Lead Engineer

JLL; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company matching

Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision

Paid parental leave

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Daily Pay early access to earned wages

Job summary

Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL) in Columbus, OH is seeking a Lead Engineer to oversee facility operations and engineering excellence. You will supervise engineering staff, manage building systems, safety protocols, and maintenance to support client objectives.

The role offers opportunities to lead technical teams, coordinate with contractors, and drive safety and reliability across complex systems, including BAS, fire/life safety, HVAC, and utilities.

Qualifications

• 7+ years' experience with commercial building operating systems and maintenance procedures.
• Minimum 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Experience with mechanical and hydraulic systems and safety procedures.
• Familiarity with CMMS and BAS systems.
• Experience managing contractors and client requirements.
• Ability to read drawings, blueprints and manuals.
• Certification as a Universal Technician for CFCs.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision of engineering staff and oversee preventative maintenance programs.
• Inspect equipment and ensure adherence to AES standards.
• Maintain and monitor building systems including fire/life safety, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, generators, and backup systems.
• Monitor BAS and respond to alarms; coordinate emergency repairs.
• Schedule and coordinate emergency activities with available personnel.
• Manage permits and inventory of tools and supplies; issue purchase orders.
• Support safety culture and on‑call duties as needed.

Skills

Building operations

Supervisory experience

Mechanical systems

Hydraulic systems

CMMS and BAS

Safety procedures

Education

Universal Technician CFCs

Trade school / union training / military service

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 people and empowering them to thrive, 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:

Join JLL as a Lead Engineer and play a critical role in overseeing facility operations and engineering excellence. In this position, you'll supervise engineering department staff while ensuring the optimal performance of building systems, safety protocols, and maintenance operations. You'll be instrumental in maintaining world‑class facilities that support our clients' business objectives while fostering a culture of safety and operational excellence. This role offers the opportunity to lead technical teams, manage complex building systems, and directly contribute to JLL's reputation as a leader in commercial real estate services.

What your day to day will look like:

• Provide joint supervision of engineering department staff and manage delegation of preventative maintenance programs, equipment installation, repair, and maintenance
• Perform comprehensive equipment inspections and ensure proper maintenance adherence to AES standards
• Maintain, monitor, and perform preventive maintenance on all building systems including fire/life safety, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, generators, and emergency backup systems. Analyze system performance, troubleshoot malfunctions, make necessary adjustments, and maintain operational records to ensure continuous facility operations
• Monitor building management systems (BAS) and respond immediately to all alarms, taking corrective action or initiating follow‑up procedures
• Schedule and coordinate emergency repair activities based on priority and available personnel capabilities
• Manage site operations and various permits including facility work permits, hot work permits, and roof access permits
• Ensure the availability of an adequate operating inventory of tools and supplies through preparing and submitting purchase‑order requests, developing sources for stock materials, and performing periodic checks for supplies
• Foster safety culture and adherence to company and industry standard practices
• Participate in rotating on‑call schedule for after‑hours emergency response

Required Qualifications:

• 7+ years' experience with commercial building operating systems and general building maintenance procedures, with a minimum of 2 years of supervisory experience
• Proven experience in mechanical systems, hydraulic systems, and safety procedures
• Knowledge of building CMMS and BAS systems
• Experience implementing quality assurance programs for engineering department work
• Experience managing contractors and ensuring client requirement adherence
• Ability to read and interpret work from drawings, written work orders, sketches, blueprints, and technical manuals
• Certification as a Universal Technician for CFCs
• Ability to work weekends or holidays as required by business needs

Preferred Qualifications:

• Background in establishing and maintaining safety‑sensitive culture in team environments
• Familiarity with commercial real estate facility management best practices
• Experience coordinating with multiple stakeholders including clients, contractors, and internal teams
• Trade school education, union training, or military service
• Experience in industrial maintenance or manufacturing environments

Work Shift: 1st Shift, 3rd Shift

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

Location:

On-site -Columbus, OH

Personalized benefits that support personal well‑being and growth:

• 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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