Facilities Manager In Training - Onsite - Tamarac, Florida

City Home•Tamarac, FL

5d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Facilities Manager in Training (MIT), you will be developed for future leadership within CITY’s Facilities Department. This role is designed for a motivated professional with experience or education in construction management, engineering, facilities, or project management who is interested in growing into broader facilities leadership. Under the mentorship of the Director of Facilities and the Senior Vice President of Operations, you will gain exposure to all facets of managing a large-scale facilities organization, including 30+ showrooms and 4 distribution/warehouse locations across Florida. This is a high-visibility developmental role. You will rotate through regional facilities teams, including South/Miami, Tampa/North Florida, Orlando/North Central Florida, and Broward/Palm Beach/Vero, gaining experience in project execution, vendor management, compliance, budgeting, and team leadership. Your contributions will ensure the success of the Facilities Department at CITY.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree required — preferably in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, Facilities Management, or a related field
0–3 years of professional experience in construction, project management, facilities, or a related field (internship and co-op experience counts)
Demonstrated academic or internship experience managing projects, timelines, and budgets
Strong foundation in construction management, project management, or building systems
Ability to read construction documents, blueprints, and technical specifications
Analytical and critical thinking skills — able to assess problems and propose solutions
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Collaborative team player with strong relationship-building abilities
Highly organized, self-motivated, and eager to learn in a fast-paced environment
Willingness to travel throughout Florida and work across multiple locations
Computer literacy required
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Programs (i.e. Excel, Word, and Outlook, etc.)
Microsoft Project, SharePoint, Trello, ProCore, or similar project management tools (experience or willingness to learn)
Valid Florida Driver's License required

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with CMMS platforms a plus
Exposure to Building Automation Software (BAS) a plus
BlueBeam, AutoCAD, or Revit experience a plus
OSHA 10 or 30 certification a plus
IFMA FMP or CFM — not required; optional future professional development opportunity
LEED GA / AP or CEM a plus

Responsibilities

Support the Director and Regional Facilities Managers in planning, coordinating, and executing capital improvement, renovation, and construction projects across showrooms and warehouse facilities.
Track project timelines, budgets, milestones, and contractor performance using project management tools such as Procore, MS Project, Trello, or similar platforms.
Develop the ability to read and interpret architectural drawings, blueprints, scopes of work, and construction documents.
Assist with procurement and coordination of contractors, materials, equipment, and project-related services.
Shadow and support Regional Facilities Managers across South Florida, Tampa/North Florida, Orlando/North Central Florida, and Broward/Palm Beach/Vero regions.
Learn day-to-day operations of a multi-site facilities department, including preventive maintenance programs, CMMS management, work order systems, and service prioritization.
Gain exposure to building systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, roofing, lighting, life safety, and general facility infrastructure.
Support facilities leadership in maintaining adherence to OSHA, local building codes, fire safety requirements, and applicable regulatory standards.
Participate in site inspections, safety walks, compliance audits, and follow-up action tracking.
Learn how compliance requirements impact facilities planning, maintenance, vendor coordination, and project execution.
Learn vendor qualification, bidding, scope review, service agreement, and contract management processes.
Assist with procurement and coordination of outside facility services, equipment, supplies, and contractor support.
Support annual budget planning, expense tracking, and CAPEX reporting under Director guidance.
Assist in preparing reports, presentations, project updates, and status summaries for facilities leadership and senior leadership.
Participate in energy audits, efficiency initiatives, and cost-saving opportunities across the facilities portfolio.
Gain exposure to Building Automation Systems, energy monitoring tools, utility usage reporting, and related efficiency programs.
Assist with hurricane preparation, emergency response protocols, business continuity planning, and post-event recovery coordination.
Adheres to all assigned Standard Work and Role and Responsibilities for your role.
Additional duties may be assigned as needed, beyond those listed in the responsibilities.
Changing business conditions may trigger changes to job responsibilities (i.e., COVID-19).

Benefits

Competitive and Transparent Compensation
Visibility into all Associate-level pay ranges within your department
Opportunity for performance-based and profit sharing bonuses
Workforce and Demand Planning for Leveled Workload
Paid Vacation & Sick Time
Paid Parental leave
Opportunity for Flexible Work Environment and Schedule (varies by department and role)
Community involvement and volunteer opportunities
Free virtual healthcare services (for Associates enrolled in our medical plans)
Medical options include Employer-funded HSA options
Vision to support your eye health and well-being
100% Employer-paid Dental option available to all Associate
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
100% employer-sponsored options Life & Disability Insurance
Voluntary Insurance (Accident, Hospital, Critical Care, etc.)
401(k) - once enrolled, Associates are 100% vested with discretionary Company Match
Roth 401K Option
Financial Wellness webinars
90% Promote from Within
Access to various training for professional development
Individual Development Plan (IDP) (varies by department)
Associate Purchase Discount Program