Facilities Leader: Build Safer, Smarter Building Operations

Cushman & Wakefield; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 116,000 - 136,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Health Savings Account

Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Cushman & Wakefield in Santa Clara, CA, seeks a Facilities Manager to lead the facilities organization for a campus of buildings. You will implement policies, manage day-to-day operations, and coordinate with tenants to ensure a safe, well-maintained environment aligned with client goals.

The role emphasizes contract management, budgeting, staff leadership, and vendor coordination. A Bachelor’s degree and 5–7 years of high-rise or campus experience are required; certifications (CFM/IFMA/BOMA)

Qualifications

• A minimum of 5-7 years of commercial high-rise, campus environment, and/or property portfolio management experience.
• Experience in leasing, construction, engineering and all facets of property operation and building management preferred.
• Experience with critical system environments desired.
• CMMS/Work Order Management experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day facility operations including custodial, life-safety, engineering and general maintenance.
• Manage contracts, review invoices, and ensure pricing adherence.
• Supervise maintenance programs for interior and exterior conditions.
• Respond promptly to tenant requests and coordinate with vendors and staff.
• Prepare budgets, financial reports, and purchase orders; support capital budgets.
• Ensure site documentation and reports are accurate and timely.

Skills

Communication Proficiency

Technical Proficiency

Problem Solving

Leadership

Teamwork

Financial Management

Relationship Management

Orienta tion

Education

Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Corporate Real Estate, Project Management, or Business Administration

Tools

CMMS/Work Order Management

Building Management Systems

Yardi knowledge

Job description

Cushman & Wakefield in Santa Clara, CA, seeks a Facilities Manager to lead the facilities organization for a campus of buildings. You will implement policies, manage day-to-day operations, and coordinate with tenants to ensure a safe, well-maintained environment aligned with client goals.

The role emphasizes contract management, budgeting, staff leadership, and vendor coordination. A Bachelor’s degree and 5–7 years of high-rise or campus experience are required; certifications (CFM/IFMA/BOMA)