Chief Engineer

Overview

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way. Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. Whether you ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward.

Chief Engineer

What this job involves -

Responsible for the operational management and effective daily leadership and administration of the engineering team with the objectives of safely, efficiently, and effectively operating machinery and systems in a cost-effective manner. The Chief Engineer must ensure the highest level of professionalism, while meeting the clients  needs, and a commitment to achieving the goal of 100% uptime throughout the engineering team.

• Monitors operation and maintains refrigeration, water cooling and air conditioning equipment; boilers, heating, ventilating and hot water equipment; pumps, valves, piping and filters; other mechanical and electrical equipment; reviewing logs as necessary to assure proper operation of equipment; responsible for reporting any problems/malfunctions on an as need basis.
• Performs preventive tasks when required. Oversees repair and P.M. of HVAC systems; determines frequency of repair and/or P.M. for HVAC systems
• Ensures the availability of an adequate inventory of tools and other supplies to operate the building. Specific duties include but are not limited to preparing and submitting purchase orders requests, developing sources for stock materials and performing periodic checks of inventory levels and equipment conditions.
• Responsible for overseeing the activities of contractors working within the building either as representatives of the building itself or tenants operating within the building
• Identify safety hazards within the building and incorporate the remediation of such hazards to ensure that the building s staff and occupants work in a safe environment. Implement, administer, and manage safety training program.
• Ensure that compliance of all regulatory laws and guidelines are met as they relate to the operation of the building s infrastructure. Responsible for alerting management of building discrepancies.
• Maintain all infrastructure and compliance documentation for the building including up-to-date building drawings and single-lines as well as documentation mandated for the purpose of maintaining regulatory compliance with Federal, State or Local law.
• Supervise and manage engineers and maintenance staff including hiring, training and personal development
• Ensure that the CFWA (Critical Facility Work Authorization) is a well-understood process among the building staff, engineers, tenants and contractors who perform work on the building s critical infrastructure.
• Provides training and support aimed at expanding the capabilities of the operations staff.
• Responsible for protecting and improving the value of the client s assets and ensuring that building engineering systems continue to perform their intended function

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand, sit, and walk for extended periods of time.
• Ability to bend, sit, kneel, squat, stand, reach and lay as required to access equipment components for extended periods of time

Required:

• 7+ years of facility related work experience
• 5+ years of experience managing a staff of technicians
• Comprehensive knowledge of maintenance processes.
• Working knowledge of computer applications such as Microsoft Office and CMMS systems
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills

Preferred:

• Bachelor s degree in Engineering discipline

This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

On-site - Frisco, TX

• 401(k) plan with matching company contributions
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care
• Paid parental leave at 100% of salary
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay

For candidates in the United States, this role is an equal opportunity employer.