Facilities Manager

ABM US•San Francisco, CA

9h•$120,000 - $145,000

About The Position

The Facilities Manager (FM) is a strategic leader responsible for mission-critical environments and high-availability infrastructure. This role serves as the primary liaison to senior stakeholders, ensuring operational resilience, zero downtime, and compliance with stringent safety and reliability standards. Success in this role requires a strong cultural fit—someone with a positive attitude, autonomous work style, and exceptional communication skills who can build trust and foster collaboration across teams and clients.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field OR equivalent experience (5–7+ years in mission-critical operations).
5+ years in a management role with direct reports.
Hands-on experience with CMMS platforms such as Corrigo, ServiceNow, or equivalent – REQUIRED.
Expertise in vendor management and cost optimization.
Proven ability to generate cost savings through continuous improvement initiatives.
Positive attitude and strong cultural fit.
Ability to work autonomously and make sound decisions in day-to-day operations.
Exceptional communication skills, including executive-level reporting.
Strong leadership and problem-solving abilities.
Working knowledge of purchasing and subcontract management.
Ability to sit for prolonged periods in an office environment.
Frequent bending, reaching, and lifting objects of 10 lbs or more.

Nice To Haves

Technical school or military operational experience preferred.
Strong background in electrical or mechanical systems (preferred).

Responsibilities

Operational Leadership: Oversee all aspects of facilities management services, ensuring safety, compliance, and uninterrupted operations.
Client Relationship Management: Act as the trusted advisor for all facilities-related matters, including schedules, budgets, projects, and staffing.
Team Leadership: Direct and develop a team of facilities professionals; manage hiring, performance reviews, and training compliance.
Infrastructure Oversight: Maintain and optimize critical electrical, mechanical, BAS, EPMS, BMS, and fire protection systems.
Budget & Financial Control: Manage operational budgets, monitor expenditures, and identify cost-saving opportunities.
Compliance & Documentation: Ensure adherence to SLAs, audit CMMS databases, and maintain accurate operating procedures.
Emergency Response: Supervise and escalate responses to after-hours emergencies.
Vendor & Contract Management: Identify, vet, and manage subcontractors; develop preventive maintenance scopes and ensure contract fulfillment.
Continuous Improvement: Drive operational enhancements through process audits, training programs, and performance metrics.