Facilities Manager

Facilities ManagerThe Facilities Manager provides strategic leadership for the maintenance, operation, safety, and continuous improvement of all company-owned and leased facilities across the United States. This role oversees facility operations, building systems, capital projects, and fleet management to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable support of business operations.Leading a team of facilities professionals and external contractors, the Facilities Manager is responsible for developing preventive maintenance programs, managing budgets, ensuring regulatory compliance, and driving operational excellence across multiple locations. The role partners closely with executive leadership to develop long-term facility strategies that support organizational growth, employee safety, business continuity, and an exceptional workplace environment.Responsibilities:Lead the maintenance, operation, and continuous improvement of all U.S. facilities, grounds, infrastructure, and building systemsDevelop and maintain facility policies, procedures, standards, and preventive maintenance programsBuild, lead, and develop a high-performing facilities team; establish goals, staffing plans, and performance expectationsManage building systems, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, fire protection, security, utilities, and life-safety systemsOversee preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance activitiesManage facility vendors, contractors, and service providers, including contract administration and performance oversightLead facility renovations, expansions, remodels, and capital projects, ensuring completion on time and within budgetConduct facility assessments and implement improvements that enhance safety, reliability, efficiency, and appearanceDevelop and manage operating and capital budgets while identifying cost-saving opportunitiesEnsure compliance with environmental, health and safety, fire, building, and other regulatory requirementsManage emergency preparedness, business continuity, and facility recovery programsOversee the company vehicle fleet, including maintenance, utilization, replacement planning, compliance, and vendor managementPartner with executive leadership on facility master planning, capacity expansion, site development, and long-term growth initiativesDevelop facility metrics and provide recommendations that support operational excellence and employee experiencePerform other duties as assignedQualifications:Required10+ years of progressive facilities, maintenance, or plant engineering leadership experienceHigh School Diploma or GED requiredStrong mechanical and building systems knowledge including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and facility infrastructureExperience managing contractors, vendors, and facility service agreementsProven ability to develop budgets and manage facility-related expendituresStrong leadership, organizational, and communication skillsProficiency with Microsoft Office and facility maintenance management software (CMMS preferred)Ability to travel between company locations as required and active driver's licensePreferredBachelor's degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, Business, Construction Management, or related fieldExperience managing capital projects and facility expansionsOSHA, safety, environmental, or facility management certificationsFleet management experienceWhy Kurt J. Lesker Company:Competitive compensationComprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance401(k) with employer matchPaid time off and employee recognition programsOnsite gym, wellness programs, and walking trailsElectric vehicle charging stations and sustainability initiativesA collaborative, people-first culture Kurt J. Lesker Company