Site Assessment Specialist

JLL•Fort Worth, TX

4d•$110,000 - $130,000•Remote

About The Position

This client-facing role combines technical expertise with consulting services to deliver comprehensive facility assessments for mission-critical infrastructure. You'll independently conduct Critical Environment Gap Assessments for data centers and critical facilities, evaluating MEP systems, identifying infrastructure gaps, and providing actionable recommendations. The position requires managing projects from proposal development through final deliverable while maintaining strong client relationships and ensuring project profitability. Success in this role means translating complex technical findings into clear business recommendations that help clients optimize their critical infrastructure investments.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Facilities Management, or related technical field
Minimum 5-7 years of hands-on experience in critical facilities, data centers, or mission-critical infrastructure
Demonstrated expertise in electrical power systems (UPS, generators, PDUs, ATS, switchgear), mechanical cooling systems (chillers, CRAH/CRAC, evaporative cooling), fire suppression and life safety systems, and building automation systems
Strong understanding of Uptime Institute Tier Standards, NFPA codes (70, 75, 110), data center design best practices, redundancy configurations, and equipment lifecycle management
Proven experience developing technical proposals, scope documents, and ROM cost estimates for capital projects
Strong financial acumen with ability to track project profitability and manage budgets while managing multiple concurrent projects effectively
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with demonstrated ability to present complex technical information to non-technical and executive-level audiences
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and comfort with photo documentation and digital asset management
Willingness and ability to travel 30% (domestic) and conduct multi-day site assessments
Physical capability to navigate facility environments including rooftops, mechanical rooms, electrical rooms, confined spaces, and climbing ladders

Nice To Haves

Professional Engineer (PE) license
Relevant certifications such as CEM (Certified Energy Manager), CMRP (Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional), or equivalent
Experience with data center commissioning or recommissioning
Familiarity with specific equipment manufacturers and background in consulting or professional services environment
Experience with MS Project or similar CRM/project management platforms
Experience with AutoCAD or similar drawing review software and familiarity with building automation systems and DCIM platforms

Responsibilities

Conducting comprehensive Critical Environment Gap Assessments (CEGA) for data centers and mission-critical facilities through visual, non-intrusive inspections of MEP systems
Performing detailed evaluations of electrical power systems (UPS, generators, PDUs, transformers, switchgear), cooling infrastructure (chillers, CRAH/CRAC units), fire suppression systems, and building automation systems
Assessing equipment condition, redundancy configurations (N, N+1, 2N), compliance with industry standards (NFPA, Uptime Institute, ASHRAE), and identifying single points of failure or deferred maintenance
Developing feasibility studies for generator systems, UPS replacement strategies, and HVAC design analysis with phased implementation plans
Serving as primary client contact during site visits, conducting stakeholder interviews, coordinating logistics, and delivering findings presentations to client leadership teams
Generating detailed technical proposals with scope definition, deliverables, pricing, and Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) cost estimates for capital improvements
Authoring comprehensive assessment reports including executive summaries, MEP systems analysis, code compliance gaps, prioritized recommendations with implementation timelines, and opinion of probable costs
Managing multiple concurrent projects by tracking hours, expenses, profitability metrics, and ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery
Maintaining organized documentation including photo archives, equipment inventory matrices, and management presentations that meet JLL quality standards.