Facilities Operations Leader — Large Campus, Client-Focused

CBRE Group, Inc.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan

Professional development

Job summary

CBRE Group, Inc. seeks an on-site Facilities Manager in Columbus, OH, overseeing about 3 million sq ft of Class A office space. You will lead operations, coordinate maintenance with vendors, and drive performance and reliability across a large corporate environment.

You will manage budgets, ensure regulatory compliance, and foster strong stakeholder relationships while championing safety, sustainability, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Experience managing commercial facilities and vendor performance.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred; equivalent experience considered; valid driver’s license required.
• Facilities Management certification (e.g., FMP, CFM) preferred.
• Experience developing and monitoring operating and capital budgets; strong financial controls.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee facility maintenance, repairs, and projects by vendors to ensure quality and timely completion.
• Build and maintain client relationships; serve as main contact for facility matters and resolve issues.
• Plan, execute, and manage capital and operating projects from initiation through completion within budgets and timelines.
• Develop and monitor operating and capital budgets; identify cost optimization opportunities.
• Conduct routine facility inspections for compliance and efficiency improvements.
• Oversee environmental health and safety programs to promote a safe workplace.
• Manage vendor relationships, contracts, and invoicing processes; review proposals and expenditures.
• Provide training on facility operations, safety protocols, and best practices.

Skills

Client relationship management

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Excel

Budgeting software

Job description

CBRE Group, Inc. seeks an on-site Facilities Manager in Columbus, OH, overseeing about 3 million sq ft of Class A office space. You will lead operations, coordinate maintenance with vendors, and drive performance and reliability across a large corporate environment.

You will manage budgets, ensure regulatory compliance, and foster strong stakeholder relationships while championing safety, sustainability, and continuous improvement initiatives.