Chief Engineer

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Chief Engineer - JLL

What this job involves: Drive operational excellence as Chief Engineer for a world-class facility, leading a dedicated engineering team to ensure 100% uptime and optimal performance of critical building systems.This site-based leadership role combines technical expertise with strategic facility management, where you'll protect and enhance client assets while implementing reliability-based maintenance practices. You'll be the cornerstone of facility operations, ensuring every system-from HVAC to life safety-operates at peak efficiency while maintaining the highest safety standards.This position offers the opportunity to make a direct impact on JLL's reputation for operational excellence while developing your team and advancing cutting-edge facility management practices.

What your day-to-day will look like:

• Lead and supervise engineering teams and maintenance staff, providing training, development opportunities, and performance management to ensure operational excellence.
• Oversee comprehensive building systems including fire/life safety, HVAC, electrical infrastructure, digital systems, and critical environments through direct staff management and vendor coordination.
• Develop and execute documented maintenance strategies incorporating preventive, corrective, and reliability-centered maintenance procedures aligned with facility objectives.
• Conduct facility assessments to identify safety hazards, ensure regulatory compliance, and maintain up-to-date infrastructure documentation including building drawings and compliance records.
• Manage contractor activities and major projects from planning through execution, ensuring adherence to industry standards and Critical Facility Work Authorization (CFWA) processes.
• Interface directly with clients and stakeholders, providing technical support and updates while driving continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain detailed engineering logs, building rounds documentation, and performance metrics to support data-driven operational decisions.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, Facilities Management, or related technical field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum 7-10 years of progressive facilities management experience with at least 3-5 years in supervisory/leadership roles.
• Comprehensive knowledge of commercial building systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire safety, and building automation systems.
• Valid stationary engineer license or equivalent professional certifications required by local jurisdiction.
• Demonstrated experience with reliability-centered maintenance practices and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
• Strong leadership and team management skills with proven ability to develop and motivate technical staff.
• Working knowledge of federal, state, and local building codes, safety regulations, and environmental compliance requirements.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Professional Engineer (PE) license or equivalent advanced technical certification.
• Experience with critical facility operations such as data centers, laboratories, or mission-critical environments.
• Project management certification (PMP) or equivalent project management experience.
• Previous experience in commercial real estate or property management industry.
• Knowledge of energy management systems and sustainability initiatives.
• Experience with vendor management and contract administration.
• Familiarity with budgeting and capital planning processes.

Location: Chicago, IL

Work Shift: Site-based role with standard business hours and on-call availability.

Salary/Comp: $61.02

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

Estimated compensation for this position:

This range is an estimate and actual compensation may differ. Final compensation packages are determined by various considerations including but not limited to candidate qualifications, location, market conditions, and internal considerations.

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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

• Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay

At JLL, we harness the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to efficiently accelerate meaningful connections between candidates and opportunities. Using AI capabilities, we analyze your application for relevant skills, experiences, and qualifications to generate valuable insights about how your unique profile aligns with the specific requirements of the role you'repursuing.

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