Director, Facilities & Maintenance

Fm Industries; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 163,000 - 187,000; Full time

Job summary

Fm Industries is seeking a.Director of Facilities & Maintenance to provide strategic oversight for facilities across California and Arizona, ensuring safety, reliability, and operational efficiency. The role includes capital projects, vendor management, and sustainability initiatives.

Ideal candidates will have 10+ years in facility management, a related bachelor's degree, and proven leadership. The position is based in Fremont, with flexibility for multiple West Coast sites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in facility management, ideally in a manufacturing environment, with multi-site oversight.
• Strong knowledge of building systems, infrastructure, maintenance best practices, and regulatory compliance.
• Expertise in capital project planning, budgeting, and operational efficiency strategies.
• Experience managing contracts, vendors, and service agreements across multiple locations.
• Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Multi-Site Facilities Management: Develop and implement a unified facilities strategy to ensure operational consistency, efficiency, and best practices across all locations.
• Infrastructure & Asset Management: Oversee maintenance, upgrades, and repairs of buildings, utilities, and critical infrastructure to maximize uptime and functionality.
• Safety & Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all facilities comply with OSHA, EPA, and other regulatory requirements, promoting workplace safety and environmental stewardship.
• Capital Projects & Budgeting: Lead capital improvement projects, manage facility-related budgets, and recommend investments in infrastructure improvements.
• Vendor & Contractor Oversight: Manage vendor relationships, negotiate contracts, and ensure high-quality service delivery for maintenance, security, and facility services.
• Energy & Sustainability Initiatives: Implement cost-effective energy management and sustainability strategies, focusing on efficiency and environmental responsibility.
• Emergency Preparedness & Risk Management: Develop and maintain contingency plans for emergency situations, ensuring business continuity and risk mitigation.
• Team Leadership & Collaboration: Provide strategic direction to site-level facility managers, fostering collaboration and ensuring alignment with company goals.
• Space Planning & Utilization: Oversee workspace planning, optimizing facility layouts to enhance productivity and accommodate growth needs.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Strategic Planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

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Director, Facilities & Maintenance

Regular Full-Time Senior Management Fremont, CA, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 5427

Salary Range: $162,837.00 To $187,262.00 Annually

DESCRIPTION:

The Facilities Director is responsible for the strategic oversight and management of facilities across all FM Industries manufacturing sites covering California and Arizona, ensuring operational efficiency, safety, compliance, and infrastructure reliability. This role oversees environmental compliance, space planning, and vendor relationships to optimize facility performance and support business objectives.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Multi-Site Facilities Management: Develop and implement a unified facilities strategy to ensure operational consistency, efficiency, and best practices across all locations.


• Infrastructure & Asset Management: Oversee maintenance, upgrades, and repairs of buildings, utilities, and critical infrastructure to maximize uptime and functionality.


• Safety & Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all facilities comply with OSHA, EPA, and other regulatory requirements, promoting workplace safety and environmental stewardship.


• Capital Projects & Budgeting: Lead capital improvement projects, manage facility-related budgets, and recommend investments in infrastructure improvements.


• Vendor & Contractor Oversight: Manage vendor relationships, negotiate contracts, and ensure high-quality service delivery for maintenance, security, and facility services.


• Energy & Sustainability Initiatives: Implement cost-effective energy management and sustainability strategies, focusing on efficiency and environmental responsibility.


• Emergency Preparedness & Risk Management: Develop and maintain contingency plans for emergency situations, ensuring business continuity and risk mitigation.


• Team Leadership & Collaboration: Provide strategic direction to site-level facility managers, fostering collaboration and ensuring alignment with company goals.


• Space Planning & Utilization: Oversee workspace planning, optimizing facility layouts to enhance productivity and accommodate growth needs.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field (advanced degree preferred).


• 10+ years of experience in facility management, ideally in a manufacturing environment, with multi-site oversight.


• Strong knowledge of building systems, infrastructure, maintenance best practices, and regulatory compliance.


• Expertise in capital project planning, budgeting, and operational efficiency strategies.


• Experience managing contracts, vendors, and service agreements across multiple locations.


• Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.

KEY COMPETENCIES:

• Strategic Planning & Execution


• Leadership & Team Development


• Compliance & Risk Management


• Energy Management & Sustainability


• Emergency Preparedness & Crisis Management


• Continuous Improvement & Operational Excellence

Can be based at Fremont, Livermore, CA or Phoenix, AZ