Lead Building Engineer
Quick Summary
Operate, maintain, and repair Mechanical, Plumbing, Structural, Electrical, Fire, Life Safety,
7+ years of related experience, especially as a Chief Engineer,
Serve as an engineering leader at JLL! At JLL, we are collectively shaping a brighter way for our clients, ourselves, and our fellow employees, and your technical skills will be essential to delivering the reliable, high-quality facility operations our clients depend on. The Lead Engineer oversees the efficient, safe and responsible operation of all building systems and equipment while also leading the engineering team. You will oversee a building engineer at a 265,000 square foot Class A medical office building in South Jersey.
Responsibilities
~1 min read- →Operate, maintain, and repair Mechanical, Plumbing, Structural, Electrical, Fire, Life Safety, and Control systems to keep all facility and building systems performing to applicable standards
- →Perform preventative maintenance on HVAC systems and associated equipment, including cleaning, inspecting, calibrating, and replacing parts to maintain optimum performance levels
- →Supervise and manage engineers and maintenance staff including hiring, training, coaching and personal development
- →Create and routinely update a documented plan that includes preventive, predictive and reactive maintenance procedures
- →Participate regularly in client-facing and property team communications
- →Lead, create and manage engineering budget and participate in overall operating budget process
- →Assist in the development of a capital improvement plan
- →Select, schedule, supervise and direct contractors; monitor and document performance
- →Respond effectively to emergencies and service calls
- →Lead and organize ongoing technical, safety, and operational process training programs and procedures
- →Other duties as requested by property management team and/or client
Requirements
~1 min read- 7+ years of related experience, especially as a Chief Engineer, Assistant Chief Engineer or similar
- People management experience (leading a team)
- Ability to analyze the operation of various industrial Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, and HVAC systems, determine the cause of problems or malfunctions, and take corrective action
- Trade school education, union training, military service or college education
- Universal CFC EPA certification
- Experience with Building Automation Systems (BAS) and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS)
- Experience using Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, Teams)
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
- Comfort using ladders up to 30 feet tall
- Physical ability to bend, sit, kneel, squat, stand, reach, and lay as required to access equipment components for extended periods of time
- Strong customer service and communication skills
This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
What We Offer
~3 min read90,000.00 – 97,000.00 USD per year
Final compensation packages are determined by various considerations including but not limited to candidate qualifications, location, market conditions, and internal considerations.
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 include:
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!
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Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, JLL will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Accepting applications on an ongoing basis until candidate identified.
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- Posted
- October 23, 2026
- First seen
- October 23, 2026
- Last seen
- October 23, 2026
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