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Interior Horticulture Manager

JLL, Seattle, Washington, us, 98127

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JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way. 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 have deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you are 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: As the Horticultural Systems Engineer at JLL on our dedicated Amazon account, you will manage all interior horticultural aspects of Amazon's Puget Sound-based Corporate Headquarters while reporting to the Community Landscape Manager. You will be responsible for engineering, operating, and optimizing interior planted spaces including living walls and related proprietary technology across sites in Seattle, Bellevue, and Redmond. This role ensures reliable operation of environmental controls, irrigation and automation while supporting sustainability initiatives and collaborating with third‑party vendors and horticulture staff to achieve optimal plant growth and site performance. You will play a vital role in JLL's commitment to delivering transformative real estate solutions by bringing Amazon to the forefront of biodiversity, nature‑based design, and community benefit while maintaining high‑quality interior landscape environments that enhance workplace experiences.

What your day-to-day will look like:

Manage all interior landscape features including living walls and planted beds from installation to maintenance across Amazon's Puget Sound campus buildings

Monitor, maintain, and operate horticulture systems and equipment, including irrigation, lighting, and environmental controls

Conduct routine rounds and inspections to ensure plant health, assess system performance and identify issues

Respond to alarms, incidents, and maintenance requests promptly while ensuring quality control

Perform preventative maintenance on critical equipment such as pumps, valves, sensors, and PLCs

Analyze data from environmental monitoring systems to ensure optimal growing conditions

Coordinate with plant maintenance staff and manage vendors to align engineering support with plant care needs

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Agricultural, Mechanical, Environmental, or related Engineering field

3+ years of experience in facilities engineering, building systems, or horticultural site operations

Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with experience in irrigation systems, environmental controls, and automation

Experience with PLCs and Building Management Systems (BMS)

Background in effectively collaborating and communicating with large groups or teams in corporate environments

Ability to read and interpret as‑built diagrams to optimize plant installation designs

Vendor management and quality control implementation experience

Preferred Qualifications:

Professional Engineer (PE) certification or Pesticide Applicators License

Proficiency in technical tools such as CAD software and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS)

Experience with water chemistry as it relates to hydroponic systems

Knowledge of modular planted systems and living wall technologies

Project management experience, including vendor and contractor oversight

Demonstrated interest in sustainability, horticulture, or urban agriculture

Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work independently

Location: On‑site – Seattle, WA

Estimated compensation for this position: 108,500.00 – 157,300.00 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.

Personalized benefits that support personal well‑being and growth:

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 for hourly employees through Daily Pay

JLL is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.

For candidates in the United States, please see a full copy of our Equal Employment Opportunity policy here.

Accepting applications on an ongoing basis until candidate identified.

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