Building Services Manager

Mississippi State University•Starkville, MS

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Manages and directs facilities, property control, fleet, and operational support functions for the Applied Research Collaboratory (ARC). Serves as the primary point of contact for facility operations, maintenance, inventory and asset management, fleet administration, and regulatory compliance. Provides strategic planning, oversight, and coordination of operational activities to ensure efficient, compliant, and customer-focused support of ARC's research mission. The Research Business and Operations Center (RBOC) provides comprehensive business, financial, and administrative support to the Applied Research Collaboratory (ARC) and multidisciplinary research initiatives supported by the Office of Research and Economic Development (ORED). RBOC delivers centralized services across the full research lifecycle, including pre-award and post-award administration, human resources, procurement, travel, asset and facilities management, and operational support. The center also enhances the visibility and impact of research through strategic communications, branding, and web services.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
5- years of relevant work experience

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree
9-12 years of relevant work experience
Customer service focus
Excellent communication skills
Ability to delegate and multi-task
Leadership skills
Experience working within the confines of the university/state purchasing system
Basic understanding of mechanical systems
Experience with MSU’s property, inventory and procurement systems or other business information systems and databases

Responsibilities

Provides the general management, supervision, and professional direction to a comprehensive facilities management and support service organization that ensures the day-to-day activities are completed and the building is kept in peak operating condition.
Oversees the complete lifecycle management of ARC assets, including acquisition, inventory, assignment, maintenance, transfer, and disposal, ensuring compliance with university, state, federal, and sponsor requirements.
Serves as the primary liaison with MSU Facilities Management, Property Control, external contractors, vendors, and other stakeholders regarding facility, inventory, and operational matters.
Coordinates facility improvement projects and contractor services, including obtaining cost estimates, monitoring progress, and communicating project timelines and completion schedules.
Researches innovative ways to carry out the position function by carefully investigating all options and staying fiscally responsible to the department’s budget.
Oversees annual inventories, audits, compliance reviews, and reporting activities related to facilities, property, fleet, and operational functions.
Manages office space assignments, key control, fleet operations, vehicle maintenance records, fuel usage, and related administrative processes.
Track, prioritize, and resolve support tickets in a timely manner while maintaining accurate documentation and status updates
Coordinates facility safety inspections, monitors compliance with applicable regulations and policies, and ensures safe and efficient facility operations.
Responds to facility and operational emergencies, coordinates corrective actions, and communicates restoration and recovery timelines as necessary.
Provides direction and strategies for both complex and routine operational issues while developing procedures to maximize the utilization and efficiency of facilities, fleet resources, and capital improvement projects.
Promotes a high level of customer service and continuous improvement while supporting the operational needs of ARC faculty, staff, students, and stakeholders.
Other duties as assigned.