Lead Facilities Engineer

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way.

Our people at JLL 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.

Lead Facilities Engineer – JLL

What this job involves:

The Lead Facilities Engineer is responsible for overseeing the operation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of building systems and infrastructure at JLL. This role provides technical leadership to the facilities team, ensures system reliability, and supports safe, efficient, and compliant facility operations. As a key point of coordination between maintenance, operations, contractors, and leadership, you will play a critical role in delivering exceptional facility performance that supports JLL's business objectives and enhances client satisfaction.

What your day-to-day will look like:

• Lead day-to-day facilities engineering and maintenance activities across building systems including Facilities, HVAC, refrigeration, and utilities

• Provide technical guidance and oversight to maintenance technicians and contractors

• Support troubleshooting and root cause analysis of equipment and system failures

• Plan and coordinate facility shutdowns, outages, and system upgrades

• Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements

• Oversee vendor relationships, contracts, and service performance

• Assist in capital planning, budgeting, and execution of facility improvement projects

Required Qualifications:

• 5–10+ years of experience in facilities engineering, maintenance, or building operations

• Strong working knowledge of HVAC systems, electrical distribution, and building infrastructure

• Experience with CMMS and building automation systems

• Demonstrated leadership or supervisory experience

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

• Excellent communication and organizational skills

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, climb ladders, and work in mechanical spaces

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in industrial, manufacturing, or large commercial facilities

• Knowledge of energy management and reliability-centered maintenance practices

• Experience developing and maintaining SOPs, maintenance procedures, and documentation

• Background supporting energy efficiency and sustainability initiatives

• Proven ability to coordinate with cross-functional teams to minimize operational disruptions

This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Location:

If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet all the requirements. We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:

JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health. Some of these benefits may include:

• 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

• Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay

At JLL, we harness the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to efficiently accelerate meaningful connections between candidates and opportunities. Using AI capabilities, we analyze your application for relevant skills, experiences, and qualifications to generate valuable insights about how your unique profile aligns with the specific requirements of the role you're pursuing.

JLL Privacy Notice

Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL), together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading global provider of real estate and investment management services. We take our responsibility to protect the personal information provided to us seriously. Generally the personal information we collect from you are for the purposes of processing in connection with JLL’s recruitment process. We endeavour to keep your personal information secure with appropriate level of security and keep for as long as we need it for legitimate business or legal reasons. We will then delete it safely and securely.

For more information about how JLL processes your personal data, please view our Candidate Privacy Statement.

For additional details please see our career site pages for each country.

For candidates in the United States, please see a full copy of our Equal Employment Opportunity policy here.

Jones Lang LaSalle (“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 – you may email us at HRSCLeaves@jll.com. This email is only to request an accommodation. Please direct any other general recruiting inquiries to our Contact Us page > I want to work for JLL.

Accepting applications on an ongoing basis until candidate identified.