Facilities Manager

JLL; Spencerville (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

JLL is seeking a Facilities Manager to oversee the operation, maintenance, and optimization of building systems and services in a corporate setting. You will balance day-to-day operations with long-term planning, ensuring safety, efficiency, and sustainability across all spaces managed.

The role involves leading engineers, technicians, and service providers, managing budgets, and maintaining strong client relationships while driving energy efficiency and compliance initiatives.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of progressive experience in facilities management or property management.
• Solid knowledge of building systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire/life safety, and building automation.
• Proven ability to manage budgets and control costs while maintaining service excellence.
• Demonstrated leadership with experience coordinating multiple service providers.
• Excellent client-facing and communication skills to manage client expectations.
• Proficiency in CMMS and Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Oversee facilities operations including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, life safety, and building automation for optimal performance.
• Develop and manage operational budgets, tracking expenditures and identifying cost-saving opportunities.
• Lead and coordinate facilities teams, engineers, technicians, and service providers.
• Conduct regular building inspections, preventive maintenance, and audits.
• Manage vendor relationships, negotiate contracts, and ensure safety and performance of third parties.
• Respond to facility emergencies with swift, effective solutions minimizing disruption.
• Collaborate with clients to understand needs and deliver tailored facilities solutions.
• Drive sustainability by implementing energy-efficient practices and monitoring performance metrics.
• Maintain documentation including maintenance records and compliance certificates.

Skills

CMMS

Microsoft Office

Team leadership

Budget management

Vendor management

Building automation

Tools

CMMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Facilities Manager - JLL

What this job involves: As a Facilities Manager at JLL, you'll be at the forefront of creating exceptional workplace experiences by overseeing the seamless operation, maintenance, and optimization of critical building systems and services. This role demands a strategic thinker who can balance day-to-day operational excellence with long-term facility planning, ensuring that every space we manage meets the highest standards of safety, efficiency, and sustainability. You'll serve as the primary point of contact for clients, building strong relationships while leading cross-functional teams to deliver integrated facilities solutions.

What your day-to-day will look like:

• Oversee all facilities operations including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, life safety systems, and building automation, ensuring optimal performance and compliance with regulatory standards
• Develop and manage operational budgets, tracking expenditures and identifying cost-saving opportunities while maintaining service quality
• Lead, mentor, and coordinate facilities teams including engineers, technicians, and service providers to deliver exceptional results
• Conduct regular building inspections and audits, proactively identifying maintenance needs and implementing preventive maintenance programs
• Manage vendor relationships, negotiate contracts, and ensure all third-party service providers meet performance expectations and safety requirements
• Respond to facility emergencies and critical incidents with swift, effective solutions that minimize disruption to building operations
• Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to understand their needs, provide strategic recommendations, and deliver tailored facilities solutions
• Drive sustainability initiatives by implementing energy-efficient practices and monitoring environmental performance metrics
• Maintain comprehensive documentation including maintenance records, compliance certificates, incident reports, and operational procedures

Required qualifications:

• 4+ years of progressive experience in facilities management, building operations, or property management
• Strong knowledge of building systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire/life safety, and building automation systems
• Proven track record of managing operational budgets and controlling costs while maintaining service excellence
• Demonstrated leadership ability with experience managing teams and coordinating multiple service providers
• Excellent client-facing and communication skills with ability to build strong relationships and manage expectations
• Proficiency in computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) and Microsoft Office Suite

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience managing large-scale commercial, corporate, or institutional facilities
• Project management experience including capital improvements, renovations, or building system upgrades
• Experience working in a corporate real estate services or third-party facilities management environment

Location: Spencerville, OH