Facilities Operations Leader & Team Coach

CBRE Group, Inc.; Franklin Park (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE Group, Inc. is seeking a Facilities Manager to lead a team responsible for overseeing building operations and maintenance for a facility, campus, or portfolio of small to medium buildings.

The role sits within the Facilities Management area, supporting Property Managers with repairs and investment planning. The role emphasizes staff supervision, budgeting, vendor coordination, and adherence to regulations, with opportunities to drive operational efficiencies and safety improvements across

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred; 3–5 years of relevant experience.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Facility Management certification preferred.
• Experience in staffing, selection, training, development, coaching, mentoring, measuring and rewarding performance and retention preferred.
• Ability to guide exchange of sensitive information and convey performance expectations.
• Leadership skills to motivate team and improve quality, efficiency, and effectiveness.

Responsibilities

• Provide formal supervision to employees and oversee training and development.
• Schedule and manage daily activities; assign tasks and cross-train staff.
• Coordinate facility repairs and maintenance with technicians, vendors, and contractors.
• Maintain positive client relationships and resolve facility issues.
• Prepare and manage capital projects, operating budgets, and variance reports.
• Perform facility inspections and suggest operational improvements.
• Manage environmental health and safety procedures for facilities.
• Oversee vendor relationships and review price quotes for parts and services.
• Lead process and procedure training on maintenance and safety best practices.
• Model CBRE RISE values and influence stakeholders to reach agreements.
• Identify and resolve day-to-day and moderately complex issues.

Skills

Leadership

Staff development

Coaching

Organizational skills

Advanced math

Education

Bachelor's degree

Facility Management certification

Job description

CBRE Group, Inc. is seeking a Facilities Manager to lead a team responsible for overseeing building operations and maintenance for a facility, campus, or portfolio of small to medium buildings.

The role sits within the Facilities Management area, supporting Property Managers with repairs and investment planning. The role emphasizes staff supervision, budgeting, vendor coordination, and adherence to regulations, with opportunities to drive operational efficiencies and safety improvements across