Facility Manager

Facility ManagerThe purpose of this position is to provide leadership and management for the facilities organization at a specific location, set of buildings, or campus environment. The Facilities Manager is charged with the day-to-day implementation of policies, procedures, programs and workplace services delivery that provides a well-managed and well-maintained building. An emphasis of this role is placed on a positive response to the concerns and needs of the tenants, environmental health and safety, and quality programs, in coordination with the client's goals and objectives. This position coordinates the activities, financials, vendors and manpower required for current and future needs of the building and operations.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIESEnsure the day-to-day operations of the facility(ies) or campus, including custodial, life-safety, engineering, site services, and general maintenance, are implemented and carried out in a manner consistent with C&W policies and client directivesManage all contracts to ensure they are reviewed on a regular basis and are bid out as required; verify that invoices match contract pricingSupervise all maintenance programs relating to the interior and exterior conditions and appearance of the propertiesRespond 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 (and as applicable): Property Information Book, Site Operating Manual, Emergency Procedures Manual, IIPP Manual, Local Code Compliance Log, ADA Compliance Log, OSHA Log, Safety Meeting Log, Elevator Logs, Janitorial Log, Purchase Order Log, Vendor Certificates of Insurance, As-built Drawings, IIPP Manual, Paid Invoices File, General Files, Contract Files, Annual Property Conditions and Year-end Performance Report, and other reports and documentation, as requiredPrepare, 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 plansAssist in the development of capital budgets for the property. This includes contributions towards a five-year plan of maintenance, facility improvement, and cost reduction initiativesCollect, analyze and report statistical data as may be required to provide accurate and current assessment of facility management objectivesHire, train and motivate facility personnel. Maintain positive staff relations. Conduct or approve performance evaluations for staffThoroughly familiar with the management contract and all requirements contained thereinMonitor and ensure that tenants and vendors comply with insurance requirements and coordinate all claims, as requiredKEY COMPETENCIES 1. Communication Proficiency (oral and written)2. Technical Proficiency3. Problem Solving/Analysis4. Leadership5. Teamwork Orientation6. Relationship Management7. Financial ManagementIMPORTANT EDUCATIONBachelors degree in Facilities Management, Corporate Real Estate, Project Management, or Business Administration requiredIMPORTANT EXPERIENCEA minimum of 5-7 years of commercial high-rise, campus environment, and/or property portfolio management experience requiredExperience in leasing, construction, engineering and all facets of property operation and building management preferredExperience with critical system environments desiredExperience in the development and implementation of programs to drive out cost inefficiencies preferredCMMS/Work Order Management experience preferredADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONSCertified Facility Manager (CFM), International Facilities Management Association (IFMA), Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA) industry certifications recommended; other Engineering, Business or technical training or certifications preferredAbility to read and understand construction specifications and blueprintsProficient in understanding management agreements and contract languageExcellent computer and systems knowledge: Strong literacy in Microsoft Office Suite (MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint)Strong discipline of financial management including financial tracking, budgeting and forecastingKnowledge of Financial Systems (Yardi a plus)Skilled in Building Management Systems maintenance and monitoringWORK ENVIRONMENT This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. May be required to travel outside between properties in varying weather conditions.PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate with others and exchange accurate information; operate a computer and other office productivity machinery; move about the workplace; remain in a stationary position for 50-75% of the time; and extend hands and arms in any direction.OTHER DUTIES This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.Note: This job description includes the core responsibilities for C&W. These duties may have slight modifications based on the regional location.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 for the position is: $ 68,297.50 - $80,350.00 Cushman & 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 View phone number on click.appcast.io or email View email address on click.appcast.io. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.