Regional Engineering Manager

Jobtailor; New Jersey; On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor seeks a seasoned Facilities Engineering leader to oversee MEP&F maintenance across multiple sites in the region. You will champion safety protocols, regulatory compliance, and training while guiding engineering teams and vendors on system performance and capital improvements.

You will manage preventive and corrective maintenance for HVAC/VRF, boilers, chillers, electrical and plumbing infrastructure, and fire protection.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in facilities engineering focused on MEP&F maintenance and troubleshooting
• HVAC/VRF, chillers, boilers, cooling towers, pumps, electrical and plumbing systems expertise
• Diagnose and resolve complex mechanical/electrical failures requiring analysis and judgment
• Experience managing multi-site facilities or regional engineering operations
• Strong CMMS/work order management proficiency
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications
• Able to multitask, prioritize, and work autonomously in fast-paced settings
• Willingness to travel regularly across regional coverage area

Responsibilities

• Lead regional facility operations with oversight of MEP&F maintenance across multiple sites
• Establish safe work protocols and ensure regulatory compliance and training
• Oversee preventive and corrective maintenance for critical building systems
• Manage third-party vendors and contractors
• Develop SOPs and EOPs for MEP&F systems
• Interface with clients, leadership, and consultants on technical matters
• Lead projects on system upgrades, energy optimization, and efficiency
• Allocate technical resources and ensure timely maintenance work orders
• Plan scheduled shutdowns for major MEP&F equipment
• Analyze CMMS data to drive reliability and energy efficiency

Skills

MEP&F maintenance

Multi-site/regional operations

CMMS knowledge

Project leadership

Energy optimization

Tools

CMMS software

MS Office

Energy management software

Job description

Responsibilities

• Lead regional facility operations with direct oversight of MEP&F system maintenance and reliability across multiple sites
• Champion a safety-first culture by establishing safe work protocols for MEP&F maintenance activities, ensuring regulatory compliance with local jurisdictions, and maintaining current certifications and training across all engineering personnel
• Oversee preventive and corrective maintenance programs for critical building systems including HVAC/VRF systems, chillers, boilers, cooling towers, generators, UPS systems, electrical distribution, plumbing infrastructure, and fire protection systems
• Manage third-party service providers, contractors, and vendors providing MEP&F maintenance services
• Develop and implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Emergency Operating Procedures (EOPs) specific to MEP&F systems
• Interface with clients, JLL leadership, engineering teams, suppliers, consultants, and specialized MEP&F vendors on technical matters, system performance, and capital improvement initiatives
• Lead engineering projects focused on system upgrades, energy optimization, and operational improvements
• Ensure appropriate allocation of technical resources and verify timely completion of maintenance work orders
• Plan and execute scheduled maintenance shutdowns for major MEP&F equipment at each facility
• Leverage CMMS data and system performance metrics to identify trends, develop insights, and drive continuous improvement in equipment reliability, energy consumption, and operational efficiency

Requirements

• 10+ years of progressive experience in facilities engineering with demonstrated expertise in MEP&F system maintenance and troubleshooting
• Technical proficiency with HVAC/VRF systems, mechanical systems (chillers, boilers, cooling towers, pumps), electrical systems (generators, UPS, distribution equipment), and plumbing/fire protection infrastructure
• Proven ability to diagnose and resolve complex mechanical and electrical system failures requiring analytical assessment and technical judgment
• Experience managing multi-site facilities or regional engineering operations
• Strong knowledge of CMMS/work order management platforms for maintenance tracking and asset management
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
• Demonstrated ability to multitask, prioritize competing demands, and work autonomously in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to maintain composure and professionalism during emergency situations and equipment failures
• Flexibility to work after hours, weekends, and holidays for emergency response and planned shutdowns
• Ability to travel regularly throughout VT, NH, RI, ME, MA, CT, and NY State (regional coverage area)