Leading Building Engineer

Lead Building Engineer – JLL What this job involves: Join JLL as a Lead Operating Engineer and play a critical role in overseeing facility operations and engineering excellence. In this position, you’ll supervise engineering department staff while ensuring the optimal performance of building systems, safety protocols, and maintenance operations. You’ll be instrumental in maintaining world‑class facilities that support our clients’ business objectives while fostering a culture of safety and operational excellence. This role offers the opportunity to lead technical teams, manage complex building systems, and directly contribute to JLL’s reputation as a leader in commercial real‑estate services. What your day‑to‑day will look like: Provide joint supervision of engineering department staff and manage delegation of preventative maintenance programs, equipment installation, repair and maintenance Perform comprehensive equipment inspections and ensure proper maintenance adherence to AES standards Maintain, monitor, and perform preventive maintenance on all building systems including fire/life safety, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, generators, and emergency backup systems. Analyze system performance, troubleshoot malfunctions, make necessary adjustments, and maintain operational records to ensure continuous facility operations. Monitor building management systems (BAS) and respond immediately to all alarms, taking corrective action or initiating follow‑up procedures Schedule and coordinate emergency repair activities based on priority and available personnel capabilities Manage site operations and various permits including facility work permits, hot work permits, and roof access permits Ensure the availability of an adequate operating inventory of tools and supplies. Specific duties include, but are not limited to: Preparing and submitting purchase‑order requests, developing sources for stock materials and performing periodic checks for supplies. Foster safety culture and adherence to company and industry standard practices Participate in rotating on‑call schedule for after‑hours emergency response Required Qualifications: 7+ years’ experience with commercial building operating systems and general building maintenance procedures, and a minimum of two (2) years of supervisory experience Proven experience in mechanical systems, hydraulic systems, and safety procedures Knowledge of building CMMS and BAS systems Experience implementing quality assurance programs for engineering department work Experience managing contractors and ensuring client requirement adherence Ability to read and interpret work from drawings, written work orders, sketches, blueprints, and technical manuals Certification as a Universal Technician for CFCs Preferred Qualifications: Background in establishing and maintaining safety‑sensitive culture in team environments Familiarity with commercial real‑estate facility management best practices Experience coordinating with multiple stakeholders including clients, contractors, and internal teams Trade school education, union training, or military service Experience in industrial maintenance or manufacturing environments Location: Onsite – Anaheim, CA; Brea, CA; Buena Park, CA; Carson, CA; Compton, CA; Costa Mesa, CA; Cypress, CA; El Segundo, CA; Gardena, CA; Hawthorne, CA; Irvine, CA; Long Beach, CA; Orange, CA; Riverside, CA; Rosemead, CA; Santa Ana, CA; Upland, CA; Westminster, CA Work Shift: 1st Shift Salary/Compensation: $100,000 – $120,000 annually Estimated compensation for this position: 100,000.00 – 120,000.00 USD per year. This range is an estimate and actual compensation may differ. Final compensation packages are determined by various considerations including but not limited to candidate qualifications, location, market conditions, and internal considerations. Personalized Benefits: 401(k) plan with matching company contributions Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care Paid parental leave at 100% of salary Paid Time Off and Company Holidays Equal Opportunity Employment: Jones Lang LaSalle ("JLL"), together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading global provider of real estate and investment management services. JLL takes its responsibility to protect the personal information provided to us seriously. We endeavour to keep your personal information secure and delete it safely and securely when it is no longer needed for legitimate business or legal reasons. For more information about how JLL processes your personal data, please view our Candidate Privacy Statement. JLL is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process—including the online application and/or overall selection process—please email us at accomodationrequest@am.jll.com. The email is only to request an accommodation. Please direct any other general recruiting inquiries to our Contact Us page. Pursuant to the Arizona Civil Rights Act, criminal convictions are not an absolute bar to employment. Pursuant to Illinois Law, applicants are not obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of conviction or arrest. Pursuant to Columbia, SC ordinance, this position is subject to a background check for any convictions directly related to its duties and responsibilities. Only job‑related convictions will be considered and will not automatically disqualify the candidate. 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