The Chief Engineer/BAS

JLL • Atlanta, GA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Chief Engineer/BAS is responsible for the operational management and daily leadership of the engineering team, ensuring machinery and systems operate safely, efficiently, and cost-effectively, with a goal of 100% uptime. The role protects and improves the value of the client's assets by implementing reliability-based maintenance programs and equipment inspection and monitoring programs. It also provides dedicated oversight of the Building Automation System (BAS), including real-time monitoring, troubleshooting, programming, and reporting, to maximize asset efficiency and ensure uninterrupted system performance.

The role oversees building mechanical and electrical equipment, HVAC maintenance and repairs, contractor activity, safety and regulatory compliance, and engineering staff. It also provides training to operations staff and maintains building infrastructure and compliance documentation. The position is on-site in Atlanta, Georgia. Visa sponsorship is not provided; candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Requirements

• Associate degree in an engineering discipline or equivalent work experience.
• At least 7 years of facility-related work experience, including customer service and supervisory experience.
• At least 2 years of hands-on experience in HVAC, mechanical maintenance, or building automation.
• Comprehensive knowledge of maintenance processes and an understanding of construction planning and execution.
• Exposure to HVAC, fluid handling and pumping, fluid filtering, mechanical systems, welding, and electrical systems.
• Understanding of HVAC mechanics, control protocols, and data points, including analog/binary inputs and outputs.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and CMMS systems.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven record of excellent internal and external customer service.
• Ability to train local engineers and HVAC technicians.
• Certification as a Universal Technician for CFCs, or ability to obtain it within 90 days of employment.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Managerial experience.
• Operating Engineers license (SMA) or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain refrigeration, water cooling, air conditioning, boilers, heating, ventilating, hot water equipment, pumps, valves, piping, filters, and other mechanical/electrical equipment; review logs and report malfunctions.
• Oversee HVAC repairs and preventive maintenance, and determine repair and preventive-maintenance frequency.
• Maintain adequate inventory of tools and supplies, prepare purchase orders, develop stock material sources, and perform periodic inventory and equipment checks.
• Oversee contractor activities within the building, representing the building or tenants as needed.
• Supervise real-time BAS operator workstations; review building performance settings and adjust temperature set points, schedules, and sequences of operations.
• Identify and respond to 24/7 automated system alarms; diagnose communication or mechanical failures; resolve issues with Direct Digital Control, pneumatic, or electronic systems; and coordinate maintenance with the local engineering team.
• Create and modify trend data, update building and asset spreadsheets, and manage operating schedules within BAS software.
• Maintain BAS hardware, assist with commissioning new equipment, and coordinate with IT, HVAC technicians, and external BAS vendors on software updates and server access.
• Maintain detailed system-operation logs and predictive-maintenance data, prepare daily and incident reports, and promptly notify management of situations that may affect patients or patient care.
• Identify and remediate safety hazards, manage the safety training program, and ensure compliance with regulatory laws and guidelines for building infrastructure operation.
• Maintain infrastructure and compliance documentation, including current building drawings, single-line diagrams, and regulatory documentation required by law.
• Supervise and manage engineers and maintenance staff, including hiring, training, and personal development.
• Ensure building staff, engineers, tenants, and contractors understand the Critical Facility Work Authorization (CFWA) process for work on critical infrastructure.
• Interact with and present to facilities management leadership and building management as necessary.
• Train operations staff in tool and instrument use and care, hands-on maintenance, safety and troubleshooting; recommend outside engineering courses.
• Train local engineers and HVAC technicians in necessary HVAC preventive-maintenance operations.
• Perform other duties and tasks as assigned.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with matching company contributions.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision care.
• Paid parental leave at 100% of salary.
• Paid time off and company holidays.
• Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay.
• Supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package focused on mental, physical, and emotional health.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree