Hard Services Manager

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated; South San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated is seeking a Hard Services Manager in South San Francisco, CA. The role combines strategic and tactical duties to support the Sr. Facility Manager in operating properties to JLL standards.

You will lead maintenance for electrical, mechanical, life safety, and building systems, driving reliability, uptime, and cost savings while maintaining client relationships and adherence to safety protocols.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Engineering or related field.
• 6+ years of building engineering experience, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems.
• Experience with CMMS and BMS controls.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage efficient operations and maintenance of facility systems (electrical, mechanical, structural, life safety).
• Provide strategic direction for maintenance team and ensure safety procedures are followed.
• Understand engineering design and ensure systems are maintained reliably and efficiently.
• Inspect buildings for preventative repairs and foster proactive maintenance culture.
• Oversee lifecycle management of Life Safety, Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, HVAC, and Building systems.
• Evaluate preventive maintenance scheduling with Reliability Engineer to optimize CMMS.

Skills

HVAC systems knowledge

Excellent communication

Project budgeting

Education

BA/BS in Engineering or related field

Tools

CMMS

BMS/Controls

Job description

Hard Services Manager - JLL

What this job involves:

The Hard Services Manager will be both a strategic and tactical position to assist the Sr. Facility Manager in the management and operation of the properties as directed by the clients and in accordance with the standards and procedures of JLL. Our goal is to provide our clients with the highest level of client service available.

What your day-to-day will look like:

• Primary responsibility is to manage the efficient operations and maintenance of all facility electrical, mechanical, structural, and life safety equipment and systems.


• Provide strategic direction for maintenance team. Ensure all JLL and client safety procedures are followed.


• Understands the engineering design and operational aspects of building systems and equipment and ensure building systems are maintained to an industry reliably and efficient state.


• Foster a culture of proactive behavior by inspecting buildings and all related infrastructure for preventative repairs


• Manage operations, maintenance and capital improvements of all Life Safety, Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, HVAC, and Building systems.


• Evaluate in conjunction with Reliability Engineer and System Owners the existing preventive maintenance scheduling intervals and work to maintain, update and improve the operational efficiency of the CMMS system.


• Identify cost savings opportunities within the maintenance program while maintaining 100% uptime.


• Develop and maintain positive client relationship through due diligence and concise communications.


• Develop strong partnership with client through trust, actions and results


• Assist in preparing and executing annual property budgets.


• Assist in reviewing and approving all payables through P.O. system and MRO stockroom operations.


• Assist in negotiating service contracts under the direction of the Facility Manager.


• Ensure all managed sites are operating according to state and local building codes as well as site specific SOP and guidelines.


• Monitor and review WO metrics and preventive maintenance programs.


• Review and action all outstanding SLA gaps and drive innovation and process to maximize resources and results


• Interface with facility manager on construction activities such as tenant renovation and capital projects

Required Qualifications:

• BA/BS in Engineering, related discipline or equivalent facilities experience and training.


• 6+ years of technical experience in all aspects of building engineering with a strong background in technical aspects of HVAC, plumbing, electrical equipment, repair and maintenance and overall system design and application.


• Extensive building systems knowledge, preferably with CMMS, BMS and controls


• Client service-oriented attitude


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills


• Strong organizational and prioritization skills


• Advanced computer and office software skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with GMP, FDA regulations, ISO standards, and other compliance frameworks governing life sciences operations

Location:

South San Francisco, CAThis position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Estimated compensation for this position:

110,000.00 – 135,000.00 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.