Engineering Director - Tech Svcs BOS IoT Programs

JLL; Cambridge (MA); Hybrid; USD 145,000 - 191,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with matching company

Medical, Dental & Vision Care

Paid parental leave

Paid Time Off

Early access to earned wages through:

Job summary

JLL in Cambridge, MA is seeking a visionary leader to drive the future of Technical Services - Digital Smart Building Programs for a key client. You will oversee strategy, BOS IoT initiatives, and FDD capabilities while guiding a multi-regional engineering team.

You will coordinate with clients, manage milestones, and deliver high-impact program health summaries. This role requires 10+ years in network/controls engineering, leadership, and cyber-security experience.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in engineering, engineering technology, or related field; or 10+ years with technical certs.
• 10+ years of Network/Controls engineering, cyber-security, and Facilities (MEP) operations.
• Proven leadership in multi-regional BOS IoT programs; strong communication and change management.

Responsibilities

• Lead BOS IoT and BMS connectivity programs with robust monitoring and control.
• Develop and enforce operational support and security compliance for BOS and IoT assets.
• Guide client communications, provide program health updates, and ensure on-time deliverables.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team management

Cyber-security awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Technical certifications with 10+ years experience

Tools

Corrigo CMMS

Google Tools

Executive presentation development

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.

Position Overview

Reporting directly to the Technical Services Engineering Director, this is a visionary leadership role designed to drive the future of Technical Services - Digital Smart Building Programs for a key client. This position manages the development, implementation, and application of emerging technologies while overseeing critical engineering programs and strategic initiatives. The successful candidate will be an innovative go-getter with a bias for action, acting as a subject matter expert in engineering services, strategic asset planning, performance management, and executive presence.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Strategic Program Management

• BMS Connectivity & Control: Lead the effective management of Building Operating Systems (BOS) programs around BMS Connectivity, establishing robust monitoring and control capabilities using BMS controllers and client networks.

• Operational Support & Security Compliance: Develop a comprehensive operational support model and process to manage strict security compliance to BOS requirements, including end-to-end BOS and IoT Asset management.

• FDD Implementation: Design, develop, and implement a Fault Detection and Diagnostics (FDD) solution to enable energy usage efficiencies and predictive maintenance capabilities.

• Technical Subject Matter Expertise: Lead the BOS IoT team in providing technical guidance for scope and design evaluations, BOS compliance, and operational issue resolution across Network, BMS, and IoT systems. Support key Technical Services programs, including Labs facility planning, Sustainability Operations, Business Continuity, and Life Cycle Asset Management.

Client Relationship Management & Communication

• Trusted Advisor: Serve as the primary client point of contact, key trusted advisor, and partner for Technical Services.

• Program Status & Reporting: Maintain absolute and precise oversight of all programs, keeping on top of all milestones and proactively providing succinct, high-impact summaries of program health and status directly to the client.

• Project Tracking & Delivery: Establish a comprehensive process to track project status and enable the on-time delivery of all project deliverables.

• Client Satisfaction: Ensure exceptional client satisfaction by providing a seamless interface and demonstrating strong leadership, responsiveness, and creativity.

• Presentations & Influence: Develop and deliver compelling presentations that demonstrate value-add solutions through Technical Services, using strong technology and communication skills to convey complex concepts clearly.

Team Development

• Team Leadership: Manage, build, and develop a high-performing engineering team of 4 or more direct reports.

• Growth & Succession: Create and implement comprehensive staff succession, professional growth, and performance development plans.

• Resource Planning: Develop an effective team resource (RASCI) plan to ensure robust program coverage and balanced resource loading.

Qualifications

Required

• Education & Experience: Undergraduate degree in engineering, engineering technology, or a related field. Alternatively, a combination of technical certifications and 10+ years of experience (e.g., Navy Nuclear experience and certifications) is highly acceptable.

• Industry Experience: 10+ years of relevant experience in Network/Controls engineering and cyber-security requirements, and Facilities (MEP) engineering and operations management.

  • Advanced knowledge and experience in management and operation of Advanced Logic (ALC) controllers is required.

• Leadership: Demonstrated leadership ability in managing a team of subject matter experts in driving multi-regional large scale BOS IoT programs. Effective change management skills.

• Communication: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a proven ability to convey complex ideas in a concise, summarized, and professional manner.

• Tools: High proficiency with Corrigo CMMS, Google Tools, and executive-level presentation development.

Preferred

• Licensure: Professional Engineer (PE) license or equivalent.

• Specializations: Building Management Systems (BMS), and network-connected devices (IoT).

Position Details & Location

• Location: Chicago, NYC, Boston, Atlanta, Austin, LA, Seattle (hybrid role combining on-site presence and remote work, near a client location).

• Travel: Up to 25%

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

Estimated compensation for this position:

145,300.00 - 191,080.00 USD per year

This range is an estimate and actual compensation may differ. Final compensation packages are determined by various considerations including but not limited to candidate qualifications, location, market conditions, and internal considerations.

Location:

On-site -Atlanta, GA, Austin, TX, Boulder, CO, Cambridge, MA, Chicago, IL, Los Angeles, CA, New York, NY

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

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