Chief Engineer
JLL - Raleigh, NC
Position Summary:
Chief Engineer
Position Description
Primary responsibility is to oversee the efficient operations and maintenance of all building systems. Additional responsibilities include the operational management and effective daily leadership and administration of the engineering team with the objectives of safely, efficiently, and effectively operating machinery and systems in a cost-effective manner. The Chief Engineer must ensure the highest level of professionalism, while meeting the clients’ needs. Responsible for protecting and improving the value of the client’s assets, ensuring that the building systems continue to perform to their intended function. Apprise the Operations Manager of any and all conditions affecting building services and tenant comfort.
Responsibilities
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Oversee the maintenance and continuous operation of all building systems including: fire/life safety, mechanical (HVAC, plumbing, controls) electrical (lighting,
UPS , PDU, generators, primary switch gear), cabling (data and voice, broad band), lighting and temperature controls systems, critical environments, light construction (painting, doors, locks), digital systems (fire alarm, duress, card access, radionics, CCTV), and Audio/Visual services. Utilize staff and contracting with outside vendors as necessary. - Supervise and manage engineers and maintenance staff including hiring, training and personal development
- Identify the maintenance objectives of the facility and incorporate those objectives into a documented plan that includes preventive, predictive and reactive maintenance procedures.
- Identify safety hazards within the building and incorporate the remediation of such hazards to ensure that the building’s staff and occupants work in a safe environment. Implement, administer, and manage safety training program.
- Ensure that compliance of all regulatory laws and guidelines are met as they relate to the operation of the building’s infrastructure. Responsible for alerting management of building discrepancies.
- Assist in the development of a Capital plan which would include planning for infra-structure upgrades, equipment replacements and building modifications to ensure the building’s future capabilities are maintained.
- Responsible for ensuring that major projects performed at the building are properly planned, executed and closed out in accordance with standard industry practices.
- Maintain all infrastructure and compliance documentation for the building including up-to-date building drawings and single-lines as well as documentation mandated for the purpose of maintaining regulatory compliance with Federal, State or Local law.
- Responsible for overseeing the activities of contractors working within the building either as representatives of the building itself or tenants operating within the buildings.
- Responsible for keeping records of buildings rounds and readings, all engineering logs and engineering data sheets.
- Responsible for advance training and notification to all contractors so that they are informed and knowledgeable with respects to the building’s critical functions and the work they are to perform, including an incident contact response list.
- Ensure that the CECC (Critical Environments Change Control) is a well-understood process among the building staff, engineers, occupants and contractors who perform work on the building’s critical infrastructure.
- Performs additional job duties as requested.
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs and use 26 foot ladder
Requirements
- High School diploma or GED equivalent, two years in mechanical trades, or equivalent. HVAC and electrical engineering training helpful.
- 10+ years of experience in facility/plant engineering and maintenance supervision. Managerial experience required.
- Critical Environments experience is a must
- Operating Engineers license (SMA) or equivalent
- Certification as a Universal Technician for CFC’s a plus
- Working knowledge of computer applications including Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- Demonstrated verbal/written communication skills
- Proven record of excellent internal and external customer service
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Posted: 30+ days ago
