Regional Engineering Director

JLL • Boston, MA

7d • $140,000 - $180,000 • Remote

About The Position

As a Regional Engineering Director at JLL, you will lead engineering operations across a diverse regional portfolio, ensuring properties operate safely, efficiently, and in alignment with client expectations and regulatory requirements. You will drive operational excellence through leadership, technical expertise, and a proactive approach to facility performance, maintenance strategy, sustainability initiatives, and risk management. Working closely with property management teams, clients, vendors, and engineering staff, you will support business continuity and long-term asset value while helping deliver exceptional experiences across the built environment. Success requires a collaborative leadership style, strong financial and operational acumen, and a commitment to developing teams in an inclusive culture where people are empowered to thrive.

The role is remote and may be based in Boston, Massachusetts; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; or Roanoke, Virginia. The position does not provide visa sponsorship; candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. Expected compensation is $140,000–$180,000 USD per year. Final compensation depends on factors including qualifications, location, market conditions, and internal considerations.

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.
• Ability to manage budgets, analyze financial performance, and identify operational efficiencies.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills, including the ability to build trusted client relationships.
• Experience leading, mentoring, and developing engineering teams in a collaborative, high-performance culture.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without 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 across assigned sites.
• 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, and 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, fostering safety, accountability, inclusivity, and continuous improvement.
• Partner with clients, property management teams, and 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 while identifying cost savings and operational efficiencies.
• Conduct property inspections, audits, emergency preparedness reviews, and performance evaluations to ensure quality assurance and consistent service standards.

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 prioritizing mental, physical, and emotional health.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director