Corporate Facilities Manager, Safety - TN

Colonial Group; Lebanon (TN); On-site; USD 95,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k + match

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance + Hs

Employer paid Life Insurance

PTO

Sick Leave

Employee discounts

Training programs

Job summary

Velocity Vehicle Group is seeking an experienced Corporate Facilities Manager to oversee multi-site maintenance, vendor partnerships, and critical infrastructure. You will lead maintenance programs, ensure uptime, and drive cost-efficient operations across our US locations.

This role requires strong vendor negotiation, service-contract oversight, and compliance with safety and regulatory requirements. Travel up to 50% across company locations is expected, with a focus on standardizing preventive

Qualifications

• 5-7+ years of experience in commercial facility management or related field.
• Minimum 3 years managing multi-site operations.
• Strong understanding of building systems, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, life-safety.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate and oversee third-party vendors and service contracts.
• Manage facility operations across multiple sites and ensure uptime.
• Develop preventive maintenance and cost-optimization plans.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Strategic planning

Vendor management

Cost optimization

Job description

Who We Are:

Velocity Vehicle Group (VVG) is a premium commercial brand medium to heavy truck dealership that offers the full-service experience for our customers, from an outstanding sales organization to highly skilled technicians to service your vehicle, and on demand parts.Our goal is to be your one stop shop experts for all truckers, owner operators, fleets and companies.This coupled with our Leasing and Rental business and our Financial services business make VVG the leading Truck dealership.

What’s in it for You:

VVG is a fast paced and growing organization that is looking for candidates that are ready for a daily challenge and cannot wait to provide superior customer service both internally and externally.VVG offersfantastic Culture in an easy going family-like businessas well as competitive pay, 401K W/Match, Medical, Dental, & Vision benefits.

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Corporate Facilities Manager to oversee multi-site facility maintenance operations, vendor partnerships, and technical infrastructure across our organization. This role is responsible for ensuring maximum equipment uptime, regulatory compliance, and cost-effective facility operations through strategic vendor management, maintenance planning, and oversight of critical building systems.

The successful candidate will provide leadership and accountability for facility operations, maintenance programs, service contracts, and infrastructure performance across multiple locations while driving operational efficiencies and cost optimization initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Vendor & Service Contract Management

• Negotiate, manage, and oversee third-party vendors, specialized technicians, and subcontractors, including janitorial, landscaping, roofing, pest control, and specialized equipment service providers.
• Monitor contractor performance, ensure compliance with Service Level Agreements (SLAs), and conduct regular vendor performance reviews.
• Centralize and manage contract administration to improve service consistency and address performance concerns in a timely manner.
• Develop scopes of work, evaluate vendor proposals, and maintain strong vendor relationships across all locations.

Facilities & Infrastructure Management

Provide oversight, maintenance planning, and escalation support for critical building systems, including:

• HVAC systems and environmental controls
• Fire protection, life-safety, alarm, and security systems
• Commercial electrical infrastructure and emergency power systems
• Plumbing and backflow prevention systems
• Elevator systems
• Roofing and building structures
• Waste management and recycling programs
• Landscaping and grounds maintenance
• Pest control services

Financial Management & Cost Optimization

• Analyze facility maintenance expenditures and identify opportunities for efficiency improvements and cost reductions.
• Leverage multi-site purchasing power to negotiate competitive pricing and service agreements with vendors and suppliers.
• Assist in the development and management of annual operating maintenance budgets.
• Support capital repair and infrastructure improvement projects while ensuring fiscal accountability.

Site Support & Operational Excellence

• Standardize preventive maintenance programs and best practices across all facilities.
• Serve as the primary escalation point for facility-related emergencies, equipment failures, and system outages.
• Partner with local site leadership to communicate and implement facility programs, contract changes, and operational initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications & Experience

Required Experience

• 5-7+ years of experience in commercial facility management, maintenance operations, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience managing multi-site or regional facility operations.

Technical Knowledge

Strong understanding of:

• Commercial HVAC systems
• Electrical systems and emergency power infrastructure
• Commercial plumbing systems
• Fire protection and life-safety systems
• Backflow prevention systems
• Building maintenance and compliance requirements

Vendor & Contract Management

• Proven experience negotiating service agreements and vendor contracts.
• Demonstrated ability to manage third-party vendor performance and service delivery.
• Experience developing scopes of work and evaluating contractor proposals.

Financial & Analytical Skills

• Experience managing maintenance budgets and capital expenditure projects.
• Strong financial acumen with the ability to analyze costs and implement cost-containment strategies.
• Ability to identify operational trends, inefficiencies, and improvement opportunities through data analysis.

KPI & Performance Management

• Experience developing, tracking, and reporting on key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Ability to use data to drive decision-making and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Communication

• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to translate technical information into actionable business insights.
• Bilingual communication skills are considered an asset.

Travel Requirements

• Ability to travel up to 50% across company locations as required.

Compensation:

• Annual: $95,000- $105,000 (depending on the experience) 90% Base Salary (guaranteed compensation) plus 10% Annual Performance Incentive tied to Cost Reduction, Budget Optimization, Operational Performance, Compliance, and Key Responsibility achievement.
• Full-Time position

Benefits Velocity Vehicle Group Offers:

• Fantastic Culture in an easy-going family-like business
• 401k + match
• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance + HAS & FSA
• Employer paid Life Insurance
• PTO
• Sick Leave
• Company perks such as employee discounts, company events and training programs

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.
• Must be able to pass post offer drug test, and physical

This job description is intended to describe the general nature, complexity and level of work to be performed by employees assigned to this position, and is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and/or skills required.It does not prescribe or restrict the work that may be assigned.Furthermore, this does not establish a contract for employment and is subject to change at the discretion of the company.

Velocity Vehicle Group is an equal opportunity employer. Velocity Vehicle Group prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.