Data Center - Talent Network

at Jones Lang LaSalle in Chicago, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Data Center - Talent Network

Join Our Data Center Talent Network - Powering the Digital Future
JLL is building a comprehensive talent network of data center and critical facilities professionals to support the explosive growth in digital infrastructure. We are looking for skilled engineers and managers to deliver world-class solutions for mission-critical environments.

About JLL's Data Center Practice
With specialized expertise and global reach, our Commissioning & Building team lead the industry in data center design, construction, commissioning, and operations. We support the complete data center lifecycle, ensuring these vital facilities operate at peak performance, efficiency, and reliability for clients ranging from hyperscale operators to enterprise colocation providers.

Current Open Positions
We are actively seeking experienced professionals for multiple roles within our data center practice:
Data Center Commissioning Engineers
Critical Facilities Project Managers
Technical Services Specialists
Senior Electrical Studies Engineers
Associate Project Managers - Critical Environments

What These Jobs Involve
You'll be at the forefront of data center innovation, working on cutting-edge facilities that enable the digital economy. This role combines deep technical expertise with project leadership, requiring you to manage complex systems where downtime is not an option.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

Data Center Systems Management:
Manage critical facility systems including HVAC, electrical power distribution, fire/life safety, security systems, UPS, and emergency generators
Execute commissioning processes according to ASHRAE, CSA, and LEED requirements specifically for data center environments
Conduct comprehensive testing of mission-critical infrastructure including power systems, cooling systems, and building automation
Perform electrical studies including load flow analysis, short-circuit analysis, protection coordination, and arc flash studies for data center electrical systems

Project Leadership & Commissioning:
Lead data center commissioning, testing protocols, and infrastructure validation processes from design through energization
Drive complex technical projects through design, pre-construction, construction, and post-construction phases
Develop comprehensive commissioning plans, specifications, and test scripts tailored to data center operations
Coordinate commissioning activities across multiple stakeholders including hyperscale clients, contractors, and utility providers

Technical Documentation & Analysis:
Utilize advanced software tools such as ETAP, SKM Power*Tools, PSCAD, PSSE, and facility management platforms (Corrigo, MCIM, Salesforce, ServiceNow)
Create detailed systems documentation including commissioning reports, standard operating procedures, and methods-of-procedures
Review design drawings, specifications, and submittals for data center infrastructure compliance
Develop and manage CAPEX and OPEX plans for critical data center infrastructure

Team Leadership & Client Management:
Lead and develop teams of engineers, technicians, and specialized contractors in data center environments
Maintain client relationships and coordinate with internal stakeholders on high-visibility projects
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members
Support business development initiatives and contribute to proposals for data center projects

Field Operations & Quality Assurance:
Perform extensive field-based activities including site visits, witnessing start-up tests, and directing functional performance tests
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JLL Is an Equal Opportunity Employer JLL is committed to developing and maintaining a diverse workforce.  JLL strongly believes in equal opportunity extended to all individuals in all aspects of the employment relationship, including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, discipline, layoff, recall and termination without regard to race, color, religion, belief, creed, age, sex, pregnancy or maternity (including childbirth and related conditions), family responsibility (e.g. child care, elder care), nationality, ethnic or national origin or ancestry, citizenship, marital status, civil partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, veteran’s status, genetic information, trade union membership, social position, political view or status as a qualified individual with a disability, protected leave status or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable law.  The company also endeavors to make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities unless the accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business and ensures that employment decisions are based only on valid job requirements.