Hyperscale Data Center Mechanical Program Manager

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 115,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with matching company

Medical, Dental & Vision Care

Paid parental leave

Paid Time Off

Daily Pay

Job summary

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated in Chicago is seeking a Mechanical Program Manager to oversee the operation, maintenance, and upgrades of mechanical systems in a hyperscale data center. Candidates should have experience with chillers, AHUs, VFDs, VAVs, and fire life safety systems, plus CMMS and MS Office proficiency.

The role requires 3–5 years in a mission-critical environment, strong leadership and project management skills, and willingness to be on-call 24/7.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in mechanical systems operation and maintenance in data center or mission-critical environment.
• Subject matter expertise in chillers, rooftop units, air handling units, VFDs, VAVs, fire life safety systems.
• Strong knowledge of CMMS and Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, SharePoint, and Teams.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Strong project management skills with ability to manage multiple projects.
• Must be willing to be on-call 24/7 to respond to emergencies and critical system failures.
• This position does not provide visa sponsorship and candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Implement strategies for the efficient operation and maintenance of mechanical systems in a hyperscale data center environment.
• Comply with client safety standards.
• Adhere to, and execute client runbook.
• Burn down Break Fix work orders.
• Vendor management.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices for mechanical systems.
• Responsible for day-to-day operation, maintenance, and repair of mechanical systems.
• Execute preventative maintenance programs to minimize downtime and maximize equipment life.
• Manage projects related to mechanical systems upgrades, replacements, and new installations.
• Coordinate with electrical and control systems teams to ensure system integration and optimize data center performance.
• Monitor and analyze mechanical system performance data to identify improvements and implement corrective actions.
• Assist in developing and managing budgets for mechanical system operations, maintenance, upgrades, and replacements.
• Communicate effectively with management and stakeholders on performance, project status, and budget.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Project management

On-call readiness

Fast-paced environment

Tools

CMMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated in Chicago is seeking a Mechanical Program Manager to oversee the operation, maintenance, and upgrades of mechanical systems in a hyperscale data center. Candidates should have experience with chillers, AHUs, VFDs, VAVs, and fire life safety systems, plus CMMS and MS Office proficiency.

The role requires 3–5 years in a mission-critical environment, strong leadership and project management skills, and willingness to be on-call 24/7.