Data Center Chief Engineer

Jones Lang LaSalle

Chicago, IL

JOB DETAILS
LOCATION
Chicago, IL
POSTED
30+ days ago
JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way. Our people at JLL and JLL Technologies are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. Whether you've got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you're looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward. Principal Duties and Responsibilities Assists in the preparation of expense and capital budgets in accordance with client(s)' cost justification guidelines. Administers expenses and capital projects to be within budget. Provides explanation of budget variances and operational status report to Assistant General Manager(s) by the first of each month. Assures accurate time records of Operating Engineers and submits to Accountant well in advance of payroll processing deadlines. Tracks and justifies overtime worked by Operating Engineers, assuring that costs are well within budget parameters. Inspects physical conditions of buildings and equipment at least monthly. Prepares work orders for repairs and requisitions for replacement of equipment, as necessary. Reports deficiencies and action plan to solve problems to General Manager. Recommends measures to reduce or eliminate fire, safety, and environmental hazards. Cooperates with police, fire and civil defense authorities about problems affecting the building(s). Orders and directs fire drills and emergency procedures. Devises fire protection programs and organizes and trains property team to carry out established procedures. Assists General Manager in coordination of tenant construction and capital improvements. Reviews project instructions and blueprints to ascertain test specifications, procedures, objectives, and test equipment, nature of technical problems and possible solutions such as redesign or substitution of material or parts. Cautions contractors regarding complaints about excessive noise, disorderly conduct or misuse of property. Maintains efficient use of energy in operating each building by using sound energy management practices in the documented daily sequence of operations. Trains members of the team in the fundamentals of energy management. Works closely with general contractors and design engineers to incorporate automated systems with construction plan and identifies low cost/no cost energy conservation program. Ensures that the engineering team follows the property accounting procedures including the accurate completion of purchase orders, receiving reports, and service acknowledgments and the use of three competitive bids for all projects exceeding client(s)' guidelines. Performs and oversees tests of building systems. Records test procedures and results, numerical and graphical data, and makes recommendations for changes in operations or test method. Assures proper recording of equipment readings, settings and status changes and noteworthy operating occurrences in appropriate logbooks. Recommends, justifies, develops and coordinates installation of projects which enhance the value of the client(s)' asset(s). Ensures the availability of adequate operating inventory of tools, equipment and supplies for the engineering team. This includes developing sources, evaluating suppliers, conducting quarterly vendor quality meetings as part of the Valued Vendor Program, performing periodic checks of inventories and creating purchase specifications and bid packages. Competitively bids and prepares all MEP service contracts to ensure high quality and cost- effective services. Assists the General Manager in developing/revising and coordinating implementation of emergency procedures manuals, contractor rules and regulations and tenant design criteria. Supervisory Responsibilities Directly supervise th operating engineers. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the policies enumerated with Jones Lang LaSalle and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees. Planning, assigning, and directing work. Appraising performance. Rewarding and disciplining employees. Addressing complaints and resolving problems. Minimum Requirements: Education & Experience Two-year technical degree in HVAC or related field. Record of stable and continuous employment. Seven to ten years of JLLS engineering experience or equivalent industry experience Three to five years supervisory experience or experience as an Assistant Chief Engineer. Must possess a thorough knowledge of building HVAC, electrical, plumbing, automation, and life safety/fire protection systems. Must have a thorough understanding of all building related... For full info follow application link. JLL Is an Equal Opportunity Employer JLL is committed to developing and maintaining a diverse workforce. JLL strongly believes in equal opportunity extended to all individuals in all aspects of the employment relationship, including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, discipline, layoff, recall and termination without regard to race, color, religion, belief, creed, age, sex, pregnancy or maternity (including childbirth and related conditions), family responsibility (e.g. child care, elder care), nationality, ethnic or national origin or ancestry, citizenship, marital status, civil partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, veteran's status, genetic information, trade union membership, social position, political view or status as a qualified individual with a disability, protected leave status or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable law. The company also endeavors to make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities unless the accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business and ensures that employment decisions are based only on valid job requirements.

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