Facilities Manager

JLL•Mattawan, MI

23d•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Director of Facilities, the Facility Manager provides strategic direction and accountability for all aspects of the physical plant, buildings, grounds, and capacity utilization. This leadership role maximizes the functionality and utilization of physical assets while minimizing risk and ensuring compliance with governmental regulations. You'll oversee small construction, and maintenance of facilities; manage departmental budgets; coordinate space allocation and facility expansion; and present plans and updates to site leadership teams.

Requirements

High school diploma/GED with 10+ years of relevant facilities management experience
Minimum 5 years in a people leader/supervisory role, preferably managing multiple teams
Demonstrated knowledge of site facilities and vendor management, GxPs (Good Practice guidelines), and industry guidance documents
Ability to communicate verbally and in writing at all levels inside and outside the organization
Computer skills commensurate with essential duties and responsibilities, including the ability to learn validated systems
Demonstrated ability to problem solve, make quick decisions, communicate decisions effectively, and lead/manage staff in a growing, changing environment
Knowledge of standard business and accounting practices
Knowledge of large scale boilers and chillers

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in facilities management, engineering, construction management with 8+ years of relevant experience
Contract research organization (CRO) experience
Plant Engineering and/or Building trades license
Basic familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite
Experience in laboratory, pharmaceutical, or regulated research environments
Experience managing facility expansion and renovation projects in compliance-driven industries

Responsibilities

Supervise facilities personnel including interviewing, hiring, training, developing employees, directing work assignments, conducting performance appraisals, and addressing employee concerns in accordance with organizational policies
Assist in Develop and implement long-term strategic plans for construction, renovation to support business needs, including growth metrics development and regular collaboration with peers and decision makers
Establish, manage, and oversee the facilities department budget while ensuring appropriate resources are in place for project engineering, capital project delivery, and facilities management operations
Oversee facility utilities, physical plant operations, HVAC distribution, support services, grounds, and custodial functions to ensure regulatory compliance and operational excellence
Evaluate, select, and manage contractors and vendors for outside services; negotiate contracts for building and engineering design services; approve final work sign-off
Verify schedule compliance for all facility expansion, renovation, and maintenance projects while providing leadership and vision to direct reports for continuous departmental improvement