Head of Engineering

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Our people at JLL and JLL Technologies 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.

Essential Functions:

• Lead and support engineering staff developing a high performance team. Responsibilities include:
  • Create and implement engineering performance benchmarking tools and operational evaluation processes
  • Hiring,
  • Employee development
  • Monitor ongoing performance and conduct evaluation processes of engineering/maintenance teams.
    
• Contribute to establishing and refining work quality, cultural initiatives and best practices to achieve desired benchmarks as a team.
• Provide technical guidance, expertise and leadership to the portfolio for all engineering related items such as: troubleshooting equipment failures, root cause analysis, new equipment specifications, sustainability, building operation standardization and best practices.
• Work with chief engineers to develop annual budgets as well as capital planning for the years ahead.
• Provide guidance on execution of capital improvement projects.
• Identify and implement preventative maintenance and energy reduction strategies to ensure safe, reliable and efficient operations within the portfolio.
• Create and audit implementation of portfolio wide engineering operational standards, procedures and training to ensure consistency across the portfolio
• Manage consultants to oversee life science operation requirements, client questions, regulatory mandates and annual audits.
• Provide guidance and direction as needed on management of existing vendors and explore vendor relationships that can be leveraged across the portfolio for increased consistency and quality of service
• Identify and recommend technology upgrades to improve building performance
• Ensure building systems meet regulatory compliance and safety standards

Qualifications

• Previous exposure to multi-building portfolio or campus environment, preferred.
• Trade school education, union training, military service or college is desirable
• 10+ years of experience including knowledge of building systems, mechanical/electrical system, architectural, maintenance and instrumentation/automation.
• Outstanding knowledge of a wide variety of utility management, HVAC, mechanical, electrical, plumbing and life safety systems in commercial properties.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to read and understand construction drawings and documents and provide design engineering teams with relevant feedback from the operator's perspective
• Familiarity with arc-flash, OSHA and NFPA regulations
• HVAC, Waste Water, or electrical License preferred

Estimated total compensation for this position:

The total compensation range is an estimate and not guaranteed. An employment offer is based on an applicant's education, experience, skills, abilities, geographic location, internal equity and alignment with market data .

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If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet all the requirements. We're interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:

JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health. Some of these benefits may include:

• 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

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