Jll

ChiefEngineer

$149–149k New York, New York, United States FULL TIME Remote Friendly
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The Brief

“Chief Engineer at Jll. Skills: Facilities Operations Leadership, Vendor and Stakeholder Management, Operational Issue Resolution, Process and Procedure Development. Lead facilities operations at a premier Manhattan location. Serve as primary liaison between JLL Site Management, stakeholders, and teams”

What You'll Achieve.

Ensure total contract compliance; Deliver accurate and timely reporting; Drive swift resolution of operational issues; Ensure resources are allocated appropriately; Ensure work orders are completed promptly; Maintain highest standards of housekeeping in technical and mechanical spaces; Ensure timely completion and proper resource allocation; Ensure compliance with JLL procurement policies for facilities services and goods; Assist with local, state, and federal regulatory compliance; Maintain high-quality housekeeping standards in all technical and mechanical spaces

Industry & Context.

Problems you'll solve

Proven ability to work on highly complex problems requiring analysis and rational judgment; Drive swift resolution of operational issues; Ability to react effectively, quickly, calmly, and rationally in emergency situations.

Eligibility Requirements

Ability to perform physical demands including prolonged standing, lifting/moving/pulling 25 pounds, kneeling, etc., Ability to react effectively, quickly, calmly, and rationally in emergency situations., Provide 24/7 on-call support for equipment monitoring, emergency delegation, and operational assistance.

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Associate's degree or equivalent with 6-8+ years of high-tech industry and/or facilities management experience, 3+ years of people management experience, Experience managing facility infrastructure and leading teams, Ability to maintain professionalism under stressful situations at all times, Proven ability to work on highly complex problems requiring analysis and rational judgment, Experience with CMMS/work order platforms, Knowledge of HVAC, Mechanical, and Electrical processes and troubleshooting (Chillers, Boilers, Cooling Towers, Air Conditioning, Pumps, Generators, UPS, etc. ), Excellent presentation skills, Proficiency in MS Office, Ability to perform physical demands including prolonged standing, lifting/moving/pulling 25 pounds, kneeling, etc., Ability to react effectively, quickly, calmly, and rationally in emergency situations.

Nice to Have

technical skills in troubleshooting Mechanical and Electrical infrastructure, Proficiency in PowerPoint, Visio/CAD, Advanced certifications in facilities management or engineering disciplines.

What You'll Do.

Lead facilities operations at a premier Manhattan location

Serve as primary liaison between JLL Site Management

Oversee implementation of approved initiatives and programs

Manage and coordinate property team efforts

Maintain interface with third-party vendors

Ensure total contract compliance

Deliver accurate and timely reporting

Drive swift resolution of operational issues

Generate and implement Facility Switching Procedures (FSPs)

Generate and implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

Generate and implement Emergency Operating Procedures (EOPs)

Maintain a comprehensive library with annual reviews and revisions

Manage the JLL/IBM Facilities Work Order System (MAXIMO)

Ensure resources are allocated appropriately

Ensure work orders are completed promptly

Oversee projects and initiatives to continuously improve facilities operations

Maintain highest standards of housekeeping in technical and mechanical spaces

Ensure effective communication across all JLL teams

business stakeholders

and external service providers

Oversee implementation of facilities programs by coordinating vendors

Manage third-party vendor relationships

and EOPs with regular reviews

Interact with suppliers

and vendors on facilities and property matters

Lead projects and initiatives to enhance facilities operations and service delivery

Manage the MAXIMO Work Order System

Ensure timely completion and proper resource allocation

Ensure compliance with JLL procurement policies for facilities services and goods

and federal regulatory compliance

Maintain high-quality housekeeping standards in all technical and mechanical spaces

Conduct weekly building tours (interior and exterior)

Document findings in Building Inspection/FIBI reporting tools

Provide 24/7 on-call support for equipment monitoring

and operational assistance.

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Serve as the primary liaison between JLL Site Management, business unit stakeholders, Facilities Operations, maintenance teams, outside service providers, and contractors.; Manage and coordinate property team efforts, including vendors, contractors, and building employees.; Ensure effective communication across all JLL teams, business stakeholders, and external service providers.; Oversee implementation of facilities programs by coordinating vendors, contractors, and building staff.

Communication Scope

Excellent presentation skills

Process & Methodology

Oversee projects and initiatives to continuously improve facilities operations and service delivery, Lead projects and initiatives to enhance facilities operations and service delivery

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. # Chief Engineer – JLL ## What this job involves: We are seeking an experienced Chief Engineer to lead facilities operations at a premier Manhattan location. In this critical role, you will serve as the primary liaison between JLL Site Management, business unit stakeholders, Facilities Operations, maintenance teams, outside service providers, and contractors. You will oversee the implementation of approved initiatives and programs while managing and coordinating property team efforts, including vendors, contractors, and building employees. This position requires a strategic leader who can maintain interface with third-party vendors, ensure total contract compliance, deliver accurate and timely reporting, and drive swift resolution of operational issues. You will be responsible for generating and implementing Facility Switching Procedures (FSPs), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and Emergency Operating Procedures (EOPs), maintaining a comprehensive library with annual reviews and revisions. As Chief Engineer, you will manage the JLL/IBM Facilities Work Order System (MAXIMO), ensuring resources are allocated appropriately and work orders are completed promptly. You will oversee projects and initiatives to continuously improve facilities operations and service delivery while maintaining the highest standards of housekeeping in all technical and mechanical spaces. ## What your day-to-day will look like: * Ens

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