Critical Environments Chief Engineer

Join to apply for the Critical Environments Chief Engineer role at JLL Develop your engineering leadership career at JLL Location: Durham, NC 27703 Work Schedule: On‑site Monday‑Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM with on‑call rotating schedule for after‑hour emergencies Reporting To: Senior Chief Engineer What this job involves The Chief Engineer is a subject matter expert in one or more critical environment electrical/mechanical systems, infrastructure, and operational practices and must ensure the highest level of professionalism, while meeting the client’s needs, and a commitment to achieving the goal of 100% uptime. Responsible for protecting and improving the value of the client’s assets and ensuring that building engineering systems reliably perform their intended function. Work requires strong formal conduct of operations skills, technical expertise, personal accountability, and flawless execution of work activities commensurate with a high‑risk critical environment and associated expectations for exceptional customer satisfaction and confidence. What your day‑to‑day will look like Supervise and manage multiple engineers and maintenance staff including priorities, shift staffing, hiring, training, personnel development, and performance reviews. Ensures that staff are properly trained and qualified for their assigned facilities and associated work in a critical environment. Lead and support the engineering staff to create a high performing team. Support building operations through a highly integrated facilities management and engineering team to ensure high infrastructure availability and client satisfaction. Ensure that communication with the engineering and facilities management staff is effective and thorough. Maintain and support a Critical Environment Management program reflecting client requirements and industry best practices. Responsible for the overall operation, maintenance, and modification of all building systems including mechanical (HVAC, computer room air conditioners, chillers, plumbing), electrical (UPS, DC battery systems, PDU, generators, transfer switches, switchgear), cabling (data and voice broadband), fire detection and suppression, life safety, lighting, temperature control systems, building management systems, and digital systems (fire alarm, duress, card access, CCTV). Also has strong skills and experience in raised floor critical operating environments. Develops, reviews, and approves construction and maintenance work plans for assigned facilities and systems. Identify the maintenance objectives of the facility and incorporate those objectives into a documented plan that includes preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance procedures. Must be able to immediately recognize system shortcomings, respond to operational and emergency situations, and provide technical guidance and direction during real‑time problem management. Also, you must be able to act in a consulting capacity on projects and new designs. Provide training and support aimed at expanding the capabilities of operations and maintenance staff, including demonstrating the proper use and care of tools, giving hands‑on instruction in basic maintenance, safety, and troubleshooting procedures, recommending relevant outside engineering courses for enrollment, and instilling an overall level of professionalism in manner and appearance. Identify safety hazards within the building and incorporate remediation of such hazards to ensure the building’s staff and occupants work in a safe environment. Implement, administer, and manage the safety training program. Ensure compliance of all regulatory laws and guidelines as they relate to the operation of the building’s infrastructure. Responsible for alerting management of building discrepancies. Develop routine annual maintenance plans and capital plans including planning for infrastructure upgrades, equipment replacements, and building modifications to ensure the building’s future capabilities are maintained. Inspect facilities on an ongoing basis to determine effectiveness of operations and maintenance programs, personnel, and equipment. Responsible for providing technical input and support to facility projects and modifications, including construction support, commissioning, and final acceptance, as applicable. Ensure all infrastructure and compliance documentation for the building is maintained and up to date, including updated building drawings and single‑lines as well as documentation mandated for maintaining regulatory compliance. Responsible for overseeing the activities of contractors working within the building, including implementation of advance training and notification to all contractors so they are informed and knowledgeable about the building’s critical functions and the work they are to perform. Responsible for keeping records of buildings, rounds, and readings, all engineering logs and engineering data sheets. Create a working environment that supports the O&M Continuous Performance Improvement Process, soliciting new ideas to reduce risk and cost. Team with engineering counterparts in other regions to share new ideas, methods, and processes that support the client’s goals and financial objectives, and provide the highest standard of professionalism, accountability, and reliability in support of operational and business objectives. Participate in local professional trade organizations and training programs to stay current with technological trends of the industry. Perform other duties as required to meet clients’ objectives and act in other capacities when required. Physical Work Requirements & Conditions Lifting up to 80 lbs. Working from heights. Frequently climbing, bending, lifting, kneeling, stooping, and working/extending overhead. Working in adverse conditions (extreme cold, extreme hot). Driving for long periods. Climbing a ladder with a 300 lb. weight limit while carrying a tool bag weighing approximately 20 lbs. Climbing a ladder up to 30 feet. Must be able to work different schedules. Must be able to work holidays & weekends. Must be able to respond to after‑hours site emergencies. While performing duties, the employee is regularly required to walk long distances to cover property portfolio. Required Skills And Experience High School diploma or GED equivalent. Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license. Must successfully pass background, drug/alcohol, and MVR screening process before beginning employment. Ten (10)+ years of relevant work experience as an MEP Commercial/Industrial Operating Engineer. Three (3)+ years of hands‑on work experience operating and maintaining critical data center infrastructure, equipment, and systems (UPS, emergency generators, switchgears, & chiller plants). Three (3)+ years of relevant people management experience; especially as an Assistant Chief/Lead Operating Engineer or similar role managing a team of 5+ maintenance/engineering personnel. Completion of EPA 608/Universal certification. Experience using Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) &/or Building Management System (BMS). Strong Customer Service & Interpersonal skills. Experience using Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, Teams). Strong Troubleshooting, diagnostic, and problem‑solving skills. Comprehensive knowledge of maintenance processes. Preferred Experience And Skills Trade school education, union training, military service or college education is desirable. Previous military background a plus (Army Prime Power, Navy ET/Nuke, Air Force HVAC/Power Pro/ Electrician or related trade schooling). Operating Engineers license (SMA) or equivalent is desirable. Metasys® Building Automation System exposure preferred. Please submit your application with an updated resume, location, and contact information. If you're a current JLL employee, please apply using the Internal Career Site. Seniority level Mid‑Senior level Employment type Full‑time Job function Information Technology Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at JLL by 2x Get notified about new Environmental Engineer jobs in Durham, NC. #J-18808-Ljbffr