Senior Facility Manager

Senior Facility Manager – ISS Facility Services Lead Operations. Drive Excellence. Create Exceptional Workplace Experiences. At ISS, we are looking for a dynamic and customer‑focused senior leader passionate about operational excellence, team leadership, and delivering world‑class facility services. The Senior Facility Manager will shape service delivery strategy, drive operational transformation, and ensure consistent, high‑quality execution across a broad geographic footprint, while serving as a trusted advisor to senior client stakeholders. What You’ll Do Lead a large‑scale, geographically dispersed portfolio of facilities across multiple regions and service lines, delivering best‑in‑class facility services for a high‑profile client. Execute with a high‑touch, hospitality‑driven mindset, taking full ownership of end‑to‑end business operations and ensuring an exceptional client experience across multiple locations. Operational Leadership Provide strategic and operational oversight across a regional, multi‑site portfolio, ensuring alignment to client objectives, contractual commitments, and ISS standards. Drive a standardized yet flexible service delivery model that supports diverse facility types and operational needs. Lead operational planning, workforce strategy, and resource optimization to achieve financial, operational, and service excellence outcomes. Identify and implement scalable process improvements, automation opportunities, and innovative service solutions. Own P&L performance, including budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and margin optimization. Manage facility resources, equipment, vendors, and service providers to ensure operational excellence. Ensure exceptional service delivery through in‑person and remote oversight aligned with a safety‑first culture. Client & Stakeholder Management Serve as a senior point of contact and strategic partner for client executives and key stakeholders. Influence and guide long‑term facility strategy, aligning services with business growth and operational goals. Translate client business priorities into operational strategies that enhance performance and experience. Lead and facilitate executive business reviews (QBRs) presenting performance insights, risks, and recommendations. Strengthen client retention and growth through proactive engagement, value creation, and continuous service enhancement. Identify opportunities to expand scope, improve outcomes, and increase overall account value. Build strong relationships with clients and key stakeholders, serving as a senior escalation point and trusted advisor. Increase customer loyalty through proactive communication and service excellence. Project & Program Management Own and manage full P&L responsibility across the assigned regional facilities, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost optimization. Drive financial performance while maintaining a strong focus on service quality and client satisfaction. Identify opportunities to shift operations from cost‑center to value‑driven solutions. Implement and deliver ISS global and local standards, best practices, and innovative solutions. Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to drive successful project outcomes. Team Leadership & Continuous Improvement Lead a layered organization of site leaders and functional managers, ensuring alignment, accountability, and performance. Build and sustain a high‑performance culture focused on service excellence, collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement. Share best practices and leverage innovation opportunities across the account. Support team development through coaching, development, and succession planning. Compliance & Risk Management Ensure compliance with all Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE), risk management, and quality standards across the assigned regional facilities. Ensure strict adherence to contractual, regulatory, and organizational compliance standards. Partner with HR and Legal on employee relations, labor considerations, and compliance matters. Maintain audit readiness and ensure adherence to contractual, regulatory, and company policies. What You Bring Required Qualifications 8–12+ years of Facilities Management experience, including 5+ years in senior leadership roles overseeing complex or multi‑site operations. Demonstrated experience with P&L ownership, financial planning, and cost optimization. Experience leading operations across multiple sites within a defined regional geography, overseeing both on‑site and remote teams. Proven success in client relationship management at an executive level. Strong experience leading large teams and developing leadership pipelines. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and operational systems/tools. Exceptional strategic thinking, decision‑making, and problem‑solving skills. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree required; Master’s Degree (MBA or related field) preferred. Experience in highly regulated environments (e.g., Pharma Manufacturing, Healthcare, Life Sciences). Background in transition management, account startups, or service transformations. Experience working within unionized environments or complex labor structures. Professional certifications (e.g., IFMA, FMP, CFM, PMP) are a plus. Key Success Factors Lead with a strategic, enterprise mindset. Deliver measurable financial and operational performance improvements. Build trusted executive‑level partnerships. Drive innovation and transformation across service delivery models. Develop future leaders and high‑performing teams. Ensure compliance, risk mitigation, and operational excellence. Why Join ISS? At ISS, we connect people and places to make the world work better. We offer an inclusive culture where innovation, collaboration, and professional growth are encouraged. You'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working alongside talented professionals committed to delivering exceptional workplace experiences. People Make Places Start building your future with ISS today. HSEQ Compliance All employees must adhere to Health, Safety, Environment, and Quality (HSEQ) policies and procedures to ensure a safe and compliant work environment. This includes following safety protocols, maintaining environmental responsibility, and upholding quality standards in all tasks. Employees are expected to actively participate in HSEQ training and report any potential hazards or compliance concerns. Benefits ISS offers full‑time employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program based on employment status. The annual salary range for this position is $170,000.00 per year – $195,000.00 per year. Final compensation will be determined based on experience and skills and may vary from the range listed above. Diversity & Inclusion As a global organization, ISS Group is committed to making the international community more resilient and just for all people. We encourage diversity and inclusion in their broadest terms, including ethnicity, race, age, gender, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, religious beliefs, language, culture, and educational background. #J-18808-Ljbffr