Project Engineering and Facilities Manager

Clarke•Roselle, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Project Engineering and Facilities Manager leads engineering activities and oversees Clarke’s Illinois facilities, ensuring buildings, equipment, and infrastructure support safe, efficient, and reliable operations. The role manages facilities, grounds, utilities, and building systems; directs engineering and maintenance initiatives; and plans and delivers facility modifications, equipment installations, and capital improvement projects. This position oversees engineering and facilities operating and capital budgets, evaluates project costs and proposals, identifies cost-saving and efficiency opportunities, and owns the 3–5-year capital investment plan. It leads predictive and corrective maintenance for manufacturing equipment and works with Operations, Quality, and EHS to improve equipment reliability, safety, and performance. The manager is the primary contact for external facilities vendors and contractors, ensures compliance with applicable requirements and regulations, and supervises and develops the Facilities Coordinator. The position is based in Roselle, Illinois, and candidates should live within reasonable proximity. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Relocation assistance is not provided. This is an exempt salary position with an anticipated hiring range of $130,000–$163,000. Clarke describes itself as a global leader in environmentally responsible mosquito control and an equal opportunity employer and drug-free workplace.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
Five or more years of supervisory experience and facility management experience.
Ten or more years of project management experience.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Project.
Excellent equipment and maintenance knowledge.
Excellent analytical and troubleshooting abilities.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Strong internal customer service skills, including active listening, responsiveness, expectation setting, and consistent follow-up.
Demonstrated ability to lead maintenance activities for manufacturing equipment and coordinate troubleshooting, repair, and reliability improvement efforts.
Ability to partner cross-functionally with Operations, Quality, EHS, Engineering, contractors, and equipment suppliers to implement practical process improvements.
Ability to read, write, and speak English.
Candidates should be located within reasonable proximity to Roselle, Illinois; relocation assistance is not provided.

Responsibilities

Develop and oversee engineering and facilities operating and capital budgets; evaluate project costs and proposals; identify cost-saving and efficiency opportunities; and own the 3–5-year capital investment plan.
Direct engineering initiatives supporting equipment reliability, production improvements, facility modifications, and operational needs.
Manage the maintenance and improvement of Clarke’s Illinois facilities, grounds, utilities, and building systems.
Plan and execute facility modifications, equipment installations, and capital improvement projects from scope development through completion.
Lead predictive and corrective maintenance for manufacturing equipment and partner with Operations, Quality, and EHS to improve equipment reliability, safety, and overall performance.
Serve as the primary contact for external facilities vendors and contractors used in the plant.
Ensure compliance with company requirements and applicable health, safety, environmental, building, fire, accessibility, and security regulations.
Supervise, coach, and develop the Facilities Coordinator.
Build strong relationships with employees, contractors, vendors, and cross-functional partners.
Coordinate troubleshooting, repair, and reliability improvement efforts for manufacturing equipment.
Partner with Operations, Quality, EHS, Engineering, contractors, and equipment suppliers to implement practical process improvements.