to ensure that work installed on the project meets plan and specification requirements.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Assures compliance by becoming intimately familiar with the assigned project plans and specifications. Reviews shop drawing and submittals.
- Reviews plans from the standpoint of value analysis and constructability, ensuring appropriate materials are utilized. Communicates inconsistencies to the architect.
- Recommends labor saving and other cost-saving methods, which will save Layton and/or the owner money in actual construction.
- Attends and takes notes for project team meetings, including weekly Owner/Architect meetings and subcontractor coordination meetings. Distributes meeting minutes to participants.
- Publishes weekly progress reports for assigned projects and follows up for receipt, review, and distribution of information required for project construction.
- Updates project schedules as needed.
- Assists in bidding and in developing scope of work for trade contractors.
- Works with the superintendent to prepare project schedule, including establishing dates for receiving shop drawings and milestones necessary to complete the project on time. Follows up for review and approval for shop drawings, samples, material lists, etc.
- Maintains logs, reflecting the status of shop drawings, requests for clarification, change requests, and proposal requests.
- Advises on proper procedures for concrete pours. Inspects structural reinforcing.
- Coordinates standard slump and compaction testing to verify compliance to specifications.
- Reviews field procedures and final installation of structural elements to ensure compliance of the work.
- Performs work sampling. Observes and analyzes work methods, techniques, and procedures to advise superintendent on improvement of production efficiency.
- Comply with all safety policies, practices and procedures. Report unsafe activities to supervisor and/or Safety.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in construction management or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 1+ year of experience with a commercial general contractor, or comparable internship experience, preferred.
- Good written and oral communication skills. Expresses self clearly and effectively when talking with individuals and groups. Demonstrates poise and mastery of language. Expresses ideas clearly in writing. Uses proper organization and grammar.
- Working knowledge of Word and Excel.
- Flexibility: Willing to modify plans and behavior when necessary to meet a goal.
- Cooperation: Works well with other people. Takes time to help co-workers, customers and others achieve their goals and assignments.
- The ability to read and understand blueprints.
- Learning Ability: Has the ability and desire to quickly learn new job-related information.
- The ability to understand and apply OSHA and company safety requirements.
- Has integrity: maintains normal standards of ethics, conduct, and organizational policies in job-related activities.
- Problem Solving: Solves practical problems and deals with a variety of variables in situations where only limited standardization exists; interprets a variety of complex instructions.
- Working knowledge of scheduling programs preferred.
Benefits : Layton Construction offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Health Savings Account, Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, Life & AD&D Insurance, Long-term Disability Insurance, Short-term Disability Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Home & Auto Insurance, Family Support, Pre-tax Paid Parking/Public Transportation, Paid time off: 2 Weeks for Non-Exempt and Three Weeks for Exempt, Time Away Benefits, 8 Paid Holidays, Group Legal, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Identity Theft Protection, Group Legal, Pet Insurance, Employee Assistance Program.
EEO Statement: Layton Construction is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
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What Ohio Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in building engineer jobs across Ohio.
- Active Ohio stationary engineer license or equivalent boiler operator certification recognized in Ohio
- Experience maintaining HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems in commercial or institutional buildings
- Familiarity with building automation systems and energy management control platforms
- Ability to perform preventive and corrective maintenance across mechanical and electrical equipment
- Strong record of regulatory compliance with fire, life safety, and building code requirements
- Effective communication skills for coordinating with tenants, vendors, and facilities management teams
Building Engineer Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a building engineer in Ohio?
Most Ohio employers require a high school diploma or associate degree in a technical field alongside hands-on mechanical systems experience. Ohio does not license building engineers as a single unified credential, but stationary engineers and boiler operators working in commercial facilities typically need an Ohio Department of Commerce boiler operator certificate. Candidates who hold certifications from BOMA, IFMA, or the Building Operators Certification program carry a clear advantage in the Ohio market.
Which companies hire building engineers in Ohio?
Employers hiring building engineers in Ohio right now include CBRE, Newmark, and Johnson Controls, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Ohio's large healthcare networks, university systems, and commercial property management firms are among the most consistent sources of open positions across the state.
Which Ohio cities have the most building engineer jobs?
Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati have the most building engineer openings in Ohio. Columbus drives the largest share of demand through its rapidly expanding commercial real estate sector and major institutional campuses, while Cleveland and Cincinnati generate steady openings through their dense concentrations of hospitals, corporate headquarters, and older Class A office buildings that require experienced facilities staff.
Are there remote building engineer jobs in Ohio?
Yes, but they're rare. Building engineers are primarily hands-on roles requiring a physical presence to operate and maintain mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems. About 14% of building engineer openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those positions tend to be in energy analysis, building automation programming, or facilities management oversight rather than day-to-day equipment maintenance.
How can I get hired as a building engineer in Ohio with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is starting as a building maintenance technician or facilities assistant at a large Ohio property management company or hospital system, then building toward a full building engineer role. Organizations like CBRE, Cushman and Wakefield, and major Ohio health systems such as Cleveland Clinic and OhioHealth regularly hire entry-level facilities staff. Completing the Building Operators Certification Level I program or obtaining an Ohio boiler operator certificate significantly strengthens a first-time candidate's application.
Where can I find and apply to building engineer jobs in Ohio?
You can find and apply to building engineer jobs in Ohio on Migrate Mate, which lists current Ohio openings from employers actively hiring. Search the listings, find roles that fit your experience and location, and apply directly to the ones that match.
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