Chief Engineer

Job Overview 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. What This Job Involves As Chief Engineer at JLL, you'll lead the operational management and daily administration of an engineering team dedicated to safely, efficiently, and cost-effectively operating critical building systems and machinery. Your leadership will ensure the highest level of professionalism while meeting client needs and driving toward the goal of 100% uptime across all engineering operations. You'll be responsible for protecting and improving the value of client assets, ensuring building systems continue to perform their intended functions through the implementation and management of reliability‑based maintenance programs. You will embody a culture of collaboration, locally and across the globe, by executing equipment inspection and monitoring programs, defining maintenance best practices to improve mechanical equipment uptime, and continuously evaluating current methods to enhance effectiveness and maximize performance. This role offers the chance to shape maintenance excellence while developing your team's capabilities. What Your Day‑to‑Day Will Look Like Monitor and maintain refrigeration, water cooling, air conditioning equipment, boilers, heating, ventilating and hot water systems, pumps, valves, piping, filters, and other mechanical and electrical equipment. Review operational logs to assure proper equipment function and report problems or malfunctions immediately, performing preventive maintenance tasks and overseeing HVAC repair and PM schedules. Ensure availability of an adequate inventory of tools and supplies by preparing purchase order requests, developing sources for stock materials, and performing periodic inventory and equipment condition checks. Oversee contractor activities within the building as representatives of the facility or tenants, ensuring work quality and compliance standards. Identify safety hazards and incorporate remediation efforts to ensure staff and occupants work in a safe environment while implementing, administering, and managing safety training programs. Ensure compliance with all regulatory laws and guidelines related to building infrastructure operations and alert management of any discrepancies. Maintain all infrastructure and compliance documentation, including up‑to‑date building drawings, single‑lines, and documentation mandated by federal, state, or local law. Supervise and manage engineers and maintenance staff, including hiring, training, and personal development while ensuring the CFWA process is understood by all stakeholders. Provide training and support to expand operations staff capabilities through hands‑on instruction in maintenance, safety, and troubleshooting procedures while instilling professionalism in manner and appearance. Required Qualifications Associate Degree in an engineering discipline or equivalent work experience. 7+ years of facility‑related work experience, including customer service, leadership, and supervisory experience. Managerial experience leading technical teams in facility operations environments. Comprehensive knowledge of maintenance processes and understanding of construction planning and execution. Exposure to HVAC, fluid handling/pumping, fluid filtering, mechanical systems, welding, and electrical systems engineering and operation. Working knowledge of computer applications, including Microsoft Office and CMMS systems. Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with clients, staff, and contractors. Proven record of excellent internal and external customer service. Preferred Qualifications Certification as a Universal Technician for CFCs (or ability to obtain within 90 days of employment). Operating Engineers license (SMA) or equivalent certification. Experience implementing reliability‑based maintenance programs and maintenance best practices. Background in regulatory compliance management for commercial or critical facility infrastructure. Location On‑site – Phoenix, AZ Benefits 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. Equal Employment Opportunity Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process – including the online application and/or overall selection process – you may email us at View email address on click.appcast.io. The location above and other recruiting inquiries should be directed appropriately. This email is only to request an accommodation. We do not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. Background checks will be conducted for convictions directly related to the job duties and responsibilities, in accordance with applicable state and federal laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr