Operating Engineer

JLL; Round Rock (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL) in Round Rock, TX is seeking an Operating Engineer to manage facilities projects with a strong focus on HVAC, electrical, and building automation systems. The role involves coordinating meetings, maintaining documentation, and supporting business development activities.

The candidate will oversee budgets, schedules, and vendor relations while ensuring compliance and data accuracy across project lifecycles.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of project management experience in facilities/real estate.
• Technical understanding of HVAC, electrical, mechanical, and building automation systems.
• Ability to prepare, track, and manage project budgets.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills with multi-project oversight.
• Familiarity with architectural drawings and technical site requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage facilities projects from initiation through completion, including scope, scheduling, budget tracking, and coordination of contractors and subcontractors.
• Proactively identify and resolve project-related issues while maintaining accurate documentation and producing monthly status reports.
• Coordinate and conduct weekly project meetings, transcribe minutes, manage punch lists, and ensure project data is updated in real time.
• Provide technical expertise on HVAC, electrical, mechanical, and building automation systems to guide service delivery teams and client decision-making.
• Interact and negotiate with vendors and contractors, track RFPs, and ensure compliance with engineering documentation and change management controls.
• Analyze utility data and benchmark building performance to identify and implement energy and water conservation measures.
• Support business development efforts by preparing proposals, identifying new opportunities, and maintaining executive-level client relationships.

Skills

Project management

HVAC

Building automation

Budget tracking

Organization

Microsoft Office

Project management software

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Project management platforms

Job description

Overview

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way. Our people shape the future of real estate by combining world-class services, advisory, and technology. Join our team as an Operating Engineer to help shape a brighter way forward.

Responsibilities

• Manage facilities projects from initiation through completion, including scope development, scheduling, budget tracking, and coordination of contractors and subcontractors.
• Proactively identify and resolve project-related issues while maintaining accurate documentation and producing monthly status reports.
• Coordinate and conduct weekly project meetings, transcribe minutes, manage punch lists, and ensure project data is updated in real time.
• Provide technical expertise on HVAC, electrical, mechanical, and building automation systems to guide service delivery teams and client decision-making.
• Interact and negotiate with vendors and contractors, track RFPs, and ensure compliance with engineering documentation and change management controls.
• Analyze utility data and benchmark building performance to identify and implement energy and water conservation measures.
• Support business development efforts by preparing proposals, identifying new opportunities, and maintaining executive-level client relationships.

Required qualifications

• 3–5 years of practical experience in project management within facilities, construction management, or real estate environments.
• In-depth technical understanding of HVAC, electrical, mechanical, and building automation systems used in commercial facilities.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare, track, and manage project budgets.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and project management technology platforms.
• Familiarity with architectural drawings and technical site requirements.

Preferred qualifications

• Experience with energy management systems and sustainability measures in commercial buildings.
• Background in construction management or commercial real estate operations.
• Proven track record of initiating and executing process improvement initiatives.
• Experience supporting proposal preparation and contributing to business development activities.

Location and Schedule

Location: Round Rock, TX

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

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

Equal Employment Opportunity and accommodations

Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. JLL provides reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities during the employment process. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, you may email [e-mail]. This email is solely for accommodation requests.

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Accepting applications on an ongoing basis until a candidate is identified.