Director of FM and Critical Facilities

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated is seeking a National IFM Operations Director based in Dallas, Texas. This mission-critical role is responsible for overseeing facility operations across 25,000 sites in North America, focusing on high operational standards and strategic client relationships. The ideal candidate will have 10-15 years of experience in critical facilities management, expertise in design and standards compliance, and strong leadership skills to ensure exceptional service quality across multiple regions. You will drive strategic initiatives, manage teams, and foster client satisfaction while maintaining operational excellence.

Qualifications

• 10-15 years experience in critical facilities management.
• Proven ability in managing complex projects from design to operational handover.
• Strong understanding of data center and telecom standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage facility operations across a large portfolio.
• Drive operational excellence and ensure compliance with standards.
• Collaborate with teams for risk mitigation and service quality.

Skills

Critical Facilities Management

Leadership

Project Management

Operational Strategy

Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Master's Degree or MBA preferred

Tools

CMMS (Corrigo)

AutoCAD

Job description

**What This Job Involves**The National IFM Operations Director is a mission-critical leadership role responsible for facility operations, client relationship management, and strategic oversight of critical infrastructure environments. This position demands a seasoned professional with extensive experience in designing, constructing, and managing critical facilities who can drive operational excellence, innovation, and establish industry-leading best practices while maintaining the highest standards of performance and reliability.This leader ensures the account's success in meeting SLAs, KPIs, and mitigating financial, safety, and operational risk. The National Lead, in collaboration with the performance management and regional teams, will manage a standardized delivery model across multiple regions to ensure consistent service quality and efficiency.**Responsible for All Aspects of Facilities Management Within the Portfolio:*** Deliver Critical Facilities management, integrated facility management (IFM), engineering operations & financials across 100M sq. ft. and 25,000 sites in North America* Scope of work includes partnering with Regional Directors on executing client-driven initiatives, providing 24/7 support for network sites, work order management including reactive and preventive maintenance work within client-approved budgets, and managing 3rd party vendor delivery of IFM services* Leverage deep expertise in critical environment design and construction to continuously review, assess, and enhance current design standards, ensuring alignment with evolving industry best practices, emerging technologies, and client operational requirements* Apply proven experience from 10-15 years of hands-on involvement in designing and constructing critical facilities to inform operational strategies, capital planning, and infrastructure upgrades* Drive HSSE/EHS (Environmental, Health and Safety) compliance with regulatory laws, codes, and regulations* Support engineering leadership to participate in Engineering programs including the JLL Client Assurance Program (JCAP)* Establish team vision and strategy to ensure alignment with account and client objectives and interests* Anticipate client needs and deliver to outperform on key performance indicators* Ensure client satisfaction by providing a seamless interface to clients; demonstrate leadership, responsiveness, and creativity* Create and manage a One JLL culture of high-performing teams which not only deliver operational excellence but keep employees engaged and thriving* In conjunction with the Work Dynamics leadership team, understand the firm's strategy and goals and translate those into business opportunities* Build successful relationships across the account, including regional stakeholders and the Performance Management Team, to ensure business requirements are understood and to promote confidence, forward planning, and best practices – be a trusted advisor* Collaborate with account-wide team and proactively share and reapply all learnings, successes, and best practices* Collaborate and partner with the performance management team for ongoing operational support and risk mitigation* Development and management of cost savings strategy with diligent tracking and reporting of initiatives* Identify savings opportunities requiring creative solutions to meet client needs* Bring on-account leading practices and/or innovations developed in the firm* Identify needs and prepare strategic vision to develop and lead programs that create value for the client and ensure programs meet or exceed expectations* Follow-through by providing management and leadership direction for the design, development, and implementation of programs* Hire, attract and retain a team of top talent employees; improve team performance through regular coaching and feedback**Desired Experience and Technical Skills** **Required:*** A minimum of 10-15 years of progressive experience in designing, constructing, and managing critical facilities environments, including data centers, telecom network operations centers (NOCs), central offices, edge computing facilities, or mission-critical infrastructure* Demonstrated expertise in critical environment design standards including ANSI/TIA-942 (Data Center Standards), Uptime Institute Tier Classifications, ASHRAE thermal guidelines, BICSI standards, and NFPA codes relevant to critical facilities* Proven ability to review, critique, and enhance complex current design standards for critical infrastructure, including electrical distribution systems, HVAC/mechanical systems, fire suppression, security systems, and building management systems (BMS)* Hands-on experience managing the full lifecycle of critical facility projects from conceptual design through construction, commissioning, and operational handover* Deep experience in Critical Facilities management, design and construction, and commercial IFM with a focus on high-availability environments* Experience in the telecommunications industry, including understanding of network infrastructure, carrier hotels, cell site facilities, and distributed antenna systems (DAS)* Proficient knowledge of Critical Facilities Management, Facilities Engineering, Program & Initiatives Management, and mission-critical operations* Proficient in using Corrigo or a similar CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) for delivering IFM services* Knowledge of power density planning, N+1/2N redundancy configurations, uninterruptible power supply (UPS) systems, emergency power systems (generators), and energy efficiency optimization for critical loads* Demonstrated leadership/management skills and the ability to influence and negotiate at all organizational levels* Ability to communicate complex technical and operational ideas in a concise and summarized manner to both technical and non-technical audiences* Ability to recognize and diagnose trends and patterns; strong problem-solving ability* Experience in implementing quality assurance and continuous improvement programs (Six Sigma, Lean, ITIL)* Strong analytical skills – both financial and planning* Public speaking acumen and the ability to engage large groups* Ability to develop and maintain trust with internal and client stakeholders* Previous experience leading large teams in a fast-paced, agile environment* Detail-oriented, organized, flexible, and a desire to tackle new challenges* Ability to move people to action, including self, with a sense of urgency* Advanced computer skills (MS Office, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook)* Working knowledge of Building Information Modeling (BIM), AutoCAD, or similar design/documentation platforms* Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Business Administration, Construction Management, Property Management, Operations Management, or related field; Master's degree or MBA preferred* Minimum 15 years of experience in critical environments and facilities management, property management, operations or related field* Minimum 5 years of experience managing diverse, management-level teams* Proven track record managing complex, cross-functional transformations* Experience with telecommunications carrier networks, 5G infrastructure, fiber optic systems, and wireless technology deployment* Understanding of cybersecurity considerations for critical facility infrastructure and building automation systems* Track record of successfully navigating regulatory environments including local building codes, OSHA requirements, and telecommunications-specific regulations* Experience managing vendor relationships with original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), engineering firms, and construction contractors* Demonstrated success in capital project planning, budgeting, and execution for critical infrastructure modernization programsAt JLL, we give you the opportunity, knowledge and tools to own your success,