On-Site Engineering Lead, Building Systems

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 74,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with matching company

Medical, Dental & Vision

Paid parental leave

Paid Time Off

Daily Pay

Job summary

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated (JLL) is seeking an Engineering Lead to guide day-to-day site engineering operations, supervise the on-site team, and uphold safety, reliability, and efficiency of building systems. This role blends hands-on technical expertise with people leadership and coordinated planning.

You will partner with the Facility Manager on maintenance planning, drive preventive and corrective activities, manage contractors, and ensure compliance with codes.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required.
• 10+ years building engineering/facilities maintenance experience.
• Experience leading or supervising engineering or maintenance staff.
• Strong hands-on knowledge of building systems and maintenance best practices.
• Experience coordinating contractors and managing maintenance work in an operational environment.
• Strong communication skills and a professional, service-oriented approach.
• Proficiency with CMMS platforms and Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Manage and support site engineering and maintenance staff, providing daily direction, work planning, coaching, and performance feedback.
• Oversee daily operation and maintenance of mechanical, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and life-safety systems, monitoring performance and identifying emerging risks.
• Coordinate preventative and corrective maintenance activities, determining appropriate maintenance frequencies to support system reliability.
• Oversee contractors performing work on building systems, ensuring safety, quality, and scope adherence while minimizing operational disruption.
• Enforce safe work practices, ensure compliance with applicable codes and regulations, and maintain accurate documentation and records.
• Support onboarding, training, and ongoing development of engineering team members, embracing more innovative ways of working and prioritizing opportunities to strengthen their careers.
• Partner with the Facility Manager on maintenance planning, prioritization, reliability-based practices, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team Management

Problem Solving

Education

HS diploma or GED

Associate's degree in engineering/technical

HVAC certification

Operating engineer license

Tools

CMMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated (JLL) is seeking an Engineering Lead to guide day-to-day site engineering operations, supervise the on-site team, and uphold safety, reliability, and efficiency of building systems. This role blends hands-on technical expertise with people leadership and coordinated planning.

You will partner with the Facility Manager on maintenance planning, drive preventive and corrective activities, manage contractors, and ensure compliance with codes.