Facilities Manager

Facility Manager - JLL

Our people at JLL 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: This position supports the Regional Manager in delivering first-class facilities management services by overseeing operational excellence, budget management, and team leadership across multiple properties within a client portfolio. The role requires developing and implementing cost-reduction programs, managing expense budgets, variance reporting, and annual management plans while ensuring compliance with all regulatory and operational standards. The ideal candidate brings 8+ years of facilities management experience, strong leadership and financial skills, technical expertise in HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems, and the ability to effectively manage both staff and vendor relationships across multiple locations.

What your day-to-day will look like:

• Support the Regional Manager in the implementation of all full-service components of first class facilities management, specifically addressing the client scope of work per the contract
• Develop and implement innovative programs, processes and procedures that reduce short and long term operating costs and increase productivity by working closely with the Regional Facility Manager, Engineers and the client.
• Oversee the appropriate monthly/quarterly/annual required activities and subsequent reporting
• Oversee the development and management of the expense budgets by interfacing closely with the client/agency representative and internal leadership
• Effectively lead, manage, support and assist in training site facility team.
• Support the Regional Facility Manager, Lead Engineer in the implementation of short and long-term projects for the client project based on participating addendum and contract.
• Develop monthly/quarterly variance reporting on all operating budgets for each property on a timely basis. Effectively manage the annual budget, baseline adjustments and finance components related to specific client portfolio.
• Assist with the development and implement the annual management plan and budget adjustments for the buildings within the client portfolio
• Must have excellent client service mindset. Ability to work effectively with customers and team with varied personalities and communication styles. Actively listen, comprehend, analyze, and interpret business documents and discussions.
• Identify the maintenance objectives of the facility and incorporate those objectives into a documented plan that includes preventive, corrective and reliability maintenance procedures.
• Perform assigned facility inspections, vendor work and due diligence efforts, reporting on, as found, conditions impacting satisfactory client occupancy and operations.
• Responsible for obtaining and maintaining Full compliance to the JLL Operational Compliance Program.
• Responsible for assisting Client with overview of capital projects on site.
• Participate as required in any other projects assigned.

Skills & Knowledge

• 3+ years of facilities experience with 2+ in a lead or supervisory capacity
• Strong Finance and budget skills
• Must be willing and able to support possible after hours building related activity as required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products, mostly Outlook, Word, TEAMS and Excel. Must have the ability to use a computer and smartphone and navigate multiple email accounts
• Excellent internal and external customer service skills
• Matrix manage both technical and administrative staff
• Oversee multiple facilities within vicinity of central campus – includes travel.
• Supervise vendor performance during normal and off hours including weekends when necessary

Preferred Qualifications:

• Computer proficiency in CMMS (Corrigo, a plus)
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience in Facilities Management with management/technical emphasis (HVAC, Plumbing, Electric)

Location: Nashville, TN (15% travel around TN)

This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

On-site –Nashville, TN

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!

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 through Daily Pay