Facilities Operations Leader — Elevate the Workplace

Confidential; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential in Detroit, MI seeks a Facilities Manager to oversee multi-site operations, maintenance programs, and vendor management. The role ensures a safe, productive, and cost-effective workplace across facilities.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in facilities management, strong knowledge of building systems, and proficiency with CMMS and MS Office. Responsibilities include budgeting, capital projects, and ensuring regulatory compliance across sites in the Detroit area.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in facilities management or related field.
• Experience managing contractors, vendors and facility service providers.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire/life safety, and security systems.
• Experience budgeting and capital improvement projects.
• Working knowledge of OSHA, EPA, ADA and other regulations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and CMMS.
• Strong project management, organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills across all levels.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operation and maintenance of facilities and grounds.
• Manage service contracts and vendors for janitorial, landscaping, security and related functions.
• Coordinate office space planning, renovations, relocations, and workplace improvements.
• Develop and manage departmental budgets, CAPEX and facility projects.
• Oversee building systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire/life safety and security.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental and regulatory requirements.
• Manage facility fleet vehicles and maintenance programs.
• Coordinate cafeteria, mail, shipping and storage operations.
• Identify opportunities for cost reductions and process improvements.
• Partner with stakeholders to support business needs and workplace experience.
• Respond to facility emergencies and ensure timely issue resolution.

Skills

Facilities management

Contractor/vendor management

Budgeting

CMMS

Microsoft Office

OSHA/EPA/ADA knowledge

Project management

Communication

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Facilities Management/Engineering/Construction Management/Business Administration or related field

CFM / FMP / PMP or similar certification

Tools

CMMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Confidential in Detroit, MI seeks a Facilities Manager to oversee multi-site operations, maintenance programs, and vendor management. The role ensures a safe, productive, and cost-effective workplace across facilities.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in facilities management, strong knowledge of building systems, and proficiency with CMMS and MS Office. Responsibilities include budgeting, capital projects, and ensuring regulatory compliance across sites in the Detroit area.