Electrical Technical Director, Data Center

Company Overview

Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL) is a global professional services and investment management firm specializing in real estate. Operating in 70 countries, JLL delivers innovative property solutions and manages a portfolio of 3.0 billion sq ft for clients worldwide.

Job Summary

We seek an experienced Electrical Lead Engineer (PM) to lead design, planning, and management of Electrical systems for infrastructure fit-out projects, focusing on newbuild data centers across APAC. This regional role requires collaboration with clients, consultants, and contractors to ensure successful project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Review and align Electrical, Plumbing, and Fire Protection drawings using Google Workspace, BIM360, and 3Dx platforms to ensure technical accuracy, coordination, and compliance with Google Standards, Guidelines, OPRs, and Narratives
• Lead design meetings to provide actionable input that optimizes design and reduces unnecessary work, offering clear direction to partners on resolving technical challenges
• Report project issues, progress, and blockers promptly to the Technical Program Manager and Technical Lead, supporting effective project delivery
• Provide technical support for off-site manufactured system designs and identify opportunities to improve design for manufacture
• Collaborate with internal and external teams to maintain technical, safety, schedule, cost, and quality standards throughout project phases
• Coordinate with approved vendors and contractors to ensure design and equipment alignment with Google requirements, facilitating consensus on scope and design acceptance
• Perform technical analysis, calculations, and design studies for Electrical, Plumbing, and Fire Protection systems to support new projects
• Conduct QA/QC peer reviews of design documents using standard checklists and tools on Google Workspace, BIM360, and 3Dx platforms
• Assist in developing comprehensive scope-of-work and contract deliverables for newly identified project scopes
• Escalate design issues impacting multiple disciplines and ensure clear communication and timely alignment among all stakeholders
• Analyze designs in Revit and Solidworks via BIM360 and 3Dx platforms to identify optimization opportunities
• Ensure timely review and resolution of deliverable issues to maintain project momentum
• Maintain scope documentation and log changes or issues, preparing studies and presentations on design, cost, and schedule impacts
• Update and maintain owner standard documentation, including specifications and programming documents, reflecting design improvements
• Support thermal, hydraulic, CFD, and acoustic analyses for internal and external teams
• Verify designs comply with regulations and standards specified in Guidelines, OPRs, Narratives, and Specifications for European projects
• Manage project documentation administration, including revision control, deliverable tracking, and final uploads to the AODocs cloud database system

Required competencies and certifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Building Services, or related field
• Minimum 15 years’ experience designing and managing Electrical systems for newbuild or infrastructure fit-out projects
• In-depth knowledge of Electrical engineering principles, codes, standards, and practices for infrastructure fit-out projects
• Proficiency in Electrical design software and tools such as AutoCAD, Revit, BIM360, Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC), and HVAC simulation software
• Strong understanding of HVAC systems including cooling towers, chillers, air handling units, and control systems
• Experience with plumbing and piping design including water distribution, fire protection, and plumbing fixtures
• Familiarity with energy-efficient design principles and sustainability practices for Electrical systems

Preferred competencies and qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) or Chartered Engineer (CEng) license preferred
• Excellent project management skills to prioritize tasks, manage timelines, and deliver projects on schedule
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and client stakeholders