Building Facilities Manager

Society for College and University Planning; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 51,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Operations Manager to oversee facilities maintenance at a prestigious medical school. This role is critical for ensuring that building operations align with the highest standards of care, supporting a dynamic research environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in facility management, excellent customer service skills, and a collaborative spirit. Join a team that values preparedness for change and fosters a culture of support and teamwork. If you are passionate about maintaining a top-tier facility and enhancing the academic experience, this is the opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent and 3-5 years relevant experience required.
• Demonstrated understanding of technical systems in large research labs.

Responsibilities

• Manage facilities maintenance and operations at the Perelman School of Medicine.
• Serve as liaison for daily operations and customer feedback.

Skills

Customer Service

Managerial Skills

Technical Planning

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Engineering/Facility Management

Job description

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Posted: 2/3/25
Deadline: 6/30/25
Salary: $51,824.00 - $80,000.00
Reference Number: JR00088689

About This Organization

University of Pennsylvania

Job Duties

The O&E Operations Manager works with building service providers to ensure all facilities maintenance, repairs, and general building operations, specifically related to programmatic occupants at the Perelman School of Medicine (“PSOM”) are conducted with compliant Standard of Care in support of the School. The Manager enforces Standard of Care commensurate with established standards, using extensive knowledge, experience, and expertise, to maintain and enhance the physical environment and protect and preserve research resources at the PSOM. This position serves as a principal liaison for the administration and coordination of daily facilities operations with various departments to ensure optimum delivery and performance of housekeeping, maintenance, building systems, utilities, and minor construction services. This position serves as a follow-up contact for PSOM customers including faculty, students, and staff as appropriate and provides feedback to customers on work status. The Operations Manager is on call with respect to facility emergencies. This position serves as a backup for the Sr Building Administrators and/or Director of On-Campus Operations in their absence. This position is considered “essential.”

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree or four-year college equivalent is required and 3-5 years relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Prefer Engineering/Facility Management or related and 5-7 years relevant experience. Understanding of internal customer activities. Customer service competencies and the ability to focus on the needs of others. Ability to be a positive influence on the work team. Approachable, positive attitude resulting in increased collaboration and support of group initiatives. This position requires a demonstrated understanding of technical aspects of planning for, operating, and maintaining mechanical, plumbing, electrical, and structural systems, and housekeeping services of large and complex research laboratories. Demonstrated managerial skills required.

Salary

$51,824.00 - $80,000.00

Other Info

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