JLL · 1 day ago
Chief Engineer
San Jose, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$93.35/hr - $93.35/hr
6+ years expJLL is a leading professional services firm specializing in real estate and investment management. The Chief Engineer will lead facility operations, focusing on maintaining and troubleshooting complex facility equipment across all building systems while managing engineering teams and vendor relationships.
CommercialReal Estate
Responsibilities
Execute comprehensive maintenance and repair work for boilers, chillers, HVAC equipment, and all building systems
Perform complex operating procedures for steam boilers, lab utilities, emergency generators, and propane vaporizers
Conduct scheduled inspections of boiler plants, chiller plants, cooling towers, emergency generator rooms, and main switchgear facilities
Oversee building health through Building Management System (BMS) navigation and issue resolution
Manage engineering teams including Facilities Coordinators, Lead Engineers, and Central Utility Plant personnel
Establish written goals and objectives for direct reports, conduct performance evaluations, and develop training programs
Plan and schedule work orders to maintain efficient operations while allocating personnel, materials, and time effectively
Monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and lead daily coordination meetings
Oversee implementation of approved initiatives and coordinate property team efforts including vendors and contractors
Negotiate competitive bidding with vendors to ensure cost-effective solutions
Maintain interface with third-party vendors ensuring contract compliance and timely issue resolution
Manage facilities work order systems (MAXIMO preferred) and ensure timely completion
Generate and implement Switching Procedures (FSPs), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and Emergency Operating Procedures (EOPs)
Review work orders, logs, and documentation daily to ensure compliance with current practices
Assist with local, state, and federal regulatory compliance (Cal-EPA, Cal-OSHA, BAAQMD)
Conduct weekly building inspections and document findings using reporting tools
Qualification
Required
High school degree, GED, or equivalent
Must have successfully passed the Local 39 apprentice exam or met apprenticeship standards for IUOE Local 39
6-8+ years of facilities management experience, preferably in high-tech industry
3+ years of people management experience preferred
NETA Certification in High Voltage (115kV) Switchyard and Medium Voltage Substation Operations and Maintenance
Comprehensive knowledge of HVAC, Mechanical, and Electrical systems including chillers, boilers, cooling towers, generators, and UPS systems
Experience with CMMS/work order platforms (MAXIMO preferred)
Ability to maintain professionalism under stressful situations and solve complex problems using rational judgment
Excellent presentation skills and proficiency in PowerPoint, MS Office, and Visio/CAD
Strong customer service instincts with outgoing, friendly, and collaborative approach
Ability to perform physical demands including prolonged standing, lifting 25 pounds, and working in various facility environments
Available 24/7 on-call responsibilities for equipment monitoring and emergency response
Ability to react effectively and calmly during emergency situations
Maintain all engineering spaces in clean and organized condition
Preferred
3+ years of people management experience preferred
Experience with CMMS/work order platforms (MAXIMO preferred)
Company
JLL
We’re a leading professional services firm that specializes in real estate and investment management.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.59B2025-11-03Post Ipo Debt· $565.35M
2023-11-08Post Ipo Debt· $400M
2019-05-29Post Ipo Debt· $46.5M
Leadership Team
Christian Ulbrich
Global Chief Executive Officer
Jones Lang LaSalle
Global CEO, Capital Markets and Member
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