Chief Engineer, Central Utility Plant

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.    Shift Schedule: 3rd Shift (Night) - overnight hours What this job involves:   As the Chief Engineer, Central Utility Plant (CUP) for a premier hospital client account, you will lead the critical utility generation and distribution infrastructure that serves as the heartbeat of the clinical campus. This role has ultimate oversight of the central plant, including high-pressure steam boilers, large centrifugal chillers, cooling towers, cogeneration systems, and emergency power generation. Your   expertise   ensures the uninterrupted delivery of thermal and electrical utilities essential for patient care and life-safety operations.    What your day-to-day will look like:   Direct the safe and efficient 24/7 operation, maintenance, and water chemistry of high-pressure steam boilers, centrifugal chillers, cooling towers, and auxiliary CUP equipment.   Lead and develop a high-performing team of plant operators and stationary engineers, ensuring we support each other's wellbeing and champion inclusivity and belonging across teams.   We believe the most effective teams are built when everyone is empowered to thrive, so you will actively mentor staff,   provide   clear technical guidance, and encourage professional development.   Monitor plant efficiency, fuel consumption, and utility distribution,   optimizing   plant operations to reduce carbon footprints and lower operating costs.   Ensure strict compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations governing boilers, pressure vessels, emissions, fuel storage, and water discharge.   Manage the plant's predictive and preventative maintenance   programs   utilizing   computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) to maximize plant reliability and minimize downtime.   Coordinate closely with hospital leadership and clinical operations to plan and execute critical utility distribution shutdowns and major equipment changeovers with zero impact on clinical operations.   Respond   immediately   to plant emergencies, troubleshooting equipment   failures   and   implementing recovery   protocols to   maintain   uninterrupted utility services to the hospital.   Oversee plant operational budgets, manage utility vendor contracts, and supervise external contractors working on major plant capital improvement projects.

Minimum of 8 years of experience   operating   and maintaining large central utility plants, with at least 5 years of leadership or supervisory experience in a hospital, healthcare, or high-reliability industrial setting.   A valid First-Class Stationary Engineer license or equivalent state/local high-pressure boiler and refrigeration operator certifications.   Extensive technical knowledge of high-pressure steam systems, chilled water loops, industrial water treatment, cogeneration (CHP) systems, and computerized Building Automation Systems (BAS).   Demonstrated understanding of regulatory requirements governing plant operations, including ASME, EPA, OSHA, NFPA, and Joint Commission standards.   Proven ability to manage complex mechanical and thermal calculations to   optimize   plant thermodynamics and efficiency.   Exceptional problem-solving skills and the ability to lead technical teams through emergency diagnostic and recovery situations under high-pressure conditions.

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