Facilities Site Lead

Nightwing; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 99,000 - 206,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401k plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Nightwing is seeking a dynamic Facilities and Project Site Lead in Sterling, VA to oversee day-to-day site operations and lead facility improvement projects. You will ensure safety, compliance, and efficiency while driving initiatives to enhance building systems and mission readiness.

The role requires 12+ years in facilities or related fields, with strong project management and vendor coordination. A TS/SCI with Poly clearance is required to succeed in this position at Nightwing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, facilities management, construction management, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 12+ years of experience in facilities operations or engineering project management.
• Strong understanding of building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire safety).
• Proven track record managing complex technical or infrastructure projects.
• Experience with project management tools (MS Project, JIRA).
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements and safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Plan and schedule preventive maintenance tasks and coordinate with vendors and facilities team.
• Oversee renovation projects ensuring timely delivery of functional spaces.
• Manage facility operations including maintenance, security, space planning, and vendor management.
• Lead site-level emergency preparedness, business continuity, and risk mitigation planning.
• Manage budgets, contracts, and procurement of services and supplies.
• Coordinate with internal departments to support workplace needs and site expansion.
• Supervise on-site facility staff and service providers.
• Monitor building systems for operational efficiency.
• Lead cross-functional technical projects involving engineering, IT, construction, or infrastructure upgrades.
• Develop project scopes, schedules, budgets, and resource plans aligned with organizational goals.
• Track progress and report status to senior stakeholders; mitigate risks.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Vendor management

Regulatory compliance

Safety protocols

Communication

Lean Six Sigma

Technical familiarity with buildings

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Facilities/Construction Management experience

Tools

MS Project

JIRA

Job description

Nightwing provides technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence mission support services to meet our customers’ most demanding challenges. Our capabilities include cyber space operations, cyber defense and resiliency, vulnerability research, ubiquitous technical surveillance, data intelligence, lifecycle mission enablement, and software modernization. Nightwing brings disruptive technologies, agility, and competitive offerings to customers in the intelligence community, defense, civil, and commercial markets.

Nightwing is seeking a dynamic, hands-on Facilities and Project Site Lead to oversee the day-to-day management of site operations while leading facility improvement and infrastructure projects. This dual-role position ensures the facility remains safe, compliant, and efficient while driving initiatives that enhance building systems, operational performance, and mission readiness. The ideal candidate combines operational leadership, technical expertise, and project management skills to successfully deliver facility and infrastructure projects from planning through implementation.

This role is responsible for maintaining facility systems and project assets in optimal working condition through proactive oversight, preventive maintenance, and timely response to operational and facility requirements. The Facilities and Project Site Lead partners with internal stakeholders and external vendors to ensure projects are executed efficiently while minimizing disruption to ongoing operations.

Clearance Requirement: TS/SCI with Polygraph

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and schedulepreventativemaintenance tasks, ensuring they are effectively assigned to and completed by thevendors and facilitiesteam

• Oversee and coordinate renovation projects to ensuretimelydelivery of fully functional, operational spaces that meet the needs of the end users

Facilities Site Lead Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of facility operations including maintenance, security, space planning, and vendor management

• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations (OSHA, EPA, etc.)

• Lead site-level emergency preparedness, business continuity, and risk mitigation planning

• Manage facility-related budgets, contracts, and procurement of services and supplies

• Coordinate with internal departments to support workplace needs and site expansion or reconfiguration projects

• Supervise on-site facility staff and service providers (custodial, HVAC, electrical, etc.)

• Monitor building systems (HVAC, lighting, plumbing, security) to ensure operational efficiency

Project Lead Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional technical projects involving engineering, IT, construction, or infrastructure upgrades

• Develop project scopes, schedules, budgets, and resource plans in alignment with organizational goals

• Coordinate internal teams and external vendors to meet technical requirements and milestones

• Develop project scopes, schedules, budgets, and resource plans in alignment with organizational goals

• Coordinate internal teams and external vendors to meet technical requirements and milestones

• Track project progress and report status to senior stakeholders,identifyingand mitigating risks

• Manage documentation, change orders, and stakeholdercommunicationacross the project lifecycle

• Support the introduction ofnew technologies, systems, or tools within the site environment

• Lead and manage all phases of construction projects, including Design, Construction, and Closeout.

• Provide comprehensive construction management support, including:

• Development of requirements based on customer input

• Contract development, review, and management of Architecture & Engineering (A&E) plans, designs, and specifications

• Conducting maintainability reviews and preparing detailed Government Cost Estimates (GCE)

• Technical evaluations and reviews

• Preparation of project Statements of Work (SOW) or Statements of Objectives (SOO)

• Management of construction activities and supplementary services to support project execution

• Develop project requirements and cost estimates for a range of projects, including but not limitedtomechanical, electrical, civil, architectural, structural, and geotechnical

Qualifications:

• Bachelor'sdegree in engineering, Facilities Management, Construction Management, or a related field (or equivalent experience)

• 12+ years of experience in facilities operations, engineering project management, or related roles

• Strong understanding of building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire safety)

• Proventrack recordmanaging complex technical or infrastructure projects

• Experience with project management tools and software (e.g., MS Project,JIRA)

• Familiarity with regulatory requirements and safety protocols

• Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• PMP or CAPM certification.

• Facilities Management Professional (FMP) or Certified Facility Manager (CFM)

• Experience working in a manufacturing, lab, or data center environment

• Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies

• Be able to provide the PMO with monthly expenditures,preventative maintenance tasksperformed andwork proactively to create mitigation plans forbigger issues on the horizon

• Provide24/7availabilityforbuildingemergencies as they may arise at assigned locations

Salary & Benefits

The salary associated with this position ($99,000-$206,000) is commensurate with the selected candidate’s qualifications, years of relevant experience, and demonstrated level of expertise. Compensation will be determined based on these factors to ensure alignment with skills, responsibilities, and market standards.

Nightwing offers medical, vision and dental insurance coverage in addition to a 401k plan, PTO, Holidays, and additional insurances.

Nightwing is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.