Assistant Facilities Director

Octapharma Plasma, Inc.

Charlotte (NC)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 160,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition Reimbursement

EAP

Job summary

Octapharma Plasma, Inc. is seeking a senior Facilities Manager in Charlotte, NC to lead daily operations of buildings, systems, and grounds. You will oversee maintenance programs, vendor partnerships, and a facilities team to ensure safe, compliant, and scalable operations across sites.

The role includes strategic planning, capital budgeting, disaster recovery, and risk management to support donor and staff experiences. Strong leadership and cross‑functional collaboration are essential.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, or related field is required.
5-7 years of work experience in engineering, construction, and project management.
Experience managing leases and leased properties.
5+ years of leadership experience managing teams and cross-functional partners.
Experience in multi-site, regulated operations (healthcare, labs, etc.) preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead the facilities team and manage projects and initiatives.
Provide developmental feedback and perform performance reviews.
Liaise with HR for talent acquisition and team development.
Oversee KPI performance, budgets, and on-time completion of work orders.
Direct construction and renovation nationwide with external contractors and vendors.
Develop capital plans and ensure projects stay within budget and schedule.
Support center relocation, disaster recovery, and safety compliance programs.
Manage vendor operations (security, maintenance, lighting, waste, etc.).
Prepare monthly project updates, costs, incidents, and productivity reports.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Team development

Vendor management

Budgeting

Strategic planning

Communication

Safety compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, or related field

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Want to Expand your career-development potential, your ability to help donors and patients, and your access to professional opportunities?

We’re growing fast. [You can, too!] This role leads the daily management and maintenance of the organization’s buildings, systems, and grounds to ensure efficient, safe, and compliant facility operations. It oversees maintenance programs, preventive workflows, repairs, vendor partnerships, and facilities staff to support reliable operations and a positive donor and staff experience. In addition to operational oversight, this role plays a key part in strategic facilities planning, including long‑term capital planning, lifecycle asset management, future site needs, and alignment of facility initiatives with organizational growth. The role also contributes to risk management, operational improvements, and the development of standards that enhance scalability and performance.

Job Summary

Want to Expand your career-development potential, your ability to help donors and patients, and your access to professional opportunities? This role leads the daily management and maintenance of the organization’s buildings, systems, and grounds to ensure efficient, safe, and compliant facility operations. It oversees maintenance programs, preventive workflows, repairs, vendor partnerships, and facilities staff to support reliable operations and a positive donor and staff experience. In addition to operational oversight, this role plays a key part in strategic facilities planning, including long-term capital planning, lifecycle asset management, future site needs, and alignment of facility initiatives with organizational growth. The role also contributes to risk management, operational improvements, and the development of standards that enhance scalability and performance.

This Is What You’ll Do

Responsible for team performance of projects and initiatives
Provide ongoing developmental feedback to team based on goal setting aligning with department and company strategy
Provide performance reviews according to company schedule
Liaise with HR for talent acquisition and development of team.
Accountable for team performance of KPI's to include project and work order completion, within budget, and on time.
Provide leadership development for team based on personal growth and the strategy of the company
Plan and direct the construction and renovation of all facilities nationwide through the supervision of external contractors, architects, engineers, and vendors to ensure maximum quality and efficiency at the lowest possible cost.
Develops and maintains the appropriate capital appropriation plans to ensure on time and within budget for each project.
Assist with the development of a center relocation and expansion strategy.
Assist with the development of a disaster recovery program including files of drawings, specifications and lists of contractors for each location.
Manage vendor operations including security, maintenance, sprinkler, fire extinguisher, lighting, plumbing, recycling, etc. for all Octapharma Plasma Inc locations including corporate, donor centers, laboratory and warehouse.
Provide monthly reports to the Director of Facilities regarding project updates, project costs, new issues, productivity/accomplishments, incidents and work order details.
Investigate site incidents.
Participate in the Octapharma Plasma’s Safety Committee and coordinate safety management activity along with the human resources department on OSHA compliance, hazard analysis, SDS management, job safety analysis, personal protective equipment management, training, and safety inspections.
Act as Chief Fire Warden.
Act as the emergency services contact in local and national emergencies.
Chemical hazardous & non-hazardous waste vendor management
Obtain environmental permits and certificates as required.
Ensure building access security.
Provide after-hours contact/availability.
Drive the development of a standard for plasma donation centers that maximizes durability, standardization and functionality to minimize cost.
Ensure effective cost spend on all projects utilizing internal and external partners to value engineer
Responsible for cross department collaboration and alignment on solutions for operational excellence, remodels, and maintenance of existing properties.
Drives strategic initiatives and ensures proper support to key stakeholders
Responsible for strategic planning collaborating with internal stakeholders for all property related initiatives to include planning, budgeting, and executing on the initiatives.
Leading the facilities team in execution of the strategic plans impacting all properties
Creating capital and maintenance budgets for all owned and leased properties.
Optimize the operating model and organizational structure.
Responsible for optimizing and maintaining department job descriptions.
Collaborates with team, external partners, and internal stakeholders to problem solve property related issues

This Is What It Takes

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, or other related field required.
5 - 7 years’ work experience in engineering, construction, and project management required.
Experience managing leases and leased properties required.
5+ years of leadership experience, including managing teams, contractors, and cross‑functional partners required.
Demonstrated experience managing large-scale projects, including new builds, renovations, and capital improvements required.
Experience in multi-site, regulated, or high-volume operations (healthcare, manufacturing, labs, logistics, retail networks, etc.) strongly preferred.

Required Certifications, Licenses, and Registrations

Professional Engineer’s and/or Real Estate license preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Strong understanding of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, life safety, and energy management.
Expertise in multi-site construction project management, scheduling, contracting, and inspection coordination.
Knowledge of preventive maintenance programs, CMMS systems, and facility workflow planning.
Proficiency in reading and interpreting architectural and engineering drawings.
Ability to lead OSHA, EPA, and safety compliance programs.
Strong leadership, communication, problem-solving, and vendor‑negotiation skills.
Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and coordinate across teams and departments.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with a customer‑service focus.
Detail‑oriented, project‑focused, and computer‑proficient.

Physical Requirements

Position works in-office at the corporate location
Ability to sit for extended periods of time
Ability to use a computer and other office equipment
Ability to occasionally lift and carry up to 20 pounds
Ability to reach, bend, and stoop as necessary
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
Ability to focus and concentrate on tasks for extended periods
Ability to navigate the office environment safely, including stairs and elevators
Ability to travel up to 30% via airplane or vehicle
Ability to use assistive devices if needed for mobility or communication

Do Satisfying Work. Earn Real Rewards And Benefits

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