Facilities Manager -Denver CO

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Denver seeks a Facilities Manager to oversee maintenance and operations of multiple facilities in a hybrid work environment. You will advise, direct, and collaborate with outsource staff, coordinate with stakeholders, and ensure compliance with Church standards and regulations.

You will be accountable for KPI performance related to timeliness, cost, quality, and self-performance, manage budgets with Operations Manager, and lead weekly FM group

Qualifications

• BS degree or equivalent in facilities/related field
• 6+ years in facility management with 2+ years in leadership
• FMP certification required within 1 year of hire or in progress
• Knowledge of safety, fire codes, and regulatory compliance
• Proven ability to manage multiple facilities and vendors effectively

Responsibilities

• Implement strategic objectives from leadership and align team with goals
• Manage maintenance for one or more FM groups including preventive and corrective work
• Conduct semi-annual facility evaluations and develop annual/long-term plans
• Perform property inspections and ensure compliance with standards
• Lead FM group in completing emergency work orders
• Own KPI performance for timeliness, cost, quality, and self-performance
• Identify and manage vendors and coordinate their work
• Oversee budget with Operations Manager and Vendor Management
• Recommend vendor changes when contracts underperform
• Maintain 24x7 on-call emergency availability
• Ensure compliance with local/state/federal regulations including health and safety
• Promote safety programs and emergency response plans
• Coordinate facility inspections with authorities
• Build relationships with local leaders and staff for facility needs
• Lead weekly FM group meetings and work-order prioritization
• Organize training within maintenance team and support initiatives

Skills

Facilities management

Leadership

Vendor management

CMMS experience

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in facilities management or related field

Tools

CMMS software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

This hybrid position provides and maintains facilities which give Church members places where they can work, worship, teach, learn, pray together, make and renew covenants, and receive sacred ordinances. The Facilities Manager is responsible for overseeing the maintenance and operations of multiple facilities, ensuring they are prepared and aligned with their intended purposes. This role involves advising, directing, and collaborating with outsource provider staff, coordinating with various stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with Church standards and regulations. The Facilities Manager will also be accountable for key performance indicators (KPIs) related to timeliness, cost, quality, and self-performance.

Job Description

This hybrid position provides and maintains facilities which give Church members places where they can work, worship, teach, learn, pray together, make and renew covenants, and receive sacred ordinances. The Facilities Manager is responsible for overseeing the maintenance and operations of multiple facilities, ensuring they are prepared and aligned with their intended purposes. This role involves advising, directing, and collaborating with outsource provider staff, coordinating with various stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with Church standards and regulations. The Facilities Manager will also be accountable for key performance indicators (KPIs) related to timeliness, cost, quality, and self-performance.

Candidate must reside within the Facilities Management Area as shown below.

Responsibilities

• Implement strategic objectives provided by leadership and ensure team alignment with organizational goals.
• Manage all maintenance work for one or more FM groups, including preventative and corrective maintenance programs.
• Conduct semi-annual evaluations of facilities to assess quality and develop comprehensive annual and long-term plans.
• Perform property inspection audits and ensure all work is completed to specifications and in compliance with standards.
• Leads and directs FM group in completing emergency work orders.
• Own accountability for KPI performance metrics of timeliness, cost, quality, and self-performance.
• Identify and recommend potential vendors, manage vendor relationships, and coordinate their work as needed.
• Oversee the budget and ensure efficient organization and completion of tasks in partnership with Operations Manager, Facility Services Coordinator, and Vendor Management.
• Make informed recommendations for vendor changes in cases where recurring contract services fail to meet desired outcomes or improvements can be realized.
• Maintain 24x7x365 emergency on-call availability, coordinating with the Emergency Call Center to manage emergency work orders.
• Ensure all facilities comply with local, state, and federal regulations, including health and safety standards.
• Adhere to and promote safety programs and emergency response plans.
• Coordinate facility inspections with local and state agencies.
• Build strong relationships with local leaders and department employees, promptly respond to requests, and collaborate to understand facility needs.
• Partner with third-party administrators in managing service provider work order completion and performance.
• Leads weekly FM group meetings, encompassing work order review, prioritization, project scheduling, and related discussions.
• Organize and collaborate on training within the maintenance team.
• Support regional and headquarters training initiatives and participate in continuous improvement teams.

Qualifications

• BS degree in facilities management, construction management, business, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 6 years of experience in the facility management industry, with at least 2 years in facility management, property management, or operations management.
• 2 years in a leadership role leading others.
• Total 10 years combined education and relevant experience.
• FMP (Facility Management Professional) certification is required or must be obtained within 1 year of hire.
• Knowledge in facility and property management, construction procedures, business practices, safety, and fire codes.
• Proven front-line management skills in a multi-discipline work environment and the ability to manage difficult situations to achieve a positive and appropriate resolution.
• Ability to communicate professionally with employees, priesthood leaders, contractors, vendors, and service providers.
• Proficient in the use of computers and cellphones, including CMMS systems, Microsoft Office applications, department-specific software, web-based programs, internet services, and wireless communications.
• Strong understanding of the systems, processes, procedures, and programs of the Meetinghouse Facilities Department, with the ability to communicate and teach others.
• Displays organizational knowledge to ensure inclusion of appropriate departments and individuals in decision-making.
• Shows a commitment to continued learning.

About Us

Church employees find joy and satisfaction in using their unique talents and abilities to further the Lords work. From the IT professional who develops an app that sends the gospel message worldwide, to the facilities manager who maintains our buildings- giving Church members places to worship, teach, learn, and receive sacred ordinances-our employees seek innovative ways to share the gospel of Jesus Christ with the world. They are literally working in His kingdom.

Only members of the Church who are worthy of a temple recommend qualify for employment. Apart from this, the Church is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its employment decisions on any basis that would violate U.S. or local law.

Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, national origin, color, gender, pregnancy, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or other legally protected categories that apply to the Church. The Church will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities.