Facilities Manager

Are you looking to Optimize your life? Start your exciting path to a rewarding career today! We are Optimum, a leader in the fast-paced world of connectivity, and we're seeking driven and enthusiastic professionals to join our team, empower lives, fuel businesses, and drive innovation. Connectivity is now longer a luxury, but a necessity. A career at Optimum means you'll be enabling progress and enhancing lives by providing reliable, high-speed connectivity solutions that keep the world connected. Our successes, now and in the future, are powered by our amazing product, a commitment to our people and culture, and the connections we make in our communities. If you are resourceful, collaborative, and passionate about delivering consistent excellence, Optimum is for you! Job Summary Responsible for the management of office facilities including project management. Responsible for physical plant maintenance, including building electric and mechanical systems, HVAC and plumbing. Manages procurement of service contracts. Interfaces with all operational departments on Facilities-related matters. Responsibilities Manages the Facilities function of assigned locations, monitors performance of overall department and individual staff to ensure that established Facilities goals and objectives are met. Responsible for tracking and reporting on operational and capital budget expenses and assisting in the creation of these budgets Prepares and ensures adherence to company and industry standards for all building systems. Verifies building code compliance against OSHA and local government regulations. Reviews and upgrades detailed specifications as needed. Assists the Director in coordinating and implementing various capital improvements and maintenance projects including HVAC and electrical system upgrades at the facility. Research and implements cost saving initiatives for materials, supplies, vendor services, and contractor work. Responsible for project feasibility to determine schedules costs and inter-department coordination. Meet with vendors to discuss contract work. In addition, may review vendor bids and proposals to either award the bid or provide a recommendation to senior management, depending on the size, value, and scope of the work. Maintains the facility’s fire alarm system and assists in the planning and implementation of emergency evacuation plans. Reviews and analyzes departmental reports including work-flows and scheduling. Reviews and tracks energy consumption. Research and implements energy saving programs. Provides technical guidance to Facilities Supervisor, where applicable, and maintenance mechanics. Coordinates space planning of various projects. Reinforces and communicates company business and customer satisfaction objectives and philosophy. Participates in special projects and performs other duties as required. Keeps abreast of new facilities management techniques and building improvements through industry specific magazine subscriptions and attendance at seminars. Manage janitorial and refuse removal operations. Prepares buildings for weather related storm events and coordinates cleanup of the events. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent knowledge required Six years’ experience in facilities operations, including two years in a supervisory capacity Strong knowledge of building facilities, construction, HVAC, OSHA, and other regulatory standards Strong project management skills, and the ability to plan, coordinate, and implement maintenance, repair, and construction projects Excellent oral, written, and organizational skills, including the ability to effectively communicate with vendors, contractors, and department personnel Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Project) Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license in good standing within the state of current residence. At Optimum, every action and interaction we take part in, is driven by our three Guiding Principles: Do What’s Right, Drive One Optimum, and Make It Happen. These aren’t just words, they help us build trust, create real community, and embrace new ways of thinking. Our employees are empowered to do the right thing for our customers and co-workers and to recognize and reward these behaviors when we see them. It’s all part of the bigger picture of “Be The Difference” where each employee knows they have the power to enact real change, share new ideas, and understand that learning never stops. If you have the drive to succeed and are ready to embark on a thrilling career, seize this opportunity today, and join our winning team. Together, we'll shape the future of connectivity. All job descriptions and required skills, qualifications and responsibilities for a particular position are subject to modification by the Company from time to time, in the Company’s discretion based on business necessity. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. The Company provides reasonable accommodations upon request in accordance with applicable requirements. Optimum collects personal information about its applicants for employment that may include personal identifiers, professional or employment related information, photos, education information and/or protected classifications under federal and state law. This information is collected for employment purposes, including identification, work authorization, FCRA-compliant background screening, human resource administration and compliance with federal, state, and local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr