Regional Engineering Director

JLL•Boston, MA

6d•$140,000 - $180,000•Remote

About The Position

The Regional Engineering Director leads engineering operations across a diverse regional portfolio, ensuring properties operate safely, efficiently, and in accordance with client expectations and regulatory requirements. The role drives operational excellence through leadership, technical expertise, and a proactive approach to facility performance, maintenance strategy, sustainability initiatives, and risk management. It partners with property management teams, clients, vendors, and engineering staff to support business continuity, high-performing environments, and long-term asset value. Success requires collaborative leadership, strong financial and operational acumen, and a commitment to developing teams.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, or a related technical field, or equivalent industry experience.
Minimum 8 years of progressive engineering or facilities management experience, including leadership responsibility across multiple sites or portfolios.
Strong technical expertise in commercial building systems, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire life safety, and building automation systems.
Demonstrated experience managing preventive maintenance programs, capital projects, and engineering operations in complex environments.
Working knowledge of applicable building codes, regulatory compliance requirements, and safety standards.
Proven ability to manage budgets, analyze financial performance, and identify operational efficiencies.
Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build trusted client relationships.
Experience leading, mentoring, and developing engineering teams within a collaborative, high-performance culture.
Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship; this position does not provide visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Professional Engineer (PE), Certified Facility Manager (CFM), or similar industry certification.
Experience supporting large commercial real estate portfolios across multiple markets or regions.
Knowledge of sustainability practices, energy management systems, and environmental performance initiatives.
Experience with CMMS platforms, building automation technologies, and data-driven operational reporting.
Strong project management experience overseeing complex capital improvements and infrastructure upgrades.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and respond effectively in fast-paced operational environments.
Experience participating in emergency response planning and business continuity initiatives.

Responsibilities

Lead and support day-to-day engineering operations across multiple properties, ensuring reliable building performance and service delivery.
Develop, implement, and oversee preventive maintenance programs, standard operating procedures, and engineering best practices.
Ensure compliance with applicable local, state, and federal regulations, safety standards, and client requirements.
Provide technical leadership for HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire life safety, and building automation systems; oversee major capital projects and infrastructure upgrades.
Monitor energy management systems and sustainability initiatives to improve operational efficiency and support environmental performance goals.
Recruit, mentor, and develop engineering talent while fostering safety, accountability, inclusivity, and continuous improvement.
Partner with clients, property management teams, and other stakeholders to address complex engineering issues, provide strategic recommendations, and maintain working relationships.
Manage regional engineering budgets, capital expenditure planning, vendor relationships, and contract negotiations; identify cost savings and operational efficiencies.
Conduct property inspections, audits, emergency preparedness reviews, and performance evaluations to ensure quality assurance and consistent service standards.