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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Chief Engineer, Data Centers - **Company:** Jones Lang Lasalle Incorporated - **Location:** Columbus, GA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Applicant Tracking Systems, Computerized Maintenance Management Systems, Communications Protocols, Data Centers, Modbus, Computer Networking Systems, Bacnet, Gsuite - **Published:** August 6, 2026 - **Apply:** https://jll.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/jllcareers/job/Columbus-GA/Chief-Engineer--Data-Centers_REQ527112-1 ## About the Role Desired experience and technical skills - Required: * 4+ years of technical experience in building engineering with a strong background in HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and production equipment repair and maintenance * Experience working in Data Centers/Raised Floor Environment * Strong customer service and interpersonal skills * Universal EPA 608 Certification * Licenses as required by authority having jurisdiction * Working knowledge of computer applications including Word and Excel as well as Google Suite applications. * 2 years of trades school or documented apprenticeship in relevant craft skills * Valid drivers license Preferred: * Expertise in one specific craft area (Electrical, HVAC, Piping/Plumbing, Central Utility Plant Operations, Material Handling Equipment) * Familiarity with building automation systems and fire/life safety systems This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. ## Description This position is responsible for managing a team of data center engineers at a large hyperscale data center campus. The role focuses on ensuring safe and efficient operations, maintaining site equipment and maintaining 100% uptime. The right person will demonstrate expertise in one specific area while being multi-skilled in others to successfully complete daily work assignments. Your day-to-day tasks will include: People Management * Ensure your team is completing training as assigned. * Manage day-to-day HR issues, escalating as necessary. * Performance manage direct reports through the JLL Quality Conversations process. * Maintain a schedule of Sync meetings with direct reports. * At a minimum, discussing areas for the employee to improve on and areas where the employee is meeting/exceeding expectations. * Write and deliver both the annual performance review and rating. * Participate in performance rating calibration process. * Participate in the hiring process. * Ensure site has appropriate shift coverage to maintain all critical environment spaces. Safety * Complete hazard assessments as necessary * Comply with all safety procedures, maintaining good housekeeping and safety work areas. Recognize danger and safety hazards and propose methods to eliminate them. * Maintain compliance with all local AHJ ordinance, codes, and laws. * Complete all required safety training as scheduled. Operations * Oversee and implement the MOP creation process. * Operate and maintain the critical equipment to ensure the campus achieves 100% uptime, while maintaining concurrently maintainable status. * Coordinate with planner scheduler to complete all preventative and corrective maintenance. * Utilize manufacturer operations manuals (O&Ms) to help create and implement training curricula for the stie operations teams to include: * Electrical distribution equipment such as: Emergency Generators, HV/MV/LV switchgears, Uninterruptible Power Systems (UPS), Battery Energy Storage Uninterruptible Power Supplies (BESSUPS), Power Distribution Units (PDUs), Automatic Transfer Switches (ATS), or any other needed systems. * Mechanical plant equipment such as: Air Cooled Chiller plant, Fan Walls, Computer Room Air Conditioning/Handler (CRAC/CRAH), Cooling Distribution Unit (CDU), Direct Expansion Units (DX), Make-up Air Units (MUA), Dedicated Outside Air Supply (DOAS), Exhaust fans, etc. * Controls and Network systems: BMS and EPMS systems, internal networks, and system telemetry flows, BACNet and ModBus communications protocols. * Perform assigned facility inspections and due diligence efforts, reporting on as found conditions impacting satisfactory client occupancy and operations. Incident Management * Be the first point of contact for service impacting events involving the mechanical plant. * Assist the team in troubleshooting and mitigating incidents. * Assist in the creation of root cause analysis (RCAs). * Participate in RCA presentations to the customer management team. * Be available for after-hours support regarding the mechanical plant. * This includes 24x7 response. Administrative * Utilize Corrigo (CMMS) for all work performed. * Ensure prompt and accurate work order updates. * Escalate any customer impacting incident's in accordance with contract SLAs. * Attend any work or safety meetings as required. * Any and all other duties as assigned by your manager. 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