Facilities & Operations Leader — Campus & Space Strategy

CBRE; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 135,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) plan starting the first day

Job summary

CBRE is seeking an onsite Facilities Manager for a 350,000 sq ft Palo Alto campus consisting of leased offices and testing labs. You will lead maintenance, space, and occupancy planning while partnering with Property Managers and landlords to drive operational excellence and a superior workplace experience.

You will oversee budgeting, safety, vendor relationships, and staff development, with a focus on efficiency, compliance, and client satisfaction in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred with 3–5 years of relevant experience; equivalent education and experience will be considered.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Facilities Management certification preferred.
• Experience managing commercial facilities and vendor oversight.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage facility repairs and maintenance performed by vendors and contractors.
• Maintain positive client relationships and conduct meetings on unresolved facility issues.
• Prepare and manage capital and operating projects.
• Manage all aspects of budget development, implementation and monitoring.
• Perform facility inspections and ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Oversee vendor relationships and invoicing procedures; review price quotes for parts, services, and labor.

Skills

Facilities management

Vendor oversight

Budgeting

Leadership

Occupancy planning

MEP knowledge

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

Tririga

Microsoft Office

Job description

CBRE is seeking an onsite Facilities Manager for a 350,000 sq ft Palo Alto campus consisting of leased offices and testing labs. You will lead maintenance, space, and occupancy planning while partnering with Property Managers and landlords to drive operational excellence and a superior workplace experience.

You will oversee budgeting, safety, vendor relationships, and staff development, with a focus on efficiency, compliance, and client satisfaction in a dynamic environment.