Chief, Data Center Critical Facilities

📍 Job Overview

• Job Title: Chief, Data Center Critical Facilities
• Company: JLL
• Location: SAN ANTONIO, TX
• Job Type: On-site
• Category: Facilities Management
• Date Posted: June 11, 2025
• Experience Level: 5-10 years

🚀 Role Summary

The Chief, Data Center Critical Facilities is responsible for leading and managing the engineering team to ensure the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of data center facilities. This role involves budgeting, compliance with safety regulations, and maintaining high tenant satisfaction. The ideal candidate will have a technical degree in HVAC or a related field, along with extensive engineering and supervisory experience.

💻 Primary Responsibilities

• 💸 Budgeting & Financial Control: Prepare and manage expense and capital budgets, track overtime, and report budget variances.
• 🛠️‍♂️ Equipment Maintenance & Inspection: Inspect and maintain building equipment, order repairs, and requisition equipment replacements.
• 🔒 Safety & Compliance: Ensure compliance with local codes and regulations, and implement safety procedures.
• 🏢 Tenant Relations: Coordinate with tenants regarding construction and capital improvements, and address tenant complaints.
• 💡 Energy Management: Implement energy management practices and identify energy conservation programs.
• 📊 Reporting & Documentation: Record equipment readings, status changes, and noteworthy operating occurrences in logbooks.
• 🛠️‍♂️ Team Leadership: Supervise and motivate the engineering team, and implement hazard control and safety practices.
• 📈 Performance Monitoring: Monitor the quality and pricing of maintenance work performed by outside contractors, and oversee the fulfillment of equipment warranty obligations.
• 🔧 Building Systems: Understand the engineering design and operational aspects of each building system, and devise technical enhancements to improve building operation.
• 👥 Supervisory Responsibilities: Interview, hire, train, and appraise employees, and address employee complaints and performance issues.

🎓 Skills & Qualifications

• Education: Two-year technical degree in HVAC or a related field.
• Experience: Seven to ten years of JLL engineering experience or equivalent industry experience, with three to five years of supervisory experience.
• Technical Proficiency: Thorough knowledge of building HVAC, electrical, plumbing, automation, and life safety/fire protection systems.
• Leadership & Communication: Demonstration of leadership ability, presentation capabilities, and organization skills.
• Language Skills: Ability to read, write, and speak effectively in English.

💰 Compensation & Benefits

• Salary Range: $97,000 - $142,000 per year, dependent upon candidates' skills and experience.
• Benefits: 401(k) plan with matching company contributions, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision care, paid parental leave, and paid time off.

🎯 Team & Company Context

• Company Culture: JLL is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive culture where employees feel welcomed, valued, and empowered to achieve their full potential.
• Development Opportunities: JLL offers personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth, including a 401(k) plan, comprehensive medical and dental care, and paid parental leave.

📌 Application Steps

To apply for this Chief, Data Center Critical Facilities position:

1. Submit your application through the application link.
2. Prepare a detailed resume highlighting your relevant experience and skills.
3. Research JLL's company culture and mission to tailor your application and interview responses.
4. Prepare for technical interviews by brushing up on your knowledge of data center critical facilities management and related technologies.

📝 Enhancement Note: This job description has been enhanced to provide a comprehensive overview of the Chief, Data Center Critical Facilities role at JLL, with a focus on the primary responsibilities, required skills, and benefits package. The description aims to help candidates better understand the role and prepare for the application process.