Facilities Manager

Washington, DC; Philadelphia; Boston; New Jersey; New York; Virginia; Connecticut Corporate Results oriented leader with the desire to achieve success through people, quality, and hospitality. This position will be responsible for ensuring the safe and secure operations of all restaurant assets in a cost-effective manner. Additionally, the Facilities Manager will establish and maintain vendor and contractor relations on a national basis. Primary Responsibilities: Design, implement, and manage a national facility maintenance and equipment program to achieve cost and service targets. Oversee growing multi-state facilities program, which would include possible direct FM and Technician reports. Conduct thorough maintenance audits at all restaurants and create a comprehensive facilities database. Identify and prioritize restaurant needs and develop an implementation schedule that ensures viability of execution. Manage a preventative maintenance program for all restaurants. Prequalify, select, and manage suppliers, contractors, and equipment installers capable of providing outstanding service at the lowest cost and highest quality. Provide weekly status and progress reporting to direct supervisors and the operations team. Daily engagement with Ecotrak CMMS Software reviewing work orders, invoicing, and proposals. Ability to get hands on accomplishing company goals. This role will require 60% hands on and 40% overseeing vendors. Support new unit development and remodel projects. Assist CM with all aspects of new unit development from pre-construction through project close-out. Attracts, develops, and manages regional and/or national contractor and vendor relationships that support our restaurant operations. Conducts bi-annual vendor audits and site inspections for the purpose of quality assurance on contracted services and general repair of the property. Develops strong relationships with Market Partners and Regional Directors by providing ongoing updates for projects, information on vendor performance, and facilities training when needed. Acts as a liaison on new store turnovers between Construction and Operations. Helps conduct an eleven (11) month punch list for new store openings prior to turnover. Perform all other tasks as assigned. Requirements Requirements: 3 years of facilities, project management, or construction experience, preferably in the restaurant industry Multi-unit experience is a plus. A college degree in a related field and/or trade licenses are preferred. Working knowledge of facilities and construction techniques, methods, and practices HVAC/Refrigeration knowledge is required. Facilities technical expert facilities Manager #J-18808-Ljbffr