Facilities Operations Leader

CBRE, Inc.; Morris (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE, Inc. is seeking a Facilities Manager to oversee a team responsible for building operations and maintenance across a portfolio of facilities. The role supports Property Managers with repairs and investment planning, ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant operations.

The ideal candidate has a degree with several years of experience and strong leadership, budgeting, and vendor-management skills. A valid driver's license is required, and FM certification is a plus for advancement within

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree preferred with 3-5 years of relevant experience.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Facility Management certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide formal supervision to employees. Monitor the training and development of staff. Conduct performance evaluations and coaching.
• Schedule and manage the team's daily activities. Establish work schedules, assign tasks, and cross-train staff.
• Coordinate and manage facility repairs and maintenance by working with technicians, vendors, and contractors.
• Maintain positive client relationships and conduct meetings on unresolved facility issues.
• Prepare and manage capital projects, operating budgets, and variance reports.
• Perform facility inspections quality assurance following local, state, and federal regulations. Suggest operational efficiencies, repairs, and upgrade opportunities.
• Manage environmental health and safety procedures for facilities.
• Oversee vendor relationships and invoicing procedures. Review price quotes for the procurement of parts, services, and labor for projects.
• Conduct process and procedure training on maintenance, repairs, and safety best practices.
• Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve day-to-day and moderately complex issues which may or may not be evident in existing systems and processes.

Skills

Staff management

Leadership

Training & development

Coaching

Performance management

Budgeting

Vendor management

Financial calculations

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Facility Management certification

Job description

CBRE, Inc. is seeking a Facilities Manager to oversee a team responsible for building operations and maintenance across a portfolio of facilities. The role supports Property Managers with repairs and investment planning, ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant operations.

The ideal candidate has a degree with several years of experience and strong leadership, budgeting, and vendor-management skills. A valid driver's license is required, and FM certification is a plus for advancement within