Senior Facilities Manager

Empowering A Brighter Way ForwardOur people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. Whether you've got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you're looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward.Service DeliveryManage the delivery of facilities services to an assigned portfolio of retail bank branches and cafes in accordance with all agreed policies, procedures, and contract scope.Act as the primary point of contact for the client regarding operations.Oversee facility managers who handle day-to-day operations, ensuring their teams maintain optimal performance and upkeep of customer-facing retail locations while addressing issues and escalations.Monitor facility managers' vendor management activities to ensure service delivery standards are met in retail banking and cafe environments, reviewing documentation of scope changes and instances of poor performance.Direct facility managers in documenting and addressing poor performance to correct issues and maintain service excellence in client-facing locations.Ensure facility managers adhere to preventative maintenance schedules to maintain reliability of HVAC, security systems, point-of-sale equipment, ATMs, and other critical infrastructure while driving consistency across the portfolio.Develop and implement innovative programs and processes that facility managers can execute to reduce short and long-term operating costs while maintaining the customer experience and increasing operational efficiency.Ensure compliance with all health, safety, food safety (where applicable), environment, and risk management policies and procedures specific to retail banking and food service operations across all managed locations.Support account-wide initiatives such as compliance reviews, health inspections, audits, and training programs through driving implementation at a regional portfolio level and coordinating with facility managers.Drive initiatives such as benchmarking, best practices, and continuous improvement tailored to retail operations, providing strategic direction to facility managers.Coordinate engagement between facility managers and other internal teams.Identify and establish JLL subject matter experts to bring value to the client and facilitate engagement across retail banking and hospitality sectors.Client RelationshipsProactively develop and manage senior-level client relationships, ensuring that expected service levels are achieved and that facilities support excellent customer experiences.Ensure facility managers comply with all requirements of the client contract and meet or exceed Key Performance Indicators related to operations.Deliver an exceptional quality of service to the client through effective oversight of facility managers, as reflected by client feedback and customer satisfaction metrics.Finance Management / Cost Control / ProfitabilityOversee the development and management of facility operating budgets for the assigned portfolio, reviewing facility managers' budget tracking and ensuring management within target of agreed budgets while identifying efficiencies and savings.Drive cost savings initiatives by directing facility managers to maximize utilization of suppliers, preferred vendors/contractors, and identify additional efficiency opportunities consistent with client goals in retail banking and cafe environments.Review and approve current financial year budget spend reports (actual vs. budget, variance, etc.), analyze expenditure across the portfolio, and demonstrate value or alternative efficiency initiatives (cost savings or increased account profitability).Oversee the annual budgeting and forecasting processes for your portfolio, coordinating inputs from facility managers.Monitor facility managers' payment processing to vendors, ensuring use of available systems and compliance with all relevant policies and procedures.Ensure compliance within delegated financial and contractual authorities across all facility managers and locations.Leadership / Staff ManagementLead recruitment efforts for facility managers and oversee their management of professional, customer-focused, creative, energetic, and detail-oriented teams dedicated to supporting exceptional retail banking and cafe experiences.Coach facility managers in their performance management responsibilities and personal development planning for their team members.Mentor, train, and support facility managers to actively foster an environment of teamwork, cooperation, performance excellence, and personal success across the portfolio.Conduct performance reviews and development planning for facility managers, ensuring they have the skills and support needed to succeed.Align with the facilities leadership team as a senior manager and provide strategic direction for all facilities matters at the assigned locations.Act as an ambassador for JLL, adopting and maintaining the firm's core values of Teamwork, Ethics, and Excellence while modeling leadership behaviors for facility managers.Sound like you? To apply you need to possess:Bachelor's degree or equivalent preferredRelevant certifications and industry designations preferred (i.e., LEED, CFM, FMP, or food service/hospitality management certifications)7+ years of leadership in a facility management environment with at least 3 years managing other facility managers who oversee retail, banking, or hospitality facilitiesProven experience managing remote teams and facility managers across multiple time zones and geographic regionsAbility to travel up to 30% to visit locations across the portfolio and support facility managersProficiency in a range of information technology tools and platformsStrong interpersonal skills, strategic thinking ability, and problem-solving capability, particularly in customer-facing environmentsExcellent verbal/written communication and presentation skills with ability to interface with senior client stakeholdersProven record of developing high-performing facility management teams and providing excellent internal and external customer service in retail or hospitality settingsThis position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.Expected compensation for this position:125,000.00 – 165,000.00 USD per yearFinal compensation packages are determined by various considerations including but not limited to candidate qualifications, location, market conditions, and internal considerations.Location:Remote –New York, NY, Washington, DCIf this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet all the requirements. We're interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:401(k) plan with matching company contributionsComprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision CarePaid parental leave at 100% of salaryPaid Time Off and Company HolidaysEarly access to earned wages through Daily Pay