Chief Engineer

JLL; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

JLL in New Orleans seeks an experienced Chief Engineer to lead the building's mechanical, electrical and systems operations. You will supervise engineers and maintenance staff, develop preventive maintenance plans and coordinate with clients on site.

The role requires 7+ years as a Chief/Assistant Chief Engineer or similar, strong leadership and a commitment to safety. On-site presence is required at a Class A office in downtown New Orleans, LA.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of related experience, especially as a Chief Engineer, Assistant Chief Engineer or similar
• People management experience (leading a team)
• Trade school education, union training, military service or college is desirable
• Universal CFC EPA certification
• Experience using Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, Teams)
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Comfort using ladders up to 30 feet tall
• Ability to frequently climb, bend, kneeling, lift and/or drive
• Strong customer service and communications skills
• Valid driver license

Responsibilities

• Oversee the maintenance and continuous operation of all building systems
• Supervise and manage engineers and maintenance staff including hiring, training, coaching and personal development
• Create and routinely update a documented plan that includes preventive, predictive and reactive maintenance procedures
• Participate regularly in client-facing and property team communications
• Lead, create and manage engineering budget and participate in overall operating budget process
• Assist in the development of a capital improvement plan
• Select, schedule, supervise and direct contractors; monitor and document performance
• Respond effectively to emergencies and service calls
• Lead and organize ongoing technical, safety, and operational process training programs and procedures
• Other duties as requested by property management team and/or client

Skills

People management

Microsoft Office

Customer service

Driver's license

Physical fitness

Ladders access

Climbing/Lifting

Education

EPA certification (CFC)

Trade school / college

Job description

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way.

Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented peopleand empowering them tothrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. Whether you've got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you're looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward.

What this job involves:

Serve as an engineering leader at JLL!

The Chief Engineeroversees the efficient, safe and responsible operation of all building systems and equipment while also leading the engineering team.

Schedule: Monday to Friday, approximately 7:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m., with flexibility based on building needs and an on-call rotation

Serve as the engineering leader for JLL Class A office building in downtown New Orleans.

What your day-to-day will look like:

• Oversee the maintenance and continuous operation of all building systems

• Supervise and manage engineers and maintenance staff including hiring, training, coaching and personal development

• Create and routinely update adocumented plan that includes preventive, predictive and reactivemaintenance procedures

• Participateregularlyin client-facing and property teamcommunications

• Lead, create and manage engineeringbudget and participate in overalloperatingbudget process

• Assist in the development of a capital improvement plan

• Select, schedule, supervise and direct contractors; monitor and document performance

• Respond effectively to emergencies and service calls

• Lead and organizeongoing technical, safety, and operational process training programsand procedures

• Other duties as requested by property management team and/or client

On-site presencerequired

Complete job description available on JLL's internal portal

Required qualifications:

• 7+years of relatedexperience, especially as a Chief Engineer, Assistant Chief Engineer or similar

• People management experience (leading a team)

• Trade schooleducation, union training, military service or college isdesirable

• Universal CFC EPA certification

• Experience using Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, Teams)

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

• Comfort using ladders up to 30 feet tall

• Ability to frequently climb, bend, kneeling, lift and/or drive

• Strong customer serviceand communicationskills

• Valid driver License

This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Location:

On-site -New Orleans, LA

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 may 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

At JLL, we harness the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to efficiently accelerate meaningful connections between candidates and opportunities. Using AI capabilities, we analyze your application for relevant skills, experiences, and qualifications to generate valuable insights about how your unique profile aligns with the specific requirements of the role you'repursuing.

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