Facilities Manager - Stamford

McInnis Inc.•Stamford, CT

2d•$0 - $85,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Facilities Manager will be responsible for maintaining the physical integrity of all corporate restaurant locations through use of preventative maintenance programs and/or repair of company equipment at each location. This position is responsible for facilities maintenance at multiple restaurants on a national level. This position will direct the initiation of all repairs, tracking of service vendors, and service calls for all restaurant equipment, furniture, fixtures, as well as HVAC, plumbing and electrical equipment/systems. This position will report to the VP of Development & Construction, with further guidance from Director of Restaurant Operations, and is expected to identify and trouble-shoot issues, implement and track preventative maintenance plans, manage repair and maintenance budgets, develop and manage service vendor relationships, and work with restaurant general managers to prioritize needs. It is expected that the facilities manager is highly communicative and able to balance multiple service needs & projects at multiple locations, with a calm demeanor while exhibiting a grace under pressure can do attitude.

Requirements

Knowledge of materials, methods, and tools involved in the repair of restaurants.
Experience in commercial building maintenance/repair
Knowledge of working with Power, Water, Gas, and Utility companies as well as their field mechanics
Ability to work in excel, Smartsheet’s and EcoTrak to manage and forecast all repair work
English
Minimum 5 years of related experience
Prior experience in the restaurant industry
Prior career facilities experience/involvement with a multi-location enterprise (such as restaurant brand, hospital, college campus, airport)
Ability to identify, source and oversee trade sub-contractors and review estimates/award proposals/close out service items and projects.
Experience in overseeing subcontractors and hiring of all tradesmen.
Ability to order the right tradesmen and material sources for repair/replacement /and maintenance.
Experience with reading building plans
Highly organized and with the ability of keeping record of work performed and an understanding of scheduled maintenance and warranty cycles.
Must have the ability to perform multiple tasks and manage timelines.
Must have a Valid Driver’s License
Ability to work with others, including both Restaurant Staff, Management, and Leadership
Understanding of carpentry, painting, cabinetry work, drywall work, tile work, etc.
Ability to develop routine preventive maintenance programs on buildings and equipment.
Scheduled maintenance and upkeep of air scrubbers
Scheduled polishing & buffing of concrete floors
Scheduled replacement of HVAC filters
Understanding of HVAC, electrical & plumbing equipment and systems
General Handyman skills, mechanical aptitude, and management of other duties as assigned

Nice To Haves

Basic Spanish

Responsibilities

Ensure short and long-term facilities objectives are completed and in line with the company’s core values of commitment to excellence, continuous improvement, and fanatical attention to detail.
Ensure execution of facilities maintenance program to guarantee restaurants are always functioning at restaurant standards by leading and educating restaurant management teams
Conduct regular walkthroughs of operating locations and quarterly audits.
Assemble and maintain complete project records and close-out documents.
Oversee remodels, renovations and construction improvements on an ongoing basis.
Schedule, coordinate and execute site visits to inspect equipment in monthly intervals based on end of warranty timelines.
Work with the VP of Construction to manage, organize and create efficiencies within the construction, maintenance, and development of all restaurants.
Train with the VP of Development and Construction and other members of the leadership team on the new build process, managing expectations with general contractors, assessing construction progress and serving as a liaison to the VP of Construction through the opening of the restaurant.
Stays in front of and educated on latest techniques, trends, and technologies.