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Sr. Facilities Manager

JLL
parental leave, paid time off, 401(k)
United States, New York, Latham
Jul 17, 2025

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Job Description Summary

The Senior Facility Manager is responsible for managing a commercial/industrial facility, ensuring compliance with the client, local, state, and federal requirements while optimizing operational efficiency. This role oversees facility maintenance, capital projects, preventative maintenance programs, and manages a team of facility management professionals. The position serves as a subject matter expert for all facility-related matters and acts as the key liaison between operations teams, leadership, vendors, and property owners.

Key Responsibilities

Facility Management & Operations

  • Oversee day-to-day operations of assigned manufacturing facilities, ensuring a safe, productive, and professional work environment
  • Manage all facility systems including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, lighting, and security systems
  • Comprehend, maintain and enhance the preventative maintenance program to minimize equipment failures and maximize operational efficiency
  • Utilize CMMS to schedule, track, and manage work orders, ensuring timely maintenance and issue resolution
  • Perform repair/replace analytics and decision-making for building infrastructure, production equipment, and mechanical systems
  • Analyze maintenance outliers, determine root causes, and direct appropriate action
  • Ensure proper servicing of machinery and equipment to prevent unplanned downtime

Budget & Resource Management

  • Prepare, submit, and manage facility budgets aligned with organizational goals and objectives
  • Track budget variances and ensure smooth recovery processes
  • Manage and monitor capital budgets, R&M spend, and G&A expenditures
  • Oversee the procurement of supplies, materials, and equipment necessary for facility operations
  • Support prompt collection of management fees and reimbursements from third-party tenants (if applicable)

Vendor & Contractor Management

  • Identify, qualify, select, and develop national/regional vendors for repairs and scheduled maintenance programs
  • Grow and manage relationships with outside vendors and contractors
  • Negotiate contracts and ensure delivery of services as agreed upon
  • Monitor vendor performance and manage warranty of equipment and work performed
  • Act as the field contact for problem resolution with landlords or property managers

Project Management

  • Plan, schedule, and execute all approved capital projects to completion on time, within scope, and on budget
  • Lead and coordinate facility renovation projects with minimal disruption to production processes
  • Maintain detailed project timelines, budget reports, and risk management strategies
  • Support corporate roll-out projects and assist other departments with scope creation and execution

Compliance & Safety

  • Ensure compliance with portfolio-wide initiatives and required local, state, and federal laws/regulations
  • Develop and implement safety protocols for maintenance teams
  • Partner with EH&S to maintain regulatory compliance in a manufacturing environment

Team & Relationship Management

  • Lead and develop a team of Facility Management professionals
  • Build actionable and measurable career development plans for direct reports
  • Participate in compensation planning process
  • Maintain effective relationships with third-party owners (Landlords), ensuring contract compliance
  • Partner with IT, HR, and other departments to support cross-functional needs
  • Provide consistent communication to national/regional leadership on all projects

Qualifications

Education & Certifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Facility Management, or equivalent combination of education and experience required
  • Advanced degree preferred
  • Professional certifications such as CPM, RPA, or CSM highly desirable

Experience

  • 8+ years of experience in facilities management, preferably in manufacturing environments
  • Demonstrated experience managing capital projects and maintenance programs
  • Experience with vendor management and contract negotiation

Skills & Knowledge

  • Strong leadership and relationship-building skills
  • Excellent problem-solving abilities and analytical thinking
  • Advanced knowledge of building systems and maintenance requirements
  • Proficient in budget management and financial analysis
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Experience presenting complex projects and regular site updates to executive level leaders
  • Excellent project management capabilities
  • Proficiency in Excel and facility management software systems
  • Experience with CMMS implementation and utilization
  • Knowledge of standard business and accounting practices
  • Proven record of providing excellent internal and external customer service

This position requires a detail-oriented professional who can balance strategic facility planning with hands-on operational management in a manufacturing setting. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a proactive approach to maintenance, strong vendor management skills, and the ability to lead cross-functional teams while ensuring operational continuity.

Estimated total compensation for this position:

121,200.00 - 175,700.00 USD per year

The total compensation range is an estimate and not guaranteed. An employment offer is based on an applicant's education, experience, skills, abilities, geographic location, internal equity and alignment with market data .

Location:

On-site -Latham, NY

If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet all the requirements. We're interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:

JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health. Some of these benefits may include:

  • 401(k) plan with matching company contributions

  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care

  • Paid parental leave at 100% of salary

  • Paid Time Off and Company Holidays

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