Facilities Manager - Clearwater, FL

Equans Services Canada & US; Clearwater (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company matching

PTO and holidays

Disability benefits

Group life insurance

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Equans is seeking a skilled Facilities Manager to oversee a portfolio of industrial manufacturing facilities in Clearwater, FL. This role emphasizes safety, reliability, and efficiency, with a strategic focus on client relationships and operational excellence across multiple sites.

The candidate should have a strong background in industrial operations, facilities management, and engineering services, with Lean, RCM, and asset management expertise.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in a related field and eight (8) years of experience in industrial manufacturing, heavy industry, utilities, or facilities management with leadership responsibilities.
• Authorized to work in the US and able to pass background screening.
• Strong knowledge of Lean management, maintenance programs, reliability-centered maintenance (RCM), asset management and safety management systems.
• Proven track record in account/operations/client relationship management and multi-site leadership; Spanish bilingual preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a portfolio of industrial facilities ensuring safety, quality, reliability, and efficiency.
• Develop and nurture relationships with clients, plant leadership, and facility teams; provide performance updates.
• Conduct audits, ensure compliance, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Leverage engineering expertise to optimize operations, maintenance strategies, and asset management.
• Prepare budgets, forecasts, and financial reports; identify revenue opportunities and cost savings within the portfolio.

Skills

Strong communication

Presentation skills

Strategic thinking

Results-oriented leadership

Customer-focused mindset

Problem-solving

Decision-making

Adaptability

Organization

Time management

Fast-paced environment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, Business Administration, Industrial Technology, or related field

Job description

Equans is looking for a Facilities Manager in Clearwater, FL!

The Equans Group is a world leader in the energy and services industry. The Group operates in 20 countries and has 90,000 employees on 5 continents. Equans designs, installs, and delivers customized solutions to improve its customers' equipment, systems, and technical processes and optimize their use in the context of their energy, industrial, and digital transitions. Active in Canada and the United States for more than 30 years, Equans Services is the partner of businesses, industries, and institutions that want to move towards more connected buildings, manage their facilities efficiently, and decarbonize transportation infrastructure and mobility. We design, install, and maintain custom solutions to improve our customers' facilities, systems, and infrastructure.

Our core offerings are focused on the following areas:

• Integrated Asset and Facilities Management
• Operation and maintenance of buildings and equipment
• Energy efficiency solutions and sustainability plan
• Building automation and controls
• Solutions for transportation and mobility

To learn more, visit www.equansservices.com/en.

Summary

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Facilities Manager to oversee a portfolio of industrial manufacturing facilities. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in industrial operations, manufacturing environments, facilities management, and engineering services. Experience in Integrated Facilities Management (IFM) and managing critical production-support systems is highly desirable. This role requires a strategic approach to managing client relationships, optimizing facility operations, ensuring operational reliability, and supporting production objectives while maintaining the highest standards of safety, compliance, and performance.

Description

Portfolio & Client Relationship Management:

• Manage and oversee a portfolio of industrial manufacturing facilities, ensuring that all operations meet high standards of safety, quality, reliability, and efficiency.
• Develop and nurture strong relationships with clients, plant leadership teams, facility managers, and other key stakeholders.
• Conduct regular reviews of facility performance and implement strategies to meet operational, financial, contractual, and compliance objectives. Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, addressing their needs and resolving issues promptly.
• Develop and execute strategic account plans to enhance client satisfaction, operational outcomes, and contract retention.
• Provide regular updates and performance reports to clients, highlighting achievements, opportunities, risks, and improvement initiatives.

Safety and Regulatory Compliance:

• Ensure all facilities adhere to applicable health, safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
• Work collaboratively with site teams to implement and maintain safe work practices, procedures, and compliance programs.
• Conduct audits and inspections to verify compliance and address any gaps or areas for improvement.

Engineering and Operational Excellence:

• Leverage engineering expertise to optimize facility operations, improve reliability, increase efficiency, and reduce operational costs.
• Collaborate with facility teams to implement best practices, asset management programs, maintenance strategies, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Monitor and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) to drive operational enhancements and support client business objectives.

Financial Management:

• Manage budgets for assigned facilities, ensuring cost-effective operations and strong financial performance.
• Prepare financial reports, forecasts, and business reviews to support strategic planning and decision-making.
• Identify opportunities for revenue growth, value-added services, productivity improvements, and cost savings within the portfolio.

Requirements

• Authorized to work in the US;
• Qualified to pass a background screening;
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, Business Administration, Industrial Technology, or a related field;
• Minimum of eight (8) years of experience in industrial manufacturing, heavy industry, utilities, or facilities management, including leadership responsibilities;
• Understanding of Lean management principles;
• Strong knowledge of industrial operations, maintenance programs, reliability-centered maintenance (RCM), asset management, and safety management systems;
• Proven track record in account management, operations management, or client relationship management;
• Experience managing multi-site operations and large integrated facilities management contracts is preferred;
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
• Strong analytical, financial, and problem-solving abilities;
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is preferred;
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced industrial environment.

Skills

• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Strategic thinking
• Results-oriented leadership
• Customer-focused mindset
• Problem-solving and decision-making
• Adaptability and resilience
• Organization and time management
• Ability to work in fast-paced industrial environments

What Equans Offer You

• Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage;
• Access to EAP with a dedicated personal assistant, as well as access to the Financial Wellness Program;
• 401(k) with company matching contributions;
• Paid Statutory Holidays and PTO;
• Other benefits include tuition assistance, a discount program, disability benefits, and Group life insurance;
• Balance between work and personal life;
• Professional and personal development in a company experiencing strong growth;
• A positive working environment characterized by competence, responsibility, and innovation;
• A diverse workplace regarding gender, age and cultural background. We believe in the importance of diversity and inclusion.

Equal employment opportunity

Equans Services adheres to the principles of employment equity and values diversity and inclusion. We therefore encourage applications from all individuals, including women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and individuals of all backgrounds and identities. We are committed to providing a respectful, accessible, and equitable work environment where everyone can thrive and contribute to our collective success.

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