Critical Environment Chief Engineer

Responsibilities

• Supervising and scheduling the engineering team, managing accurate time records, tracking overtime within budget parameters, and ensuring proper training in energy management and emergency procedures
• Conducting monthly inspections of data center facilities and equipment, preparing work orders for repairs, requisitioning replacement equipment, and reporting deficiencies with action plans to senior leadership
• Maintaining efficient energy management practices through documented daily sequences of operations, collaborating with contractors and design engineers on automated systems integration and energy conservation programs
• Overseeing and performing system tests, recording equipment readings, settings, status changes, and operating occurrences in logbooks, and making recommendations for operational improvements
• Managing procurement processes including competitive bidding for MEP service contracts, obtaining three competitive bids per client guidelines, coordinating vendor quality meetings, and maintaining adequate operating inventory of tools and supplies
• Cooking tenant construction and capital improvement projects by reviewing blueprints, specifications, and project instructions, while enforcing contractor rules regarding noise, conduct, and property use
• Developing and implementing fire protection programs, safety procedures, and emergency response protocols in cooperation with police, fire, and civil defense authorities

Requirements

• Frequent walking, climbing, bending, kneeling, lifting, stooping, and working/extending overhead
• Lifting a minimum of 50 lbs regularly
• Climbing stairs and navigating rooftops to access equipment
• Using ladders up to 30 ft and working from heights
• Ability to climb a ladder with a 300-lb weight limit
• Must be able to work different schedules
• Must be able to work holidays
• Must be able to respond to site emergencies
• Must be able to be on the on-call rotation

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Five to seven years of JLL engineering experience or equivalent industry experience in data center environments
• Three to five years of supervisory experience or experience as a Lead Engineer
• Thorough knowledge of data center HVAC, electrical, plumbing, automation, and life safety/fire protection systems
• Thorough understanding of all data center related codes and standards
• Demonstrated leadership ability, presentation capabilities, and organizational skills with the capability to professionally interact with tenants and contractors

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous military experience including Army Prime Power, Navy ET/Nuke, or Air Force HVAC/Power Pro Electrician
• Corrigo experience for work order and maintenance management
• ServiceNow experience for ticketing and workflow management
• Moderate knowledge of manual trades such as carpentry and electromechanical repair
• Working knowledge or capability to develop proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Access, and other recommended software packages