Facilities Engineering Regulatory Compliance Manager

Sodexo; Rahway (NJ); On-site; USD 89,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complex systems ownership

Team leadership

Client collaboration

Budget management

Data-driven operations

Safety compliance

Mission-driven environment

Job summary

Sodexo is seeking a Regulatory Compliance Manager to support a Pharma client in Rahway, NJ. You will oversee pressure vessel, LDAR, and safety valve compliance across the campus, ensuring regulatory standards are met while enhancing safety, reliability, and performance of industrial systems across a multi-building life sciences campus.

In this operational leadership role, you’ll manage inspections, audits, surveys, and budgets, lead a small team, and coordinate with vendors and clients to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• 3 years of management experience.
• 3–5 years related experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee facilities and engineering services to ensure compliant performance across systems and teams.
• Manage inspections, audits, and surveys to meet regulatory standards and improve safety and reliability.
• Develop staff and drive continuous improvement in service delivery.
• Budgeting, vendor management, and client relationship activities to support service excellence.

Skills

Facilities management

Budgeting

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Sodexo is seeking a Regulatory Compliance Manager to support a Pharma client in Rahway NJ. As an operations expert, you’ll be responsible for pressure vessel, LDAR, and safety valve compliance across the campus.

You’ll manage inspections, audits, and surveys to ensure regulatory standards are met while enhancing the safety, reliability, and performance of industrial systems across a multi-building life sciences campus.

About the job

In this operational leadership role, you’ll oversee and optimize facilities and engineering services to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant performance across all systems and teams. You’ll manage everything from mechanical systems and maintenance workflows to budgeting, safety programs, and client relationships, all while developing staff and driving continuous improvement in service delivery.

The role of an individual contributor within the organization focuses on completing specific tasks and projects; contributing directly through their skills and expertise. Performs specialized technical tasks to support operations. Work is primarily achieved independently, however may collaborate with a team.

Pay Range: $89250 - $115500

What’s in it for you

• Take ownership of complex building systems and maintenance programs that keep operations running smoothly.
• Build and lead a high-performing team with a strong focus on safety, training, and development.
• Collaborate closely with clients and stakeholders to deliver reliable, responsive, and technical solutions.
• Gain experience managing budgets, vendor relationships, and service contracts in a dynamic environment.
• Use data and CMMS tools to streamline workflows and enhance operational efficiency.
• Play a key role in ensuring compliance with safety standards and quality assurance protocols.
• Be part of a mission-driven organization where your leadership directly impacts people, performance, and facilities uptime.

What you’ll bring

• Proven experience managing facilities, mechanical systems, or engineering operations in a complex environment.
• Technical skills combined with financial acumen to support budgeting, resource allocation, and performance tracking.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to engage frontline teams, vendors, and client stakeholders.
• Hands-on knowledge of CMMS/work order systems and experience driving operational improvements through data and reporting.
• A proactive, safety-first mindset with the skillset to coordinate multiple projects while ensuring compliance and service excellence.

Requirements

• Education Requirement: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• Management Experience: 3 years
• Related Experience: 3-5 years

What we offer

Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
• 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement

More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.

Who we are

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.

Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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