Facilities Project Manager

Rural King•Mattoon, IL

3d•$65,000 - $78,000

About The Position

As a Facilities Project Manager, you will oversee capital maintenance initiatives, evaluate and create contractor scopes and work order descriptions for estimates and bids, negotiate vendor pricing, and manage high-volume commercial projects across our store portfolio. You will be responsible for reviewing contractor bids for fairness, controlling, negotiating, and bundling costs on major repairs, and ensuring capital and facilities projects are completed on schedule, within budget, and to company standards.

Requirements

At least 3–5 years of commercial facilities maintenance, construction, or commercial trade project management experience.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and facilities management platforms (e.g., ServiceChannel or equivalent).
Comfortable navigating computer systems and software to assist customers or manage activities.
Excellent verbal and written interpersonal and communication skills.
Excellent customer service skills.

Responsibilities

Lead and drive impactful projects that directly contribute to the success and growth of Rural King.
Act as a trusted internal partner across departments to collaborate on initiatives projecting positive business outcomes.
Take ownership of challenging assignments and have the autonomy to implement innovative solutions.
Experience in negotiating favorable pricing and terms with suppliers to optimize procurement processes.
Use discretion and independent judgment in daily decisions while maintaining a high level of confidentiality and professionalism.
Collaborate with teams to leverage collective expertise to achieve shared goals and deliver exceptional results.
Strong communication and persuasive skills to negotiate and influence stakeholders at various levels in the organization.
Experience in coordinating and managing complex projects, ensuring smooth workflow and efficient resources to complete a project on time.
Ability to prioritize tasks based on urgency and importance, adapting schedules and plans as necessary.
Proven track record of meeting or exceeding deadlines, with a commitment to delivering results within specified timeframes.
Strong orientation toward process-driven approaches, demonstrated through previous experience and accomplishment.
Demonstrated ability to meticulously review and analyze information, identifying errors or inconsistencies to maintain high levels of accuracy.
Ability to follow and adhere to established process.
Strong problem-solving skills to quickly identify and address issues, minimizing potential delays or disruptions.
Demonstrated experience making sound decisions in a professional context. Proven track record of evaluating options, considering relevant factors, and achieving desired outcomes.
Actively participate in learning initiatives offered such as training programs, workshops, and webinars. Leverage these opportunities to acquire new knowledge, refine existing skills, and stay current on the latest developments.
Provide friendly, proactive, and professional internal and external support to others, assisting with inquiries, concerns, and issues promptly and effectively.
Demonstrate behaviors that exemplify Rural King’s Values: People First, Integrity, Attitude, Initiative, Teamwork, Accountability, and Continuous Improvement.
Perform other duties as assigned.