Facility Manager Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Seven or more years of professional experience in facilities management, construction management, or design of restaurant, retail, or commercial buildings.
• A degree in Engineering, Architecture, Building Science, or Business is required.
• Working knowledge of building components and mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
• Restaurant equipment and/or foodservice experience.
• Working knowledge of applicable codes and ADA requirements.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple fast-paced projects.
• Ability to build and maintain professional relationships.
• Strong communication skills.
• A sense of urgency to ensure project throughput.
• Solution-oriented approach.
• Computer and technology capability.
• Ability to travel with 50 to 100 overnight stays per year.
• Must live full-time in the Dallas area.
• Must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis; the employer will not sponsor work visas.

Responsibilities

• Conduct annual site surveys of facilities and equipment, report current conditions, and develop repair and maintenance scopes of work.
• Develop and execute three-year plans for facilities and equipment.
• Build and maintain relationships with property owners, tenants, vendors, contractors, Operators, and Corporate Staff.
• Develop accurate project costs and assign, execute, and close out repair, maintenance, and equipment projects identified through assessments and notifications.
• Deliver projects within scope and budget, on schedule, and in partnership with Operators and team members.
• Communicate planned work and schedules effectively to Operators and Corporate Staff.
• Manage repair and maintenance work for building components, MEP systems, finishes, equipment, signage, and site components.
• Develop and coordinate scheduled maintenance plans and activities.
• Develop regional repair and maintenance contractors and update regional repair and maintenance costs.
• Address existing-facility and equipment needs involving lighting, flooring, walls, ceilings, doors, seating, playgrounds, menu and sign systems, food preparation and refrigeration equipment, HVAC, exhaust systems, plumbing and grease containment, cooking equipment, and parking lots.
• Identify building and system problems that may be addressed through improved design or construction practices and communicate them to relevant partners.
• Train and coach Operators, Corporate Staff, and contractors on facilities management processes and objectives.
• Assist with annual budget development by identifying planned and deferred regional projects.
• Provide feedback to cross-functional partners, including Specialty Consulting, Reinvestment, and New Store Construction.
• Maintain baseline knowledge of specific equipment and building systems.
• Transition restaurants from New Store Construction and Strategic Reinvestment to Facilities Management and support restaurants during the 12-month warranty period.
• Support the Test and Rollout team through project planning, partner management, and Operator and team-member coordination.
• Support initiatives involving Custom Project Solutions, Specialty Consulting, Supply Chain, Food Safety, and Operator Transitions.
• Manage closings of mall and freestanding locations.
• Complete additional duties as assigned and provide after-hours support.