Senior Chief Engineer - Critical Facility Operations

Jones Lang LaSalle, Inc.; Tennessee; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Medical, Dental & Vision

Paid parental leave

Paid Time Off

Daily Pay access

Job summary

Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL) in Nashville, TN seeks a hands-on Chief Engineer to oversee operation, maintenance, and performance of critical building systems across facilities. Lead a team of engineers, manage preventive maintenance, and ensure safety and reliability in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes HVAC expertise, leadership, and strong technical execution, with on-call availability and collaboration with facility management to meet budgeting and KPI goals.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in an engineering discipline or equivalent combination of technical training and work experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of facility maintenance experience with demonstrated leadership or supervisory responsibilities.
• Universal CFC Certification required.
• Strong technical expertise in HVAC systems maintenance and troubleshooting, with working knowledge of electrical and plumbing systems.
• Experience using CMMS platforms for work order management and preventative maintenance tracking; Corrigo experience is a plus.
• Ability to work independently, make sound operational decisions, and effectively manage multiple priorities.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with clients, vendors, and team members.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operation, maintenance, and repair of building systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical equipment.
• Develop and implement preventative maintenance schedules and ensure all work is tracked through the CMMS platform.
• Lead, mentor, and support a team of maintenance engineers and technicians to ensure high performance and professional development.
• Ensure compliance with safety procedures, site SOPs, and JLL operational standards across all facility operations.
• Coordinate and respond to building emergencies, including participation in an on-call rotation and emergency response activities.
• Manage vendor relationships, oversee service providers, and support the execution of facility projects and repairs.
• Collaborate with facility management teams to support budgeting, operational planning, KPI performance, and client satisfaction goals.

Skills

Leadership/supervision

HVAC systems maintenance

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Education

Associate degree in an engineering discipline or equivalent

Tools

CMMS platforms

Corrigo

Job description

Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL) in Nashville, TN seeks a hands-on Chief Engineer to oversee operation, maintenance, and performance of critical building systems across facilities. Lead a team of engineers, manage preventive maintenance, and ensure safety and reliability in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes HVAC expertise, leadership, and strong technical execution, with on-call availability and collaboration with facility management to meet budgeting and KPI goals.