Chief Engineer
JLL - Racine, WI
Position Summary:
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Provide daily leadership and administration of the engineering team with the objectives of safely
- Effectively operating all machinery and systems and quickly and professionally responding to the needs of the client and the Property Manager
- Oversee the efficient operations and maintenance of all building systems
- Monitor operation of electrical and mechanical equipment supporting the facility and facility’s critical operations
- Apprise the client of any and all conditions affecting building services and occupant comfort
- Check malfunctioning equipment and ascertain corrective action required
- Schedule equipment to be taken off line so that preventative maintenance can be performed
- Demonstrate the proper use and care of tools and instruments, giving hands on instruction in basic maintenance, safety and troubleshooting procedures
- Participate in facilities remodeling, new construction, and other planning activities by Corporate Real Estate or other departments
- Coordinate construction, including contractor management and review
- Perform preventive maintenance tasks when required
- Direct the performance of contracted maintenance work as needed including
- Plan and manage the budget allowing for appropriate control and utilization of client’s resources
- Recommend and estimate facility repairs and improvements for inclusion in the annual budget
- Develop a complete personal knowledge of all building machinery, equipment, and systems
- Fully implement all standard operating systems and practices
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- High school diploma
- Minimum 10 years of experience in Facility/Plant Engineering and maintenance supervision
- Minimum 2 years of experience in mechanical trades or equivalent HVAC, electrical engineering training
- Experience with uninterruptible power systems, emergency power systems, energy management systems, HVAC, fluid handling/pumping, fluid filtering, mechanical systems, and electrical systems engineering and operation
- Demonstrated expertise in central plant operations, including chillers, cooling towers, pumps, air handlers, water treatment and related ancillary equipment.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Blue print reading
- Pneumatic controls, DDC controls, Fire Life Safety, Suppression, & Ansul Systems
- Understanding of the engineering design and operational aspects of the Base Building and Critical Support Systems and Components
- Ability to analyze the operation of the various systems, determine the cause of any problem / malfunctions and corrective action
- Thorough knowledge of building automation systems
- Ability to immediately recognize system shortcomings and respond to operational and emergency situations
- Thorough knowledge of electrical distribution systems
- Thorough knowledge and understanding of standby emergency systems including diesel generators, paralleling switchgear, UPS systems, surge suppression equipment, EPO systems and power distribution units
- Ability to assist in the development of both expense and capital budgets.
- Familiarity with critical infrastructure change management processes
- Excellent communication skills (both written and oral) to ensure that all communications with the General Manager, vendors, team members, and the client are of the highest quality and reflect positively on Jones Lang LaSalle
- Computer proficiency in MS Office, E-Mail etc.
Start a lasting career with JLL today!
Total Rewards reflects JLL’s investment in employees’ needs and preferences in Career, Recognition, Well-being, Benefits and Pay. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package. To be considered, please visit our Web site at www.us.am.joneslanglasalle.com/UnitedStates/EN-US/Pages/Careers.aspx to apply online. All resumes MUST BE submitted via our web site. Please reference Job 55710BR
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Posted: 30+ days ago
