JLL · 11 hours ago
Chief Engineer
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$61.02/hr - $61.02/hr
7+ years expJLL is a leading company in facility management, seeking a Chief Engineer to drive operational excellence at a world-class facility. This role involves overseeing engineering teams and building systems to ensure optimal performance and safety, while implementing maintenance strategies and managing client relationships.
Real EstateCommercial
Responsibilities
Lead and supervise engineering teams and maintenance staff, providing training, development opportunities, and performance management to ensure operational excellence
Oversee comprehensive building systems including fire/life safety, HVAC, electrical infrastructure, digital systems, and critical environments through direct staff management and vendor coordination
Develop and execute documented maintenance strategies incorporating preventive, corrective, and reliability-centered maintenance procedures aligned with facility objectives
Conduct facility assessments to identify safety hazards, ensure regulatory compliance, and maintain up-to-date infrastructure documentation including building drawings and compliance records
Manage contractor activities and major projects from planning through execution, ensuring adherence to industry standards and Critical Facility Work Authorization (CFWA) processes
Interface directly with clients and stakeholders, providing technical support and updates while driving continuous improvement initiatives
Maintain detailed engineering logs, building rounds documentation, and performance metrics to support data-driven operational decisions
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in engineering, Facilities Management, or related technical field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Minimum 7-10 years of progressive facilities management experience with at least 3-5 years in supervisory/leadership roles
Comprehensive knowledge of commercial building systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire safety, and building automation systems
Valid stationary engineer license or equivalent professional certifications required by local jurisdiction
Demonstrated experience with reliability-centered maintenance practices and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS)
Strong leadership and team management skills with proven ability to develop and motivate technical staff
Working knowledge of federal, state, and local building codes, safety regulations, and environmental compliance requirements
Preferred
Professional Engineer (PE) license or equivalent advanced technical certification
Experience with critical facility operations such as data centers, laboratories, or mission-critical environments
Project management certification (PMP) or equivalent project management experience
Previous experience in commercial real estate or property management industry
Knowledge of energy management systems and sustainability initiatives
Experience with vendor management and contract administration
Familiarity with budgeting and capital planning processes
Company
JLL
We’re a leading professional services firm that specializes in real estate and investment management.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2025 (70)
2024 (47)
2023 (60)
2022 (68)
2021 (39)
2020 (43)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.59BKey Investors
JP Morgan Chase,Sculptor
2025-11-03Post Ipo Debt· $565.35M
2023-11-08Post Ipo Debt· $400M
2019-05-29Post Ipo Debt· $46.5M
Leadership Team
Christian Ulbrich
Global Chief Executive Officer
Jones Lang LaSalle
Global CEO, Capital Markets and Member
Recent News
2026-02-05
2026-01-07
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