Technical Specialist

Technical Specialist – Facilities Engineering & Capital Projects – JLL What this job involves: This role provides advanced technical expertise and project delivery support for facility infrastructure and capital improvement initiatives. As a Technical Specialist, you will play a key role in ensuring that engineering designs, construction activities, and facility upgrades meet JLL and client standards for safety, reliability, performance, and efficiency. The position combines hands‑on engineering leadership with capital project execution, supporting the long‑term operational excellence of complex facilities while contributing to JLL’s commitment to high‑quality, sustainable real estate solutions. What your day‑to‑day will look like: Serve as a technical subject matter expert for facility systems, including mechanical, electrical, HVAC, utilities, structural, and building infrastructure. Lead engineering assessments, feasibility studies, and scope development for capital and improvement projects. Manage capital projects from concept through design, construction, commissioning, and closeout. Review and validate engineering drawings, technical submittals, and design packages for accuracy and constructability. Provide on‑site construction support, including inspections, quality assurance, and resolution of technical issues. Coordinate with contractors, vendors, and internal stakeholders to ensure alignment with approved designs and schedules. Identify and support continuous improvement initiatives focused on energy efficiency, reliability, and cost optimization. Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, or a related Engineering discipline. Minimum of 5 years of experience in facilities engineering, capital project delivery, or construction management. Strong working knowledge of engineering principles across multiple disciplines. Experience managing capital projects, including budgeting, scheduling, and contractor oversight. Familiarity with applicable codes and standards (e.g., IBC, ASME, NFPA, NEC, ASHRAE). Proficiency with engineering and design tools such as AutoCAD, Revit, or BIM platforms. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. Preferred Qualifications: Professional Engineering (PE) license. Experience supporting industrial, commercial, or specialized facilities (e.g., energy, petrochemical, manufacturing, R&D, or mission‑critical environments). Working knowledge of project management tools such as MS Project or Primavera. Experience with commissioning, testing, and turnover of facility systems. Exposure to sustainability initiatives, energy optimization, or smart building technologies. Demonstrated ability to lead cross‑functional teams and influence technical decisions. Experience developing or applying engineering standards and best practices. Location: Houston, TX Work Shift: 7:00 am to 4:00 pm Monday to Friday. #J-18808-Ljbffr JLL