Facilities Manager - Data Centers - Piscataway NJ

CBRE Group, Inc.; Piscataway Township (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE Group, Inc. is seeking a Data Center Facilities Manager to lead a team responsible for critical infrastructure operations and around-the-clock maintenance of a data center facility or campus.

You will focus on uptime, risk mitigation, and lifecycle planning for high-density cooling and power systems. The role requires leadership, budgeting, and collaboration with IT/network objectives to ensure zero-downtime outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred; 3–5 years in critical environments or facilities management.
• Experience staffing, training, and retaining technical personnel.
• Ability to communicate sensitive incident information and coordinate cross‑functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a facilities team and oversee 24/7/365 operations.
• Coordinate critical infrastructure maintenance with vendors and internal IT.
• Manage capital projects, budgets and variance reports.
• Mentor staff and conduct performance evaluations.
• Maintain client relationships regarding uptime and incidents.

Skills

Leadership

Staff development

Incident reporting

Vendor coordination

Troubleshooting

Budgeting & planning

IT/OT collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Equivalent experience accepted

Tools

BMS/DCIM systems

UPS

Generators

Chillers

Job description

About the Role:

As a CBRE Data Center Facilities Manager, you will manage a team responsible for overseeing critical infrastructure operations and 24/7/365 maintenance for a data center facility, campus, or critical asset portfolio. This job is a part of the Facilities Management functional area, focusing on maximizing uptime, mitigating operational risk, and providing strategic support regarding high-density cooling, power distribution, and infrastructure lifecycle plans.

What You'll Do:

• Provide formal supervision to critical facilities employees.
• Monitor specialized data center training and development.
• Conduct performance evaluations and technical coaching.
• Oversee recruiting for skilled critical environment technicians.
• Schedule and manage 24/7/365 shift activities.
• Establish work schedules and rigorous cross-training plans.
• Set and track department and SLA deadlines.
• Mentor and coach technical staff as needed.
• Coordinate critical infrastructure maintenance with specialized vendors.
• Maintain client relationships regarding uptime and incidents.
• Manage capital projects, budgets, and variance reports.
• Perform facility inspections following critical environment regulations.
• Suggest efficiencies for Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE).
• Manage environmental health, safety, and EOP procedures.
• Oversee critical vendor relationships and invoicing procedures.
• Review quotes for specialized parts and labor.
• Conduct training on maintenance, Method of Procedure (MOP) execution, and safety.
• Lead by example consistent with CBRE RISE values.
• Influence parties to reach critical risk agreements.
• Integrate facilities discipline with IT and network objectives.
• Troubleshoot complex electrical, mechanical, and monitoring issues.

What You'll Need:

• Bachelor's Degree preferred with 3-5 years of relevant experience.
• Equivalent experience in critical environments will be considered.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Facility Management or critical environment certification preferred.
• Experience in staffing, training, and retaining technical personnel.
• Ability to handle sensitive data and incident report communication.
• Leadership skills to motivate teams toward zero-downtime goals.
• Deep knowledge of UPS, generators, Chillers, and BMS/DCIM systems.
• Strong organizational skills with an inquisitive mindset.

Disclaimers:

• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

• We value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process.