Facilities Manager

Energy Systems Group; Warren (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Parental leave

Job summary

Energy Systems Group seeks a Facilities Manager – Operations Services to oversee energy production facilities in Detroit, MI, on-site, with travel between operating sites and potential overnight stays.

You will lead maintenance, safety, budgeting, and performance reporting. Responsibilities include CMMS utilisation, root cause investigations, and coordinating with subcontractors, while ensuring customer contracts and KPIs are met.

Qualifications

• Five or more years in Energy Services or HVAC industries.
• Strong leadership and team development skills.
• Experience installing, repairing, maintaining boilers and HVAC systems.
• In-depth knowledge of facility energy infrastructure and building systems.
• Willingness to travel and respond to 24/7 emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of energy production facilities, including budgeting and KPIs.
• Lead site safety programs, enforce rules, and train staff.
• Investigate incidents and implement corrective actions.
• Coordinate work with subcontractors for maintenance and projects.
• Manage scheduling, overtime, and 24/7 contingency coverage.
• Prepare monthly reports and ensure accurate invoicing and cost control.
• Drive performance toward customer contracts and financial objectives.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Safety culture

Troubleshooting

CMMS usage

Facilities operations

Vendor coordination

Communication

Job description

Facilities Manager – Operations Services, Detroit, Michigan (on‑site). This position requires travel between operating sites and may involve overnight stays.

Essential Functions

• Oversee all aspects of energy production facilities, including commissioning, operations, maintenance, troubleshooting, budgeting, financial performance, EHS, efficiency, reliability, and customer satisfaction. Drive plans and actions to meet site objectives and customer contract Key Performance Indicators.
• Lead site safety performance by enforcing regulatory and company rules, providing training, and promoting a strong safety culture.
• Investigate near misses and incidents, implement corrective actions, and observe safe work practices.
• Build and maintain positive relations with key customer management and staff to ensure the company maintains a positive image and adheres to customer contracts.
• Manage orientation, training, and development plans to enhance operator technical and leadership skills.
• Establish performance expectations, track progress, and complete constructive performance appraisals.
• Responsible for employee scheduling, daily work direction, overtime authorization, and 24/7 contingency coverage plans.
• Oversee profit and loss performance by developing accurate budgets and forecasts, ensuring efficient use of funds, and managing labor and overtime costs to achieve site financial objectives.
• Manage the overall health of the preventative maintenance system by ensuring effective CMMS utilization and implementing preventative, predictive, and reactive maintenance strategies that support reliable plant and equipment performance.
• Coordinate work with subcontractors to support maintenance and projects.
• Responsible for collection and documentation of measurement and verification data.
• Develop and deliver comprehensive monthly reports to the COR for all ESPC activities, ensuring the accuracy, completeness, and timely submission of all information provided.
• Verify all customer invoices to ensure accurate cost allocation to the correct projects and submit time and material invoices to the government in a timely manner.
• Support ESPC and Above Baseline projects, including commissioning, quality assurance, and maintenance turnover activities.
• Lead root cause investigations for major equipment issues and implement preventive measures.
• Complete all training modules as required by the position and/or management.
• Responsible for operator coverage as needed during times of absence or staffing gaps.
• Perform all duties as deemed necessary by management.

Background

• A high-level understanding of boiler and HVAC systems.
• Five or more years of related experience in Energy Services, Performance Contracting, and/or HVAC industry.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Extensive field experience installing, repairing, maintaining, and modifying boilers and HVAC systems.
• In‑depth technical knowledge of facility energy infrastructure, mechanical and electrical systems, energy conservation practices, and ancillary building systems.
• Experience troubleshooting relevant equipment and systems.
• Demonstrated strong safety background and focus on zero incidents in hazardous environments.
• Located within reasonable distance from DAA facility.
• Availability for 24/7 call‑in emergencies.

A Bonus to Have

• Associate’s or technical degree.
• Ten years of related experience.
• Prior supervisory experience.

What We Bring To You

• Professional growth and development programs, including tuition reimbursement.
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision insurance plans and wellness plans for employee and family.
• Life insurance, short‑term disability, long‑term disability, and supplemental benefits.
• 401(k) Savings Plan.
• Nine paid holidays with three floater holidays.
• Paid vacation, personal/sick leave.
• Paid parental leave for birth, adoption, or placement of a child.
• Highly competitive salaries and incentive structure.

EEO Statement

ESG is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We value talent and conduct our business with integrity. Join our world‑class team to provide mission‑critical infrastructure solutions for K‑12 schools and universities, local, state, and federal government agencies, and more.

Contractor and Subcontractor Compliance

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60‑1.4(a), 60‑300.5(a), and 60‑741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.