Lead Engineer

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. Lead Engineer JLLWhat this job involves:Join JLL as a Lead Engineer and play a critical role in overseeing facility operations and engineering excellence. In this position, you'll supervise engineering department staff while ensuring the optimal performance of building systems, safety protocols, and maintenance operations. You'll be instrumental in maintaining world-class facilities that support our clients' business objectives while fostering a culture of safety and operational excellence. This role offers the opportunity to lead technical teams, manage complex building systems, and directly contribute to JLL's reputation as a leader in commercial real estate services.What your day to day will look like:Provide joint supervision of engineering department staff and manage delegation of preventative maintenance programs, equipment installation, repair, and maintenancePerform comprehensive equipment inspections and ensure proper maintenance adherence to AES standardsMaintain, monitor, and perform preventive maintenance on all building systems including fire/life safety, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, generators, and emergency backup systems. Analyze system performance, troubleshoot malfunctions, make necessary adjustments, and maintain operational records to ensure continuous facility operationsMonitor building management systems (BAS) and respond immediately to all alarms, taking corrective action or initiating follow-up proceduresSchedule and coordinate emergency repair activities based on priority and available personnel capabilitiesManage site operations and various permits including facility work permits, hot work permits, and roof access permitsEnsure the availability of an adequate operating inventory of tools and supplies through preparing and submitting purchase-order requests, developing sources for stock materials, and performing periodic checks for suppliesFoster safety culture and adherence to company and industry standard practicesParticipate in rotating on-call schedule for after-hours emergency responseRequired Qualifications:7+ years' experience with commercial building operating systems and general building maintenance procedures, with a minimum of 2 years of supervisory experienceProven experience in mechanical systems, hydraulic systems, and safety proceduresKnowledge of building CMMS and BAS systemsExperience implementing quality assurance programs for engineering department workExperience managing contractors and ensuring client requirement adherenceAbility to read and interpret work from drawings, written work orders, sketches, blueprints, and technical manualsCertification as a Universal Technician for CFCsAbility to work weekends or holidays as required by business needsPreferred Qualifications:Background in establishing and maintaining safety-sensitive culture in team environmentsFamiliarity with commercial real estate facility management best practicesExperience coordinating with multiple stakeholders including clients, contractors, and internal teamsTrade school education, union training, or military serviceExperience in industrial maintenance or manufacturing environmentsWork Shift: 1st Shift, 3rd ShiftThis position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.Location:On-site –Columbus, OHIf 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 contributionsComprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision CarePaid parental leave at 100% of salary Paid Time Off and Company HolidaysEarly access to earned wages through Daily PayAt 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're pursuing.JLL Privacy NoticeJones Lang LaSalle (JLL), together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading global provider of real estate and investment management services. We take our responsibility to protect the personal information provided to us seriously. Generally the personal information we collect from you are for the purposes of processing in connection with JLL’s recruitment process. We endeavour to keep your personal information secure with appropriate level of security and keep for as long as we need it for legitimate business or legal reasons. We will then delete it safely and securely.For more information about how JLL processes your personal data, please view our Candidate Privacy Statement.For additional details please see our career site pages for each country.For candidates in the United States, please see a full copy of our Equal Employment Opportunity policy here.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. This email is only to request an accommodation. Please direct any other general recruiting inquiries to our Contact Us page > I want to work for JLL.Accepting applications on an ongoing basis until candidate identified.SummaryLocation: Columbus, OHType: Full time