The National Western Center (NWC) is a reimagined 250-acre campus in Denver, Colorado with a vision to be the global destination for food and agricultural discovery. It is the new home of the National Western Stock Show and Colorado State University’s Spur campus. But the future National Western Center isn’t just new buildings. It’s a destination unto itself. It’s a mission-oriented place that will be lively and active all year round — with new events and experiences around every corner.
The opportunity:
The Senior Facilities Engineer at the National Western Center (NWC) is responsible for the day-to-day operation, maintenance, and repair of the building systems and infrastructure within the NWC campus. This includes HVAC, plumbing, mechanical systems, and general facility maintenance. The role requires a proactive, hands-on approach to ensuring the efficient operation of the facilities while maintaining safety, cleanliness, and compliance with all regulations.
This is a multifaceted job with a broad spectrum of opportunities for professional development. You'll join a small, nimble, collaborative, creative, and entrepreneurial team as we accelerate growth of a new events hub and innovation campus in Denver, Colorado. Help us make the reimagined National Western Center campus among the most desirable event spaces in the Denver market!
What you will do:
Building Operations
- Assist with energy management efforts, including monitoring and controlling energy consumption of the HVAC and Mechanical systems to improve sustainability and reduce operational costs.
- Work with your team to ensure the operation, monitoring, maintenance, inspections, and repair of all HVAC, plumbing, mechanical systems to attain optimal functionality and energy efficiency. Regular inspections of the building and surrounding grounds to identify safety hazards, cleanliness issues, or maintenance needs. Work in accordance with State, County, or City Ordinances, Codes, or Laws.
- Complete ongoing Job Hazard Analysis, SOPs, and other documentation needed for the safety and success of the Facilities Team.
- Work is performed indoors and outdoors in various weather conditions and will require occasional after-hours work or on-call availability for emergency situations. This position will also involve lifting, climbing, and the use of ladders, lifts, or scaffolding to access equipment.
- Perform walks and inspections of building and campus assets weekly checking for faults, failures, or damage.
- Respond promptly and effectively to all building emergencies.
Campus Operations
- Work closely with the City and other campus partners to provide support on campus issues related to mechanical, HVAC, and plumbing, drainage, sewage, new construction, and other assets pertaining to the engineering department.
- Identify needed upgrades around campus that can become future CIP projects. Gather pricing and execute approved CIP projects ensuring the project is completed in a timely and cost-effective manner.
- Build and keep strong positive relationships with partners, clients, and guests around the campus.
What you will bring along:
- High School Diploma or GED required, associate degree or technical certification in Building Systems, Facilities Management, or a related field preferred.
- 3-5 years of relevant industry experience in operations and/or events.
- 5-8 years of experience in building maintenance, facility operations, or related fields.
- Stationary, Universal CFC Certification, and Refrigeration or Boiler Operator Certificate required.
- Forklift Certification and Scissor Lift Certification or willingness to acquire within the first 60 days. Licensing and registration must be kept current.
- Experience with software such as Outlook, Acrobat, Procore, and CMMS Software (manager work orders, maintenance schedules and inventory tracking)
- Knowledge of national and local building codes and safety regulations, familiarity with building systems including HVAC, plumbing, and mechanical systems. Strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to address building system issues quickly and efficiently.
- Ability to operate hand tools, power tools, and other maintenance equipment safely and effectively and be able to read and use all types of testing equipment, analog digital multi-meters, pressure, and temperature indicating and recording devices, air flow measuring devices, and leak detection devices.
- Physical ability to lift, carry, and move equipment as needed; may require working at heights and in confined spaces.
- Experience working in a large multi-building campus environment, preferably in a public or commercial setting.
- Lead a growing team of engineers focused on building maintenance, campus repairs, and event support.
- Oversee and manage project budgets, ensuring efficient allocation of resources, adherence to financial constraints, and timely delivery within cost targets.
- As a Senior Engineer, you will foster a positive and collaborative work environment by promoting open communication, supporting team development, and encouraging a culture of respect, innovation, and mutual trust.
This job may be a great fit if:
- You embrace the startup nature of the organization, and no job is below you.
- You are detail and results oriented.
- You are an entrepreneurial self-starter.
- You are a skilled problem solver who takes the initiative and can communicate clearly with internal and external stakeholders.
- You act with respect, competency, and integrity.
- You work well as part of a team.
- You excel at functioning in high pressure situations while maintaining a calm, professional manner.
- You are a collaborator by nature and seek to find ways to compromise.
- You demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- You have great time management and prioritization skills.
- You are results oriented and exercise sound judgment in your work.
- You have a track record of being dependable.
- You are excited about the opportunity to grow with the organization.
- You are all-in on the mission of the National Western Center.
What we can offer you:
Work location and hours: This position can be performed through a mix of on-site and remote work in Denver, Colorado.
Compensation range: The starting salary is $85,000 - $90,000
We offer family-friendly benefits and flexible work hours to our employees.
- Medical, dental and vision coverage
- Paid time off
- Paid parental leave
- 401k plan with a 4.00% company match
- Support for community involvement
Get to know us:
National Western Center is a reimagined 250-acre campus with new indoor and outdoor event venues, and more on the way! The brand-new Stockyards Event Center is a multipurpose space with two arenas, ample parking and views of the Rocky Mountains and the Denver skyline. An outdoor plaza connects it to 20 acres of hardscaped yards for outdoor concerts, festivals, large equipment trade shows, sporting events, drive-in movies and more. The center is just two miles from downtown Denver and adjacent to the RiNo Art District, with easy access from Denver International Airport via I-70. Home to CSU Spur and the National Western Stock Show, the National Western Center is an emerging urban hub for food and agriculture discovery.
In 2018, the campus partners created the National Western Center Authority, a nonprofit organization responsible for operating, maintaining, programming, and promoting the National Western Center. The Authority is the primary entity responsible for ensuring the National Western Center achieves its mission. It is also responsible for developing a community investment fund benefiting the residents of the Globeville, Elyria and Swansea neighborhoods in which the campus is located. The Authority’s work is well underway in preparation for buildings being completed and the larger campus opening to the public. The Authority is guided by a 13-member board of directors. The Authority is doing business as (DBA) the National Western Center.
Our mission is to convene the world at the National Western Center to lead, inspire, create, educate, and entertain in the pursuit of global food solutions. Join us!
We are dedicated to building a diverse community, one where employees feel a sense of belonging, and are valued for their contributions and the perspectives they bring. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.
