Facilities Manager, on-site

CBRE Group, Inc.; City of Rome (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability coverage

401(k) plan

Job summary

CBRE Group, Inc. is seeking an onsite Facilities Manager for a Mission Critical Services client, overseeing a 137,000 square foot manufacturing site and a 6,000 square foot satellite location.

You will lead the day-to-day operation with vendors and a dedicated team to ensure safe, reliable, and sustainable facility performance. You will drive best-in-class facilities management through proactive planning, budget oversight, and strong stakeholder communication, supporting manufacturing operations

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.
• 3–5 years of facilities management experience.
• FMP or CFM certifications preferred.
• Strong budgeting, vendor management, and regulatory compliance skills.
• Experience with MEP systems is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee facility maintenance, repairs, and improvements by vendors to ensure quality and timely completion.
• Build and maintain client relationships as the main point of contact for facility-related matters.
• Plan and manage capital and operating projects from initiation through completion.
• Develop and monitor operating and capital budgets with cost optimization focus.
• Conduct routine facility inspections ensuring regulatory compliance and performance.
• Oversee environmental health and safety programs to promote a safe workplace.
• Manage vendor contracts, invoices, and approvals for parts, labor, and services.
• Provide training on facility operations and safety protocols to the team.

Skills

Facilities management

Budgeting

Vendor management

Regulatory compliance

MEP knowledge

Communication

Leadership

Excel

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree

FMP or CFM certification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

About the Role:

Step into a leadership opportunity where each day brings new challenges and the chance to make a meaningful impact.

This onsite Facilities Manager role supports one of our leading clients in the Mission Critical Services sector and is based at a leased manufacturing facility encompassing approximately 137,000 square feet. In addition to supporting the primary site, the role also provides oversight for a nearby satellite location of approximately 6,000 square feet, ensuring consistent service delivery and operational excellence across both facilities.

As a CBRE Facilities Manager, you’ll partner with vendors and a dedicated team responsible for the day-to-day operation, maintenance, and performance of these sites while delivering an exceptional client and occupant experience. Your mission is to ensure the facilities operate efficiently, safely, and sustainably while fostering strong communication, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.

This role is part of our Facilities Management function, where we go beyond the basics. You’ll be at the center of daily operations, partnering closely with client stakeholders, property management, landlords, and service providers to drive best-in-class facility performance. Through proactive leadership, strategic planning, and effective vendor management, you’ll help create a workplace environment that supports critical manufacturing operations and business objectives.

What You’ll Do

• Coordinate and oversee facility maintenance, repairs, and improvement projects performed by vendors, contractors, and service providers to ensure quality, compliance, and timely completion.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, serving as a key point of contact for facility-related matters and leading discussions to resolve outstanding issues and concerns.
• Plan, execute, and manage capital and operating projects from initiation through completion, ensuring alignment with business objectives, budgets, and timelines.
• Develop, administer, and monitor operating and capital budgets, providing financial oversight and identifying opportunities for cost optimization.
• Conduct routine facility inspections to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, while identifying opportunities to improve operational efficiency, reliability, and asset performance.
• Oversee environmental health and safety programs and procedures to promote a safe, compliant, and high-performing workplace.
• Manage vendor relationships, contracts, and invoicing processes, including reviewing and approving proposals, quotes, and expenditures for parts, labor, and services.
• Deliver training and guidance on facility operations, maintenance procedures, safety protocols, and best practices to support team effectiveness and compliance.
• Lead by example and demonstrate behaviors aligned with CBRE's RISE values, fostering collaboration and influencing stakeholders to achieve shared goals and successful outcomes.
• Leverage expertise in facilities management and cross-functional collaboration to support departmental objectives and drive operational excellence.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve day-to-day and moderately complex operational challenges, implementing effective solutions and continuously improving processes and systems.

What You’ll Need:

• Proven experience managing commercial facilities, including day-to-day operations, maintenance programs, regulatory compliance, and vendor performance management.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred, with 3–5 years of relevant facilities management experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered. A valid driver’s license is required. Facilities Management certification (e.g., FMP, CFM) is preferred.
• Experience developing, managing, and monitoring operating and capital budgets, with a strong understanding of financial controls and cost management practices.
• Excellent interpersonal, relationship-building, and communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with clients, vendors, and cross-functional teams.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities, including the capacity to navigate complex situations, resolve issues, and influence positive outcomes.
• Working knowledge of Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) systems and building infrastructure preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and related business applications, with strong technical aptitude and the ability to learn new systems quickly.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail, effective prioritization skills, and a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively within a team environment.
• Strong analytical and mathematical skills, including the ability to interpret data, prepare budgets, calculate percentages and financial metrics, and support business decision-making.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship requirements.

Why CBRE?

• Competitive Benefits: CBRE offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, disability coverage, and a 401(k) plan starting the first day of the month following your start date.
• Professional Development: We are committed to investing in our employees' growth and development through training programs, certifications, and mentorship opportunities.
• Career Advancement: CBRE is a global leader in commercial real estate services, providing ample opportunities for career progression and advancement within the company.