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JLL · 1 week ago

Assistant Chief Engineer

JLL is a leading professional services firm specializing in real estate and investment management. The Assistant Chief Engineer plays a key role in overseeing daily operations, maintenance, and management of all building systems and equipment in a critical environment, ensuring optimal performance and tenant satisfaction.

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Responsibilities

Monitor and optimize building systems performance including chillers, boilers, cooling towers, air handling units, and building automation systems
Conduct regular inspections of mechanical equipment and systems to identify potential issues and ensure preventive maintenance schedules are maintained
Perform complex mechanical troubleshooting and repairs on HVAC systems, pumps, motors, and related equipment
Prioritize all preventive maintenance, corrective and emergent work orders for the site including annual, monthly, weekly, and daily schedules
Oversee contractor work and ensure compliance with specifications and building standards while maintaining quality control
Ensure all mechanical systems operate in compliance with local codes, regulations, and safety standards
Maintain accurate records of equipment maintenance, repairs, and system modifications for regulatory and operational purposes

Qualification

HVAC systemsMechanical troubleshootingBuilding automation systemsElectrical systemsCommercial building equipmentTechnical certificationEmergency response proceduresRegulatory complianceContractor oversightCommunication skills

Required

High school diploma or equivalent required
Valid driver's license required
Previous hands-on experience working with commercial building equipment including generators, UPS, chillers, and HVAC systems
Strong knowledge of electrical systems, HVAC, fire safety, and backup power systems in critical applications
Strong mechanical troubleshooting abilities with common building equipment and systems
Physical ability to use ladders up to 30 ft, work from heights, climb stairs and navigate rooftops to access equipment
Position requires excellent communication skills in English, both oral and written

Preferred

Technical certification or training in HVAC, electrical, or mechanical systems
Experience with building automation systems and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS)
Background in critical facility environments such as data centers or mission-critical operations
Knowledge of energy management and optimization practices
Experience with emergency response procedures and protocols
Familiarity with regulatory compliance requirements for commercial building operations
Previous experience in contractor oversight and project coordination

Company

We’re a leading professional services firm that specializes in real estate and investment management.

H1B Sponsorship

JLL has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
Distribution of Different Job Fields Receiving Sponsorship
Represents job field similar to this job
Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (70)
2024 (47)
2023 (60)
2022 (68)
2021 (39)
2020 (43)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$1.59B
2025-11-03Post Ipo Debt· $565.35M
2023-11-08Post Ipo Debt· $400M
2019-05-29Post Ipo Debt· $46.5M

Leadership Team

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Christian Ulbrich
Global Chief Executive Officer
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John Gates
CEO, Leasing Advisory, Americas
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