Facilities Building Manager

Facilities Building Manager This position requires an active Secret clearance or the ability to obtain a Secret clearance to be considered. Cherokee Federal is seeking a highly motivated Facilities Building Manager to support the Marine Forces Reserve (MARFORRES) Facilities Department at Marine Corps Support Facility New Orleans (MCSF-NOLA). The selected candidate will assist with the planning, coordination, execution, monitoring, and closeout of facilities maintenance, repair, and construction projects that support MARFORRES mission requirements. Responsibilities include managing facility service requests, coordinating with government personnel and contractors, tracking project progress, resolving facility-related issues, maintaining project documentation, and ensuring facilities remain safe, functional, and mission-ready in support of MARFORRES operations and strategic objectives. Compensation & Benefits Estimated starting salary range for Facilities Building Manager: Pay commensurate with experience. Full‑time benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and other possible benefits as provided. Benefits are subject to change with or without notice. Responsibilities Submit, track and report on the status of work request tickets for MCSF‑NOLA; assist in the planning and coordination of work ticket resolution. Advise and provide guidance and technical assistance on routine and emergency maintenance matters. Initiate, manage, and provide guidance on facility work tickets for remote sites throughout the region utilizing MFR SharePoint work ticket system. Liaison between the Facilities Building Manager and MARFORRES site leadership, unit’s chain of command; liaison includes host service, internal (Major Subordinate Commands) and external commands, agencies, leadership, civilian and military employees, contract employees, and MFR divisions (FAC, G‑3, G‑4, G‑6, and G‑8 departments). Participate in weekly client meetings with MCSF tenant commands and facility staff to review and reconcile all facility trouble/work tickets in SharePoint for MCSF; participate in client facility planning meetings as required. Review as-built drawings to assist with requirements and project scope development for MCSF. Prepare weekly synopsis of work in progress, status of FSRM and MILCON projects, open work request tickets, and all other challenges and issues for all MFR sites in the assigned region. Attend weekly and ad‑hoc meetings held by the AC/S, Deputy OpsO or PWD to review current and emergent facilities service and maintenance challenges and requirements. Coordinate access and oversight of work being performed at MCSF by external contractors to repair/replace mechanical equipment, walls, doors, ceilings, furniture, fixtures, telecommunications, ATFP, IDS, ESS, and other systems associated with maintaining a safe, secure, and functional facility. Facilitate contractors’ access as necessary to troubleshoot or repair/replace equipment/systems at MCSF NOLA, QTRS A facility. Coordinate with each subject matter expert of supporting actions or services and assist in preliminary preparation of required documentation. Receive project warranty information for each project that has undergone new or upgraded construction, and post data onto Facilities SharePoint for future reference. Maintain a record of project progress and coordinate key milestone dates with external project managers and associated team members. Perform other job‑related duties as assigned. Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred; PMP or CFM certification or relevant facilities/project management experience may be substituted in lieu of education requirements. Minimum 5–8 years of experience supporting facilities operations, facilities management, construction coordination, project management, or infrastructure sustainment programs. U.S. Marine Corps experience is preferred and highly desired. Experience supporting Department of Defense (DoD), NAVFAC, USACE, or other federal facilities programs highly desired. Knowledge of Facilities Sustainment, Restoration, and Modernization (FSRM) programs and facility maintenance management processes preferred. Excellent communication skills, both oral and written. Strong understanding of facility operations, maintenance processes, construction coordination, and project tracking methodologies. Ability to interpret construction drawings, facility plans, project schedules, and technical documentation. Experience using Microsoft Office Suite, SharePoint, and project tracking systems. Strong organizational, communication, and stakeholder coordination skills. Ability to work independently in a fast‑paced operational environment with minimal supervision. Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance. On‑site work. Must pass pre‑employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal. Legal Disclaimer Cherokee Federal is an equal opportunity employer. Please visit cherokee-federal.com/careers for information regarding our affirmative action and equal opportunity employer statement, and accommodation request. #J-18808-Ljbffr Cherokee Federal