On-Site Chief Engineer - Facilities & Energy Leader

JLL; El Monte (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 151,000; 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

JLL is seeking a Chief Engineer to lead all building operations and ensure peak performance for facilities in El Monte, CA. You will oversee HVAC, electrical, plumbing, life-safety systems and mentor a team of engineers, driving preventive maintenance and energy efficiency initiatives.

With 7+ years in facilities engineering, you will manage budgets, capital projects, and vendor relationships while ensuring safety and compliance. On-call availability is expected.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive experience in facilities engineering and operations management.
• Strong knowledge of building automation systems, HVAC, electrical, and mechanical systems.
• Excellent project management and budget administration skills with proven track record.
• Strong leadership abilities with experience managing engineering and maintenance teams.
• Proficiency with CMMS software and Microsoft Office applications.
• Available for emergency on-call situations as needed.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the operation, maintenance, and repair of all building mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and life safety systems.
• Lead and mentor a team of facilities engineers and maintenance technicians while managing vendor and contractor relationships.
• Develop and implement comprehensive preventive maintenance programs to maximize equipment life and minimize downtime.
• Monitor building automation systems and energy management platforms to optimize performance and identify improvement opportunities.
• Manage departmental budgets including operating expenses and capital project planning.
• Respond to emergency situations and coordinate immediate repairs while ensuring minimal disruption to building operations.
• Conduct regular facility inspections and ensure compliance with all building codes, regulations, and safety standards.

Skills

Facilities engineering

Leadership

Budget administration

Project management

CMMS software

Emergency on-call

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or Facilities Management

Tools

CMMS

Job description

JLL is seeking a Chief Engineer to lead all building operations and ensure peak performance for facilities in El Monte, CA. You will oversee HVAC, electrical, plumbing, life-safety systems and mentor a team of engineers, driving preventive maintenance and energy efficiency initiatives.

With 7+ years in facilities engineering, you will manage budgets, capital projects, and vendor relationships while ensuring safety and compliance. On-call availability is expected.