Facilities Engineer / Operations Manager, Commercial Real Estate

IRG Realty Advisors•Miamisburg, OH

20d

About The Position

IRG Realty Advisors is seeking an experienced Facilities Engineer / Operations Manager to support large-scale office and industrial assets in and near Miamisburg, Ohio. Working closely with the Property Manager, this hands-on role oversees building operations, maintenance, vendors, projects, budgets, and tenant needs. The Operations Manager helps ensure assigned properties remain safe, reliable, efficient, and well-maintained while work is completed on schedule, within scope, and within budget. The position involves troubleshooting commercial building systems, managing preventive maintenance and repairs, coordinating projects and service providers, supporting budgets and leasing activities, maintaining property records, and addressing tenant and operational needs. The role may require occasional responses to emergencies or other time-sensitive property needs outside normal business hours. IRG Realty Advisors provides commercial real estate solutions to owners, investors, corporations, institutions, and government clients. It manages more than 100 million square feet across 31 states and provides services including property and asset management, transaction management, development services, project management, consulting, and facility management.

Requirements

At least three years of experience in commercial property operations, facilities management, building engineering, industrial maintenance, commercial construction, or a related field.
Practical knowledge of commercial HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, life safety, and building control systems.
Experience overseeing preventive maintenance, repairs, inspections, vendors, contractors, and service agreements.
Experience coordinating building projects, tenant improvements, maintenance projects, or capital improvements.
Ability to prepare scopes of work, evaluate proposals, manage vendor performance, and review invoices.
Working knowledge of operating budgets, maintenance expenses, utilities, and cost-control practices.
Strong troubleshooting, project coordination, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel, and ability to learn work order, property management, and invoice-processing systems.
Ability to respond to occasional after-hours emergencies or time-sensitive property needs.
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for travel between assigned properties in and near Miamisburg, Ohio.
Ability to lift or move up to 50 pounds, work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions, and travel between assigned properties.
Successful completion of a background check and drug screening after a conditional offer of employment.

Nice To Haves

Degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, Property Management, or a related field.
Experience supporting large-scale office, industrial, warehouse, or multi-property commercial real estate assets.
Experience managing capital projects, tenant improvements, utility programs, or annual property budgets.
Experience using computerized maintenance management systems, work order platforms, building automation systems, or property management software.
Familiarity with building drawings, as-built documentation, panel schedules, or CAD.
Relevant boiler, HVAC, electrical, facilities management, project management, or safety certifications.

Responsibilities

Diagnose and coordinate resolution of issues involving HVAC, plumbing, electrical, fire and life safety, and other commercial building systems.
Oversee preventive maintenance, repairs, inspections, testing, work orders, and recurring operational requirements.
Plan and manage maintenance, tenant improvement, and capital projects from scope development through completion.
Prepare scopes of work, solicit and evaluate bids, negotiate services, and manage contractors and vendors.
Hold service providers accountable for safety, quality, schedules, contract requirements, and billing accuracy.
Assist with annual operating, maintenance, and capital budgets and monitor spending throughout the year.
Review and approve invoices, verify satisfactory completion of work, and apply appropriate budget coding.
Monitor utility usage, identify efficiency opportunities, and coordinate applicable tenant utility billings.
Communicate with tenants regarding maintenance needs, building services, projects, and operational concerns.
Support leasing activities, property tours, tenant improvements, fit-up needs, and project closeout walkthroughs.
Maintain accurate property records, including drawings, inspection records, vendor information, and operational documentation.
Oversee property access, keys, badging, and other site security needs.
Follow applicable IRGRA WORKFLOW requirements related to property inspections, preventive maintenance, building system testing, fire and life safety, environmental compliance, vacancy management, tenant retention, leasing support, service agreements, budgeting, and capital planning.
Document operational deficiencies, coordinate corrective actions, and escalate significant safety, compliance, or service concerns.
Coordinate responses to property emergencies, including occasional situations outside normal business hours.