Building Manager

The Building People; Martinsburg (WV); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Rx

Dental

Vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

The Building People in Martinsburg, West Virginia is seeking a Building Manager to oversee comprehensive facilities management for federal properties. This role includes coordinating maintenance, managing service contracts, and ensuring compliance with safety and operational standards.

Ideal candidates will have over five years of experience and a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field. The position offers competitive benefits, including health insurance and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in facilities management or building operations.
• Experience with GSA-managed buildings is highly desirable.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate building system repairs and monitor system performance.
• Oversee service contract performance and manage service requests.
• Maintain adequate inventories of facility parts and equipment.

Skills

Facilities management experience

Building operations coordination

Knowledge of HVAC and building systems

Communication skills

Inventory management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

The Building People, LLC, has an opening for a Building Manager to provide comprehensive facilities management support across multiple Federal building locations. This role serves as the primary liaison between organizational leadership and the General Services Administration (GSA) for building operations, maintenance activities, and facility service coordination. The position ensures facility systems operate effectively, supports infrastructure projects, and maintains compliance with environmental, safety, and operational standards.

Key Responsibilities

Facilities Operations & Maintenance

• Coordinate building system repairs and monitor system performance across all supported locations.
• Dispatch and manage service requests to the General Services Administration (GSA) for building maintenance, equipment repairs, and facility system issues.
• Monitor contractor performance and address deficiencies related to GSA-provided services.

Service Contract Oversight

• Monitor and evaluate performance of facility service providers including landscaping, snow removal, janitorial services, food services, and other building operations support functions.
• Coordinate corrective actions and elevate service issues as necessary.

Inventory and Asset Management

• Maintain adequate inventories of facility parts, equipment, and building supplies.
• Initiate requests for funding and purchasing through management for required supplies and materials.
• Conduct equipment audits and maintain accurate facility records and asset documentation.

Space Planning and Facility Coordination

• Develop and administer facility space planning initiatives to support organizational needs.
• Coordinate with leadership on the planning and implementation of facility improvement and construction projects.

Compliance and Program Monitoring

• Monitor and report compliance with Environmental, Energy Management, Fire Protection, Safety and Health, and Physical Security standards.
• Ensure adherence to federal and organizational policies related to facility operations.

Reporting and Cost Management

• Prepare facility cost estimates, operational reports, and performance metrics as requested by management.
• Provide data and analysis to support facility budgeting, planning, and operational decision‑making.

Required Experience & Skills

• Minimum 5 years of experience supporting facilities management, building operations, property management, or facility project coordination in commercial, government, or institutional environments.
• Experience coordinating building maintenance activities, repairs, and service requests with facilities service providers or property management organizations.
• Demonstrated experience working with federal facilities or GSA‑managed buildings is highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of facility operations, building systems, and maintenance coordination, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and general building infrastructure.
• Experience coordinating with facility service providers such as janitorial, landscaping, snow removal, maintenance contractors, and other building support services.
• Ability to monitor contractor performance and address service deficiencies to ensure operational standards are met.
• Experience managing facility inventory, equipment tracking, and asset records.
• Knowledge of space planning concepts and workplace planning coordination.
• Familiarity with environmental, energy management, fire protection, safety, and physical security compliance requirements related to facility operations.
• Ability to prepare cost estimates, operational reports, and performance metrics to support facility management decisions.
• Strong organizational and communication skills with the ability to coordinate between management, facility staff, and external service providers.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Preferred Education

• Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or a related field, or
• Equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience.

Additional Information

Competitive Benefits

• Medical & Rx
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Life Insurance/AD&D
• Long Term Disability and Short-Term Disability
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay

All positions require a background check after acceptance of our offer. The selected candidate will be eligible to begin employment before the background check has been finalized. However, continued employment will be contingent upon the results of your reference/background check from The Building People, LLC. Your position may require special credentialing, clearance, and access as a condition of employment. In the event the government or client does not sponsor or approve your clearance, it may result in termination of your employment.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case‑by‑case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e‑mail address.

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