Job Title
Facility ManagerJob Description Summary
Facilities ManagerJob Description
Facilities Manager
Job Description Summary
The Facilities Manager provides leadership and oversight for facilities operations at a designated location, set of buildings, or campus. This role ensures the effective implementation of policies, procedures, and workplace services that result in a well-managed and well-maintained environment. Key responsibilities include responding to tenant needs, ensuring environmental health and safety, and aligning services with client goals. The Facilities Manager coordinates activities, financials, vendors, and staffing to meet current and future operational needs.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
Oversee daily operations of the facility or campus, including custodial, life-safety, engineering, site services, and general maintenance, in alignment with C&W policies and client directives.Weekly & quarterly travel required to sites in portfolio (9).Manage all contracts to ensure they are reviewed on a regular basis and are bid out as required; verify that invoices match contract pricing Supervise maintenance programs for both interior and exterior property conditions.Respond positively and promptly to requests from building tenants and occupants. Oversee the implementation of ongoing contract programs to constantly assess tenant and occupant needs and to ensure problems are being solved promptly to the mutual benefit of the tenant, client, and the properties in accordance with contract scope and Service Level Agreements (SLA’s)Ensure that all site-specific documentation and reports are completed accurately and on time, including:Property Information BookSite Operating ManualEmergency Procedures ManualIIPP ManualCompliance Logs (Local Code, ADA, OSHA)Safety Meeting LogElevator and Janitorial LogsPurchase Order LogVendor COIsAs-built DrawingsPaid Invoices FileGeneral and Contract FilesAnnual Property Conditions and Year-End Performance ReportPrepare, review, and give initial approval and as needed all budgets, financial reports (monthly and quarterly), contracts, expenditures and purchase orders related to the facility(ies) or complex.Coordinate the preparation and publication of the annual budget, quarterly reforecast, and business plans.Assist in the development of capital budgets for the property. This includes contributions towards a five-year plan of maintenance, facility improvement, and cost reduction initiatives.Collect, analyze and report statistical data as may be required to provide accurate and current assessment of facility management objectives.Hire, train, and evaluate facility personnel; foster positive staff relations.Ensure compliance with management contracts and insurance requirements.Key Competencies
Communication Proficiency (oral and written) Technical Proficiency Problem Solving and Analysis Leadership Teamwork Orientation Relationship Management Financial Management
Education Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Facilities Management, Corporate Real Estate, Project Management, or Business Administration (required)Experience Requirements
5–7 years of experience in commercial high-rise, campus, or property portfolio management (required)Preferred experience in:Leasing, construction, engineering, and all facets of property operation and building management preferredCritical system environmentsExperience in the development and implementation of programs to drive out cost inefficiencies preferredCMMS/Work Order Management systemsAdditional Qualifications
Certifications recommended: CFM (IFMA), BOMA, or other engineering/business/technical certificationsAbility to read construction specifications and blueprintsProficiency in contract language and management agreementsStrong computer skills, especially Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)Financial management expertise, including budgeting and forecastingFamiliarity with financial systems (Yardi preferred)Skilled in Building Management Systems (BMS) maintenance and monitoringWork Environment
Professional office setting with standard office equipmentMay require travel between properties in varying weather conditionsPhysical Demands
Regular communication and information exchangeOperation of computers and office equipmentMovement throughout the workplaceStationary positioning for 50–75% of the timeAbility to extend arms and hands in various directionsAAP/EEO Statement
C&W provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Further, the company takes affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed and employees during employment are treated without regard to any of these characteristics. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.
Other Duties
This job description outlines core responsibilities and may be modified based on regional needs. Additional duties may be assigned as necessary.
Cushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life, and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidate’s experience and qualifications.
The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role.
The compensation for the position is: $ 86,615.00 - $101,900.00Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman & Wakefield, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or email HRServices@cushwake.com. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.
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