Lead Building Engineer

Lead Building Engineer – JLL

Join JLL as a Lead Building 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 maintenance
• Perform comprehensive equipment inspections and ensure proper maintenance adherence to AES standards
• Maintain, 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 operations
• Monitor building management systems (BAS) and respond immediately to all alarms, taking corrective action or initiating follow-up procedures
• Schedule and coordinate emergency repair activities based on priority and available personnel capabilities
• Manage site operations and various permits including facility work permits, hot work permits, and roof access permits
• Ensure the availability of an adequate operating inventory of tools and supplies, including preparing and submitting purchase-order requests, developing sources for stock materials, and performing periodic inventory checks
• Foster safety culture and adherence to company and industry standard practices
• Participate in rotating on-call schedule for after-hours emergency response.

Required Qualifications:

• 7+ years' experience with commercial building operating systems and general building maintenance procedures, and a minimum of 2 years of supervisory experience
• Proven experience in mechanical systems, hydraulic systems, and safety procedures
• Knowledge of building CMMS and BAS systems
• Experience implementing quality assurance programs for engineering department work
• Experience managing contractors and ensuring client requirement adherence
• Ability to read and interpret work from drawings, written work orders, sketches, blueprints, and technical manuals
• Certification as a Universal Technician for CFCs.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Background in establishing and maintaining safety-sensitive culture in team environments
• Familiarity with commercial real estate facility management best practices
• Experience coordinating with multiple stakeholders including clients, contractors, and internal teams
• Trade school education, union training, or military service
• Experience in industrial maintenance or manufacturing environments.

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

Estimated compensation for this position:

100,000.00 – 110,000.00 USD per year

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.

Location:

On-site – Costa Mesa, CA

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:

• 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