Senior Facilities Manager

JLL•Chicago, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Facility Manager role is your opportunity to lead operational excellence at commercial and industrial facilities while serving as the strategic liaison between operations, leadership, and vendors. You'll optimize facility performance, manage capital projects, and ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements while leading a team of facility management professionals. This position offers the chance to drive efficiency, implement innovative maintenance strategies, and directly impact organizational success through expert facility oversight and cross-functional collaboration.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Facility Management or equivalent combination of education and experience
8+ years of experience in facilities management, preferably in manufacturing environments
Demonstrated experience managing capital projects and comprehensive maintenance programs
Proven experience with vendor management, contract negotiation, and budget management
Advanced knowledge of building systems, maintenance requirements, and CMMS implementation and utilization
Strong leadership abilities with excellent problem-solving, analytical thinking, and relationship-building skills
Proficiency in Excel and facility management software systems with the ability to present complex projects to executive leadership
Valid driver's license required
Travel between sites across multiple states required

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree in Facility Management or related field
Professional certifications such as CPM (Certified Property Manager), RPA (Real Property Administrator), or CSM (Certified Systems Maintenance)
Experience supporting corporate roll-out projects and creating execution scopes for other departments
Knowledge of standard business and accounting practices specific to facility operations
Experience partnering with EH&S teams to maintain regulatory compliance in manufacturing environments
Demonstrated track record of providing excellent internal and external customer service
Experience with third-party property owner relationships and contract compliance management

Responsibilities

Oversee daily operations of assigned manufacturing facilities, managing all building systems including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, lighting, and security to ensure a safe and productive environment
Utilize CMMS to schedule, track, and manage work orders while maintaining and enhancing preventative maintenance programs to minimize equipment failures and maximize operational efficiency
Perform repair/replace analytics for building infrastructure and mechanical systems, analyzing maintenance outliers to determine root causes and direct appropriate corrective actions
Prepare and manage facility budgets, track variances, and oversee capital budgets, R&M spend, and G&A expenditures to ensure alignment with organizational goals
Identify, qualify, and manage relationships with national and regional vendors, negotiating contracts and monitoring performance to ensure service delivery meets standards
Plan, schedule, and execute approved capital projects and facility renovation initiatives on time, within scope, and on budget with minimal disruption to production processes
Lead and develop your team of facility management professionals through actionable career development plans and participation in compensation planning processes