Facilities Engineering Manager - Climate Control

JLL; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL) Hong Kong seeks a senior facilities leader to oversee building services operations, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire services, lifts and BMS. You will lead in-house engineers, manage external vendors, and drive safety, compliance, and energy initiatives in exhibits and storage areas.

The role requires 8+ years in building services with 3+ in management, a relevant degree, and strong knowledge of HVAC/BMS. English and Chinese fluency is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in building services, mechanical, electrical or related.
• HKIE membership or equivalent (CEng/RPE) highly desirable.
• Registered Electrical Worker Grade C is a strong plus.
• 8+ years in building services and facilities management; 3+ years in a managerial role.
• Experience in museums, art galleries, data centers or critical environments with climate control.
• Strong knowledge of large-scale HVAC, BMS, and electrical distribution.
• Excellent leadership, problem-solving and communication skills.
• Fluent in English and Chinese (speaking and writing).

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operation and maintenance of building services systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire, lifts, BMS).
• Maintain strict temperature and humidity controls across exhibit/storage areas.
• Lead and manage in-house engineering teams; evaluate external subcontractors.
• Ensure compliance with local regulations, health and safety; conduct risk assessments and audits.
• Prepare and manage annual OPEX and CAPEX budgets; oversee upgrades and energy savings projects.
• Develop preventive and predictive maintenance programs to minimize downtime.
• Coordinate facility-related emergencies and test business continuity plans.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Bilingual English/Chinese

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Building Services Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or related

Tools

HVAC systems

BMS

Electrical distribution systems

Job description

Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL) Hong Kong seeks a senior facilities leader to oversee building services operations, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire services, lifts and BMS. You will lead in-house engineers, manage external vendors, and drive safety, compliance, and energy initiatives in exhibits and storage areas.

The role requires 8+ years in building services with 3+ in management, a relevant degree, and strong knowledge of HVAC/BMS. English and Chinese fluency is essential.