Job Description
As the Facilities Manager, you will oversee a facilities team, manage construction, maintenance, and repair projects. You’ll play a critical role in ensuring facility safety, managing vendor relationships, and maintaining compliance with state-funded procurement processes.
Responsibilities
- Lead and support a facilities team handling repairs, construction, and site maintenance.
- Manage external contractors for 50 educational centers and administrative buildings.
- Oversee projects such as installations, painting, gates / fencing, plumbing, and structural repairs.
- Navigate government procurement and RFP processes—define scopes of work, secure bids, and ensure vendor compliance with state guidelines.
- Partner with senior leadership team on large-scale projects.
- Support emergency facility response for issues such as alarms, break-ins, and urgent maintenance calls.
- Foster a positive, respectful, and collaborative team environment while driving accountability and quality standards.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree preferred.5+ years of facilities or operations management experience.Strong knowledge of construction project management, permitting, and vendor negotiation.Familiarity with RFP / procurement processes and compliance for state-funded projects.Excellent leadership and communication skills with the ability to motivate and mentor a diverse, hands-on team.