Lead Building Engineer
About The Position
JLL is seeking a Lead Building Engineer to oversee the efficient, safe, and responsible operation of all building systems and equipment while leading the engineering team. The position oversees a building engineer at a 265,000-square-foot Class A medical office building in South Jersey. The role is on-site in New Jersey, with a Monday-through-Friday schedule from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (flexible) and participation in an on-call rotation. The posting identifies the location as both Sewell, NJ and Cherry Hill, NJ. The Lead Building Engineer maintains reliable, high-quality facility operations for the client. The role includes operating and maintaining building systems, supervising staff and contractors, managing maintenance plans and budgets, participating in client and property-team communications, and responding to service calls and emergencies. On-site presence is required.
Requirements
- At least 7 years of related experience, especially as a Chief Engineer, Assistant Chief Engineer, or in a similar role.
- People-management experience leading a team.
- Ability to analyze industrial mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems, determine causes 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, including Word, Outlook, Excel, and Teams.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Comfort using ladders up to 30 feet tall.
- Physical ability to bend, sit, kneel, squat, stand, reach, and lie down as required to access equipment components for extended periods.
- Strong customer service and communication skills.
- Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship; this position does not provide visa sponsorship.
Responsibilities
- Operate, maintain, and repair mechanical, plumbing, structural, electrical, fire, life-safety, and control systems to applicable standards.
- Perform preventive maintenance on HVAC systems and associated equipment, including cleaning, inspecting, calibrating, and replacing parts.
- Supervise and manage engineers and maintenance staff, including hiring, training, coaching, and personal development.
- Create and routinely update a documented plan for preventive, predictive, and reactive maintenance procedures.
- Participate regularly in client-facing and property-team communications.
- Lead, create, and manage the engineering budget and participate in the overall operating budget process.
- Assist in developing a capital improvement plan.
- Select, schedule, supervise, and direct contractors; monitor and document their performance.
- Respond effectively to emergencies and service calls.
- Lead and organize ongoing technical, safety, and operational process training programs and procedures.
- Perform other duties as requested by the property management team and/or client.
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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
