Facilities Manager

Cushman & Wakefield; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 153,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement savings plan

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Cushman & Wakefield is seeking a results-driven Facilities Manager to oversee daily operations, safety programs, vendor management, and performance of commercial facilities. You will manage budgets, conduct preventive maintenance, and coordinate on capital projects to ensure client satisfaction and operational excellence.

The role requires strong leadership, project management, and a track record in managing complex properties, with deep knowledge of CMMS, building systems, and regulatory

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in facilities management or related field required.
• 5–7 years of commercial high‑rise, campus or portfolio management experience required.
• Experience with leasing, construction, engineering and property operation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day‑to‑day facility operations including custodial, life-safety, engineering and site services.
• Manage contracts, review invoices and ensure pricing alignment.
• Supervise maintenance programs for interior and exterior properties.
• Coordinate budgets, financial reports, and purchase orders.
• Develop and monitor annual budget, reforecast and five‑year capital plan.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.

Skills

Communication Proficiency

Technical Proficiency

Problem Solving/Analysis

Leadership

Teamwork Orientation

Relationship Management

Financial Management

Education

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

Tools

CMMS/Work Order Management

Yardi

Building Management Systems

Job description

Job Title Facilities Manager Job Description Summary Results-driven Facilities Manager with experience overseeing the daily operations, maintenance, and performance of commercial facilities while ensuring a safe, efficient, and compliant work environment. Manage building systems, vendor relationships, preventive maintenance programs, budgets, and capital improvement projects to support operational excellence and client satisfaction. Coordinate with stakeholders to ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations, optimize facility performance, and deliver high-quality workplace services. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, negotiate service contracts, control operating costs, and implement continuous process improvements while maintaining exceptional customer service standards. Skilled in facility operations, project management, budget administration, CMMS systems, regulatory compliance, and vendor management.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure the day-to-day operations of the facility(ies) or campus, including custodial, life-safety, engineering, site services, and general maintenance, are implemented and carried out in a manner consistent with C&W policies and client directives
• Manage all contracts to ensure they are reviewed on a regular basis and are bid out as required; verify that invoices match contract pricing
• Supervise all maintenance programs relating to the interior and exterior conditions and appearance of the properties
• Respond positively and promptly to requests from building tenants and occupants.
• Oversee the implementation of ongoing contract programs to constantly assess tenant and occupant needs and to ensure problems are being solved promptly to the mutual benefit of the tenant, client, and the properties in accordance with contract scope and Service Level Agreements (SLA’s)
• Ensure that all site-specific documentation and reports are completed accurately and on time, including (and as applicable): Property Information Book, Site Operating Manual, Emergency Procedures Manual, IIPP Manual, Local Code Compliance Log, ADA Compliance Log, OSHA Log, Safety Meeting Log, Elevator Logs, Janitorial Log, Purchase Order Log, Vendor Certificates of Insurance, As-built Drawings, IIPP Manual, Paid Invoices File, General Files, Contract Files, Annual Property Conditions and Year-end Performance Report, and other reports and documentation, as required
• Prepare, review, and give initial approval and as needed all budgets, financial reports (monthly and quarterly), contracts, expenditures and purchase orders related to the facility(ies) or complex.
• Coordinate the preparation and publication of the annual budget, quarterly reforecast, and business plans
• Assist in the development of capital budgets for the property. This includes contributions towards a five-year plan of maintenance, facility improvement, and cost reduction initiatives
• Collect, analyze and report statistical data as may be required to provide accurate and current assessment of facility management objectives
• Hire, train and motivate facility personnel. Maintain positive staff relations. Conduct or approve performance evaluations for staff
• Thoroughly familiar with the management contract and all requirements contained therein
• Monitor and ensure that tenants and vendors comply with insurance requirements and coordinate all claims, as required

KEY COMPETENCIES

1. 1. Communication Proficiency (oral and written)
2. 2. Technical Proficiency
3. 3. Problem Solving/Analysis
4. 4. Leadership
5. 5. Teamwork Orientation
6. 6. Relationship Management
7. 7. Financial Management

IMPORTANT EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s degree in Facilities Management, Corporate Real Estate, Project Management, or Business Administration required

IMPORTANT EXPERIENCE

• A minimum of 5-7 years of commercial high-rise, campus environment, and/or property portfolio management experience required
• Experience in leasing, construction, engineering and all facets of property operation and building management preferred
• Experience with critical system environments desired
• Experience in the development and implementation of programs to drive out cost inefficiencies preferred
• CMMS/Work Order Management experience preferred

ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS

• Certified Facility Manager (CFM), International Facilities Management Association (IFMA), Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA) industry certifications recommended; other Engineering, Business or technical training or certifications preferred
• Ability to read and understand construction specifications and blueprints
• Proficient in understanding management agreements and contract language
• Excellent computer and systems knowledge: Strong literacy in Microsoft Office Suite (MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
• Strong discipline of financial management including financial tracking, budgeting and forecasting
• Knowledge of Financial Systems (Yardi a plus)
• Skilled in Building Management Systems maintenance and monitoring

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. Regularly required to travel outside between properties in varying weather conditions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may need to travel from floor to floor, climb stairs, and may be required to travel outside between buildings in varying outdoor weather conditions. The employee may also be regularly required to remain in a stationary position (sit or stand) for 85% of the time; regularly use hands to operate office machinery and regularly required to walk, talk, and hear.

OTHER DUTIES

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice. Cushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life, and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements. The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidate’s experience and qualifications. The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role. The compensation for the position is: $ 153,000.00 - $180,000.00 Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman & Wakefield, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or email [e-mail]. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.

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About Cushman & Wakefield Cushman & Wakefield Cushman & Wakefield (NYSE: CWK) is a leading global commercial real estate services firm for occupiers and investors with approximately 53,000 employees in over 350 offices and nearly 60 countries. In 2025, the firm reported revenue of $10.3 billion across its core service lines of services, Leasing, Capital markets, and Valuation and other. Built around the belief that Better never settles, the firm receives numerous industry and business accolades for its award-winning culture. For additional information, visit www.cushmanwakefield.com