Data Center Director

Jones Lang LaSalle Americas, Inc.

Data Center Director providing strategic oversight and operational management of data centers for JLL. Ensuring 100% uptime and operational efficiency across critical infrastructure in a large portfolio.

Posted 6/23/2026full-timeRiverwoods • Illinois, Ohio • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $130,000 - $160,000 per yearWebsite

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Hard Skills

facility engineeringmaintenance supervisiondata center engineeringoperating experiencestrategic planningKPI managementcontinuous improvementcost savings

Soft Skills

leadershipcommunicationnegotiationinterpersonal skillsrelationship building

Tools & Technologies

MS OfficeWordExcel

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in engineeringBachelor's degree in facilities

Industry Keywords

Class A officecritical infrastructureoperational continuitylife safety systemsmechanical systemselectrical systems

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provides operational, technical, and strategic oversight of critical infrastructure across an account portfolio of approximately 3.0 million square feet of Class A office and data center space
Focuses on maintaining 100% uptime of facility electrical, mechanical, life safety, and critical back-up systems while ensuring operational continuity is never compromised
Balances strategic planning with hands-on technical oversight, managing KPIs and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement and cost savings

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in engineering, facilities, or related discipline
10+ years of experience in facility/plant engineering and maintenance supervision
Data center engineering and design and/or operating experience
Demonstrated ability to lead teams in a decentralized environment with proven delivery capability
Strong communication and negotiation skills with excellent interpersonal and relationship building abilities
Computer proficiency with MS Office, Word, and Excel

Benefits

Comp & perks

401(k) plan with matching company contributions
Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care
Paid parental leave at 100% of salary
Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay