Jll

ChiefBuildingEngineer

$165–235k ~AI est. Columbus, Ohio, United States; Heath, Ohio, United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.

The Brief

“Chief Building Engineer at Jll. Skills: Operational leadership, Maintenance management, Team supervision. Provide operational leadership. Ensure machinery operates safely”

What You'll Achieve.

Achieve 100% uptime

Industry & Context.

Problems you'll solve

Root cause analysis; Troubleshooting

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

7+ years facilities work experience, 5+ years leadership experience, Knowledge of maintenance processes, Understanding of construction planning, Working knowledge of CMMS systems, Demonstrated verbal communication skills, Demonstrated written communication skills, Excellent internal customer service, Excellent external customer service

Nice to Have

Associate's Degree in Engineering, Universal Technician certification for CFC's, Obtain CFC certification within 90 days, Operating Engineers license (SMA), Equivalent license

What You'll Do.

Provide operational leadership

Ensure machinery operates safely

Ensure systems operate efficiently

Ensure systems operate cost-effectively

Implement equipment inspection programs

Implement monitoring programs

Define maintenance best practices

Continuously evaluate operations

Enhance operational effectiveness

Maximize operational performance

Supervise maintenance staff

Manage contractor activities

Ensure regulatory compliance

Maintain infrastructure documentation

Monitor equipment operation

Maintain refrigeration equipment

Maintain water cooling equipment

Maintain air conditioning equipment

Maintain heating systems

Maintain ventilating systems

Maintain mechanical equipment

Maintain electrical equipment

Oversee HVAC repair programs

Oversee preventive maintenance programs

Manage maintenance staff

Instill professionalism in team

Ensure adequate tool inventory

Ensure adequate supply inventory

Prepare purchase orders

Develop sources for stock materials

Perform inventory checks

Check equipment conditions

Identify safety hazards

Incorporate remediation for safety

Ensure safe staff environment

Ensure safe occupant environment

Implement safety training programs

Administer safety training programs

Manage safety training programs

Ensure regulatory law compliance

Oversee contractor activities

Ensure CFWA process understanding

Maintain infrastructure documentation

Maintain compliance documentation

Maintain up-to-date building drawings

Maintain regulatory mandated records

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Cross-functional teams; Contractor activities

Communication Scope

Verbal communication; Written communication

Full Job Description

**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. ## What this job involves: As Chief Engineer, you'll provide operational leadership for the engineering team, ensuring machinery and systems operate safely, efficiently, and cost-effectively while achieving 100% uptime through reliability-based maintenance practices. You'll implement equipment inspection and monitoring programs, define maintenance best practices, and continuously evaluate operations to enhance effectiveness and maximize performance. Your responsibilities include supervising engineers and maintenance staff, managing contractor activities, ensuring regulatory compliance, and maintaining all infrastructure documentation. This position offers the opportunity to lead a high-performing team while expanding your capabilities through exposure to complex facility systems. ## What your day-to-day will look like: * Monitor operation and maintain refrigeration, water cooling, air conditioning equipment, boilers, heating, ventilating systems, pumps, valves, piping, and other mechanical and electrical equipment while overseeing HVAC repair and preventive maintenance programs * Supervise and manage engineers and maintenance staff including hiring, training, personal development, and instilling professionalism in manner and appearance across the team * Ensure availability of adequate inventory of tools and supplies by preparing purchase orders, developing sources for stock materials, and performing periodic c

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