Facilities Manager

Sodexo; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 74,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) Plan with Matching

Paid Time Off

Career Growth Opportunities

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Sodexo is seeking a dynamic Facilities Manager to lead maintenance, safety, and day-to-day operations at a private college. You will oversee building systems, coordinate maintenance, and manage service contracts to deliver a safe and efficient campus environment for students and faculty.

You will lead a team, drive space planning, and enforce safety and environmental standards while collaborating with internal teams and vendors to ensure high-quality facility services and timely maintenance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• 0-3 years of management experience.
• Experience in facilities management and day-to-day building operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team responsible for maintaining building systems, equipment, and infrastructure.
• Coordinate maintenance, janitorial services, space planning, and security protocols.
• Manage service contracts, vendor relationships, and safety compliance programs.
• Ensure a safe, functional, and welcoming campus environment for students and faculty.

Skills

Facilities management

Vendor management

Space planning

Safety compliance

Operational efficiency

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

We are seeking a dynamic, proactive Facilities Manager to lead the maintenance, safety, and day-to-day operational efficiency of our small private college, ensuring a safe, functional, and well-maintained campus environment for students and faculty.

In this role, you will lead a team responsible for maintaining building systems, equipment, and infrastructure to ensure optimal performance and compliance with all safety standards.

About the job

In this hands-on facilities role, you'll be the go-to expert ensuring building operations run smoothly, safely, and efficiently. From coordinating maintenance and janitorial services to managing space planning and security protocols, you'll play a key role in creating a functional, welcoming environment for all occupants.

Accountable for managing people, setting direction and deploying resources; typically is responsible for performance evaluation, pay reviews and hire/fire decisions. Results are primarily achieved through the work of others and typically depend on the manager's ability to influence and negotiate with parts of the organization. Progression within Career Band reflects acquisition of broad technical expertise, business and industry knowledge, and process and people leadership capabilities. Accountable for business, functional or operational areas, processes or programs, which may include dotted-line or matrixed management.

Pay Range: $74290 - $96140

What's in it for you

• Make a visible impact by ensuring seamless day-to-day facility operations and a safe, efficient workplace.
• Collaborate with internal teams and vendors to deliver high-quality building services and timely maintenance solutions.
• Take ownership of space planning and layout optimization that enhances productivity and user experience.
• Play a critical role in supporting safety protocols, emergency preparedness, and compliance standards.
• Gain hands-on experience managing key building systems, service contracts, and vendor relationships.
• Join a supportive and mission-driven team that values initiative, accountability, and operational excellence.
• Grow your career in facilities management with access to professional development and leadership opportunities.

What you'll bring

• Proven experience in facilities management or coordination, with a strong grasp of day-to-day building operations.
• Working knowledge of maintenance, janitorial, security, and mailroom services, with the skillset to manage vendors and service contracts.
• Experience in space planning and optimizing physical layouts to improve functionality and workplace flow.
• A proactive approach to safety, emergency preparedness, and compliance with building and environmental standards.
• Organizational and communication skills, with the skillset to collaborate effectively across teams and respond quickly to operational needs.

Requirements

• Education Requirement: Bachelor's degree, High School/GED or equivalent experience
• Management Experience: 0-3 years
• Related Experience: 0-3 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.