Chief Building Engineer
JLL · El Segundo, United States · 11d ago
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What this job involves:
As Chief Engineer, you'll provide operational leadership for the engineering team, ensuring machinery and systems operate safely, efficiently, and cost-effectively while achieving 100% uptime through reliability-based maintenance practices. You'll implement equipment inspection and monitoring programs, define maintenance best practices, and continuously evaluate operations to enhance effectiveness and maximize performance. Your responsibilities include supervising engineers and maintenance staff, managing contractor activities, ensuring regulatory compliance, and maintaining all infrastructure documentation. This position offers the opportunity to lead a high-performing team while expanding your capabilities through exposure to complex facility systems.
What your day-to-day will look like:
Monitor operation and maintain refrigeration, water cooling, air conditioning equipment, boilers, heating, ventilating systems, pumps, valves, piping, and other mechanical and electrical equipment while overseeing HVAC repair and preventive maintenance programs
Supervise and manage engineers and maintenance staff including hiring, training, personal development, and instilling professionalism in manner and appearance across the team
Ensure availability of adequate inventory of tools and supplies by preparing purchase orders, developing sources for stock materials, and performing periodic checks of inventory levels and equipment conditions
Identify safety hazards and incorporate remediation to ensure staff and occupants work in a safe environment while implementing, administering, and managing safety training programs and ensuring compliance with all regulatory laws and guidelines
Oversee contractor activities within the building, ensure the Critical Facility Work Authorization (CFWA) process is well-understood among staff and contractors, and maintain all infrastructure and compliance documentation including up-to-date building drawings and regulatory mandated records
Location: Candidates should reside within reasonable commuting distance (approximately 45 minutes or less) of El Segundo, CA.
Required qualifications:
8+ years of facilities-related work experience with 5+ years specifically in a leadership/managerial capacity
Comprehensive knowledge of maintenance processes with understanding of construction planning and execution
Exposure to HVAC, fluid handling/pumping, fluid filtering, mechanical systems, welding, and electrical systems engineering and operation
Working knowledge of computer applications including Microsoft Office and CMMS systems with demonstrated verbal and written communication skills
Proven record of excellent internal and external customer service
Preferred qualifications:
Associate's Degree in an Engineering discipline
Universal Technician certification for CFC's (or ability to obtain within 90 days of employment)
Operating Engineers license (SMA) or equivalent
This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Expected compensation for this position:
114,400.00 – 128,960.00 USD per year
Final compensation packages are determined by various considerations including but not limited to candidate qualifications, location, market conditions, and internal considerations.
Location:
On-site –El Segundo, CAIf this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet all the requirements. We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!
Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:
JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health. Some of these benefits include:
- 401(k) plan with matching company contributions
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental & 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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