Director of Engineering

Director of Engineering JLL

Our people at JLL and JLL Technologies 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.

What This Job Involves :

We are seeking an experienced and highly strategic professional to lead engineering and construction activities across our national real estate investment and development portfolio. This role is instrumental in bridging investment strategy with technical execution supporting the full asset lifecycle from underwriting through development, active management, and disposition. You will bring deep expertise in construction, design coordination, project execution, environmental risk mitigation, and sustainability while collaborating across departments and with external partners to ensure projects are executed efficiently, safely, and to the highest standards of quality. This position plays a critical consulting role across the organization, providing technical expertise to support acquisition, development, management, and disposition decisions.

What Your Day-to-Day Will Look Like :

• Advise on underwriting and due diligence of prospective development projects, analyzing design, constructability, scheduling, and cost implications
• Oversee planning and execution of large capital projects, ensuring delivery on time, on budget, and within quality expectations
• Coordinate engineering and environmental due diligence for property acquisitions and dispositions
• Consult with legal counsel and state agencies on environmental and engineering issues affecting properties
• Support asset managers with technical expertise, capital improvement plans, and expenditure forecasting
• Evaluate construction and operational risks, supporting insurance renewals and developing mitigation strategies
• Champion sustainability initiatives that improve efficiency, reduce resource usage, and enhance GRESB reporting outcomes

Required Qualifications :

Preferred Qualifications :

Location :

Onsite Los Angeles, CA

Estimated compensation for this position : 150,000.00 250,000.00 USD per year

This range is an estimate and actual compensation may differ. Final compensation packages are determined by various considerations including but not limited to candidate qualifications, location, market conditions, and internal considerations.

Location : On-site Los Angeles, CA

Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth :

If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet all the requirements. We're interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!