Mechanical Program Manager

JLL•Chicago, IL

3d•$115,000 - $130,000•Onsite

About The Position

JLL is seeking a Mechanical Program Manager with a strong background in mechanical systems in a hyperscale data center environment. The role focuses on preventative and corrective maintenance and the efficient operation and maintenance of mechanical systems. The manager is responsible for day-to-day system operation, maintenance, and repair; managing mechanical upgrades, replacements, and installations; coordinating with electrical and controls teams; monitoring system performance; and supporting budgets and stakeholder communications. The position is on-site in Chicago, Illinois, and requires 24/7 on-call availability for emergencies and critical system failures. Visa sponsorship is not provided; candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Requirements

3–5 years of experience in mechanical systems operation and maintenance in a data center or similar mission-critical environment.
Subject matter expertise in chillers, rooftop units, air handling units, VFDs, VAVs, and fire life safety systems.
Strong knowledge of CMMS and Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, SharePoint, and Teams.
Excellent communication and leadership skills.
Strong project management skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
Willingness to be on-call 24/7 for emergencies and critical system failures.
Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

Implement strategies for efficient operation and maintenance of mechanical systems in a hyperscale data center environment.
Comply with client safety standards and execute the client runbook.
Burn down break-fix work orders.
Manage vendors.
Ensure mechanical systems comply with industry standards and best practices.
Oversee day-to-day operation, maintenance, and repair of mechanical systems.
Execute preventative maintenance programs to minimize downtime and maximize equipment life.
Manage projects involving mechanical system upgrades, replacements, and new installations.
Coordinate with electrical and control systems teams to integrate systems and optimize data center performance.
Monitor and analyze mechanical system performance data, identify areas for improvement, and implement corrective actions.
Assist in developing and managing budgets for mechanical system operations, maintenance, upgrades, and replacements.
Communicate mechanical system performance, project status, and budget information to management, technical teams, and stakeholders.
Be available on-call 24/7 to respond to emergencies and critical system failures.