Jones Lang LaSalle, Inc.

Lead Operating Engineer

Posted on: 10 Feb 2021

St Louis, MO

Job Description

Mission Critical Lead Facilities Operator



About JLL



Were JLLa leading professional services and investment management firm specializing in real estate. We shape the future of real estate for a better world by using the most advanced technology to create rewarding opportunities, amazing spaces and sustainable real estate solutions for our clients, our people and our communities. As a Fortune 500 company, we help real estate owners, occupiers and investors achieve their business ambitions. We have operations in over 80 countries and a global workforce of over 92,000 individuals. We believe a diverse and inclusive culture is one where everyone succeeds. Thats why were committed to creating an environment where we all feel welcomed, valued and empowered to achieve our full potential.



Confidence can sometimes hold us back from applying for a job. But well let you in on a secret: theres no such thing as a perfect candidate. JLL is a place where everyone can grow no matter how they identify or what background they bring with them. If youre a leader of any level or experience and this job description resonates with you, lets talk.





What this job involves:

* Responsible for the operational management, effective daily leadership and administration of the Operator with the objectives of safely, efficiently and effectively operating infrastructure and systems in a cost-effective manner. This would include managing the scheduling of facilities operators to provide the required coverage at each shift at each location.

* The Mission Critical Lead Facilities Operator must ensure the highest level of professionalism, while meeting the clients needs, and a commitment to achieving the goal of 100% Uptime reliability of Mission Critical Facilities.

* This position is expected have the skills required providing direction to Mission Critical Facilities Operators and/or to self-perform preventative maintenance, repair and maintenance of building infrastructure systems. Responsible for protecting and improving the value of the clients assets and ensuring that building infrastructure systems continue to perform their intended function.

* Supervise and manage facilities operators and maintenance staff including training and personal development.

* Directly manage all vendor personnel or teams performing site infrastructure technical support that is not self-performed by the facilities operators (Annual OEM preventive maintenance, corrective maintenance, system upgrades, system replacements etc.).



Sound like you? To apply you need to have:

* Required: High School diploma or GED equivalent or technical training/degree.

* Desired: Certified Mission Critical Operator (CMCO).

* Desired: 7+ years related work experience, including supervisory experience as a Lead Facilities Operator or Assistant Lead Facilities Operator in a dedicated data center/mission critical environment and significant experience in managing a technically oriented team.

* Required: Operating Engineer or other applicable licenses and Universal CFCs license.

* Ability to understand and interpret design and construction documents relating to critical sites, spaces and systems. Work with design professionals to update drawings as required.

* Ability to clearly and quickly present complex technical information to clients.

* Proficient in basic computer applications and software such as Microsoft Office and email.

* A solid grasp of mathematics, the principles of physics and chemistry as they related to facilities management and mission critical operations.

* Demonstrated verbal/written communication skills.

* Ability to provide direction to Mission Critical Facilities Operators and/or to self-perform the repair, maintenance, and service required for continuous operation of all building infrastructure.

* Electrical (Uninterruptible Power Supply, Automatic Transfer Switch, Static Transfer Switch and Power Distribution Unit), generators, generator controls, fuel systems, switch gear, transfer gear and paralleling gear, lighting, energy conservation.

* Mechanical (Boilers, Chillers, Pumps, Cooling Towers, Water treatment, Air Handling Units, Computer Room Air Conditioning, Computer Room Air Handlers, plumbing)

* Fire / Life safety, suppression systems (dry & wet pipe), Gaseous, Early Warning Fire Detection, Very Early Warning Fire Detection (VESDA).

* Environmental controls systems- BMS, DDC, CMMS, Pneumatics.

* Construction (painting, doors, locks, wall and ceiling)

* Digital systems (fire alarm, building security, card access, CCTV)

* Subject matter expert and technical knowledge and understanding of mission critical systems, including HVAC, Standby emergency power, uninterruptable power supplies, computer room air conditioning, and associated infrastructure.

* Strong understanding of Mission Critical system operations, maintenance, engineering and design principles, practices, and procedures.

* Ability to think strategically and successfully articulate and sell an effective vision for best-in-class performance of mission critical facilities.

* Ability to solve technical problems and deal with a variety of options in varying situations. Requires advanced analytical and quantitative skills.

* Ability to make effective presentations on general topics to an internal department, large group of employees, clients, and/or management.

* Experience in working on energized equipment (hot work).

* Ability to maintain calm under duress during service emergencies.

* On call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 52 weeks a year.



What you can expect from us

We succeed togetheracross the desk and around the globe and believe the best inspire the best, so we invest in supporting each other, learning together and celebrating our success.



Our Total Rewards program reflects our commitment to helping you achieve your career ambitions, recognizing your contributions, investing in your well-being and providing competitive benefits and pay.



We cant wait to see where your ambitions take you at JLL.



Apply today!



Apply quoting reference REQ130714 at jll.com/careers.





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Jones Lang LaSalle, Inc.

Chicago, IL

A member of the Fortune 500, JLL (Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated) is a leading, global professional services and investment management firm specializing in real estate. Our expert teams provide integrated services to clients seeking increased value by owning, occupying, developing or investing in real estate. JLL is characterized by its growth orientation, operational excellence, financial strength, premium brand, collaborative culture and high ethical standards.

We’re a world leader in real estate services, powered by an entrepreneurial spirit. We want the most ambitious clients to work with us, and the most ambitious people to work for us. It’s as simple as that.

We buy, build, occupy and invest in a variety of assets including industrial, commercial, retail, residential and hotel real estate. From tech startups to global firms, our clients span industries including banking, energy, healthcare, law, life sciences, manufacturing and technology. 

At JLL we embrace the human side of business, which makes us better at delivering the business side of business. Achieving ambitions is about unlocking the potential within every individual, every client, and every company. Achieving ambitions is at the center of everything we do.

  • Industry
    Real Estate Services
  • No. of Employees
    88,000
  • Jobs Posted
    2635