Building Manager

Commonwealth Fusion Systems; Milpitas (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible vacation days

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer matching

Generous parental leave policy

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Commonwealth Fusion Systems is seeking a Building Manager in Milpitas, California. The role involves overseeing workplace operations, managing vendor contracts for lab supplies and janitorial services, and ensuring a clean and welcoming environment. You will play a key role in supporting employee experiences and engagement activities.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of experience, with a strong service-oriented mindset and effective communication skills. The position offers a competitive salary range of $90,000 – $145,000 annually along with benefits.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a related position.
• Experience working with service providers, such as janitorial.
• Ability to build collaborative relationships with employees, vendors, and cross-functional partners.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day workplace operations focusing on employee experience.
• Manage supply and stocking of PPE and lab cleaning supplies.
• Coordinate janitorial schedules and cleaning standards.

Skills

Service-oriented mindset

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Problem-solving skills

Organizational skills

Tools

Confluence

Jira

Job description

Building Manager

The Building Manager will oversee day-to-day workplace operations focusing on employee experience and support services. This includes lab supplies and services, food programs, janitorial services, and general office support to create a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for all employees. The role partners closely with vendors, facilities staff, landlord and internal teams to deliver high-quality, reliable services. It is an on‑site, Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm position that may require occasional overtime for special projects and activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Cleanroom PPE & Gowning
  • Manage supply and stocking of PPE (gowning, gloves, hairnets, booties, etc.)
  • Manage supply and stocking of lab cleaning supplies (wipes, IPA squeeze bottles, etc.)
  • Oversee vendor contracts, orders, deliveries, and quality control
• Food Services & Catering
  • Manage food and beverage programs, including catering, snacks, and special events
  • Oversee vendor contracts, orders, deliveries, and quality control
  • Monitor budgets and track usage to ensure cost-effective solutions
• Janitorial & Soft Services
  • Coordinate janitorial schedules, cleaning standards, and periodic deep cleans
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for janitorial vendors, ensuring service meets company expectations
  • Manage other soft services such as waste management, recycling, and pest control
• Vendor & Contract Management
  • Participate in negotiating service contracts and monitor vendor performance
  • Develop strong vendor relationships to ensure reliable and responsive support
• Employee Experience & Office Operations
  • Maintain shared spaces (kitchens, breakrooms, meeting rooms, lobbies) to ensure cleanliness and functionality
  • Partner with Execs, HR, and Facilities to support onsite employee engagement activities
  • Act as a point of contact for employee requests related to lab supplies, food, office supplies, and janitorial needs
  • Manage and maintain employee badging issuance for Milpitas and associated supplies
  • Support visitor management system and guest entry, ensuring compliance while providing a welcoming experience (IT owns the system)
• Administration & Reporting
  • Assist and support regulatory compliance tasks to keep us compliant with City, County, and State regulations
  • Track and reconcile invoices, budgets, and service costs
  • Maintain accurate documentation of vendor agreements, service schedules, and compliance requirements
  • Provide regular updates on soft services performance and opportunities for improvement
• Special Projects
  • Leading the stockroom organization and floorstock program
  • Oversee/drive 6S projects for lab and office spaces
  • Help cover shipping/receiving during Logistics Coordinator lunch shifts
  • Assist in building programs for managing inventory, critical spare parts, etc. through Mendix, Jira, and Confluence
  • Support team building activities
  • Support office space changes and improvements
  • Organize and support holiday events

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a related position
• Experience working with service providers, such as janitorial
• Service-oriented mindset with strong attention to detail and organization
• Ability to build collaborative relationships with employees, vendors, and cross-functional partners
• Crucial soft skills, such as communication, leadership, conflict resolution, and stakeholder management
• Problem-solving skills with a proactive approach
• Proficient in using Confluence and Jira for project coordination, documentation management, and task tracking
• Financial acumen to manage budgets effectively

Must-Have Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs occasionally
• Perform activities such as stooping, climbing, standing, and sitting for extended periods of time
• Willingness to travel or work required nights, weekends, or on-call occasionally
• Dedication to safety to mitigate industrial hazards that may include heat, cold, noise, fumes, strong magnets, lead (Pb), high voltage, high current, pressure systems, and cryogenics

Compensation and Benefits

$90,000 – $145,000 a year. Salary range for this full-time position includes equity and benefits.

• Competitive compensation with equity
• 13 company-wide holidays
• Flexible vacation days
• 10 sick days
• Generous parental leave policy
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Professional growth opportunities
• Team-building activities

Equal Opportunity Employer

At CFS, we excel in fast-paced environments, driven by our values of integrity, execution, impact, and self-critique. We value diversity deeply and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer by choice. We consider all qualified applicants equally, regardless of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law.

This role requires compliance with U.S. laws concerning the export of controlled or protected technologies or information (Export Control Laws). Any offer of employment will be contingent on the need for compliance with such Export Control Laws.