Facilities Analyst

Cushman & Wakefield • Saint Louis, MO

6d

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Facilities Manager, the Facility Analyst will manage and troubleshoot everything related to building repairs and aesthetic issues that arise in the client retail stores. The Facility Analyst is charged with ensuring that vendors and projects are managed appropriately, meeting budget and timelines, while escalating any issues to management for continuous improvement. This is a highly cross functional role working closes with onsite building property managers, store planning, and Finance & Accounting. This person will also be expected to support the day-to-day implementation of policies, procedures, programs and workplace services delivery that provides a well-managed and well-maintained building. Places an emphasis on a positive response to the concerns and needs of the tenants, environmental health and safety, and quality programs, in coordination with the client's goals and objectives.

Requirements

• Communication Proficiency (oral and written)
• Technical Proficiency
• Problem Solving/Analysis
• Leadership
• Teamwork Orientation
• Relationship Management
• Financial Management
• Associate's degree in facilities management, building, business or other related field required
• A minimum of 3-5 years relevant experience, preferably in commercial or industrial real estate with facility management experience required
• Experience in maintenance, construction, engineering and all facets of property operation and building management preferred
• Ability to read and understand construction specifications and blueprints
• Proficient in understanding management agreements and contract language
• Skilled in Building Management Systems maintenance and monitoring.
• Excellent computer and systems knowledge; Strong literacy in Microsoft Office Suite (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Strong discipline of financial management including financial tracking, budgeting and forecasting
• Knowledge of Financial Systems (Yardi a plus)

Nice To Haves

• Retail facilities experience preferred
• CMMS/Work Order Management experience is preferred
• Certified Facility Manager (CFM), International Facilities Management Association (IFMA), Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA) industry certifications recommended; other Engineering, Business or technical training or certifications a plus

Responsibilities

• Ensure the day-to-day operations of the client retail properties, including janitorial, life-safety, engineering, site services, and general maintenance are implemented and carried out in a manner consistent with C&W policies and client directives.
• Ensure all contracts are reviewed on a regular basis and are bid out as required and confirm invoices match contract pricing
• Supervise all maintenance programs relating to the interior and exterior conditions and appearance of the properties
• Manage Handyman Program
• Responsible for all work orders until completion through invoicing
• Date created or last reviewed Active management of scheduled maintenance programs
• Maintain open communication with the Jacobs helpdesk on work order information
• Provide updates of any vendor changes.
• Provide PM schedule changes
• Assist in Store Set-ups and closures as needed.
• Assess retail location in person for any issues or concern.
• Review completed vendor work and address deficiencies.
• Discuss any concerns Store or Retail Senior FM or Retail FM Director may have.
• Scheduled reporting to Consumer Ops Leaders.
• Under the direction of the Facility Manager, respond promptly to requests for building maintenance, repairs, cleaning needs, etc. from building occupants and for the implementation of ongoing contract programs to address and resolve
• Prepares, financial reports (monthly and quarterly), , expenditures and purchase orders related to the assigned portfolio.
• Assist in providing information and reports necessary for the development of capital budgets for the facility. This includes contributions towards a five-year plan of maintenance, facility improvement, and cost reduction initiatives
• Collect, analyze and prepare reports of such statistical data as may be required to provide accurate and current assessment of facility management objectives.
• Expected to be thoroughly familiar with the management contract, vendor agreements, and other building/facility contracts and all requirements contained therein
• Monitor and ensure that tenants and vendors comply with insurance requirements and coordinate all claims as required
• Periodically inspect the facility, systems, rooms, common areas, etc. and remedy any findings or issues.

Benefits

• Cushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life, and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work.
• In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees