Facilities, Utilities and Energy Manager

AbbVie Inc.; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

AbbVie Inc. seeks a Facilities, Utilities and Energy Manager to lead energy and facility operations at a regulated pharma site.

You will develop and drive energy strategies, manage budgets, and coordinate cross-functional teams to improve reliability, efficiency, and compliance with GMP and ISO 50001 standards. The role requires 7+ years in facilities/energy management, strong CMMS skills, and proven leadership in a matrixed environment.

Qualifications

• Experience leading facilities, utilities, and energy teams in pharma or regulated environments.
• Minimum 7+ years in facilities, utilities, energy management, or engineering.
• Experience managing a team in a matrixed environment.
• Strong CMMS proficiency and high computer literacy – Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Budget management and KPI tracking experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop direct reports, fostering accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Manage day-to-day maintenance and upkeep of facilities and utilities to support GMP manufacturing operations.
• Lead the site Energy Management Programme in accordance with ISO 50001 to maximise energy efficiency, reduce energy consumption, and meet site and corporate objectives.
• Develop, implement, and track facilities, utilities, and energy KPIs.
• Prepare, monitor, and manage energy budgets, including electricity, gas, and water consumption, as well as commercial and NPI-related costs.
• Review facility and plant performance to identify opportunities to improve reliability, reduce downtime, and enhance operational efficiency.
• Analyse data, prepare reports, and make recommendations to improve site facilities and plant operations.
• Identify, initiate, and deliver projects that improve efficiency and/or reduce operating costs.
• Lead and support the site Energy Team, including audit preparation, compliance, and energy improvement initiatives.
• Monitor utility and energy usage across the site to identify significant energy aspects, impacts, and opportunities for reduction.
• Ensure energy considerations are integrated into capital planning, procurement, change control, and equipment operation, calibration, and maintenance.
• Manage Facility, Utility and Energy-related contracts, including soft services, pest control, cleaning, access control, and key systems.
• Act as the Business Continuity Coordinator for Facilities BC activities.
• Represent the site on relevant global communities of practice.
• Promote energy awareness across the organisation and support internal and external communication relating to the energy management system.
• Support site reporting requirements, including updates to Corporate EIIS, EHS reporting, and SEAI submissions.
• Ensure adherence to EHS, GMP, company policies, procedures, and applicable regulatory requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Energy management

Budget management

KPI tracking

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Strategic thinking

ISO 50001 knowledge

Education

Engineering/Facilities management/Energy management degree

Tools

CMMS

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Company Description

About AbbVieAbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology and neuroscience - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at . Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook , Instagram , X and YouTube.

Job Description

Facilities, Utilities and Energy Manager

to provide leadership across site facilities, utilities, and energy management activities within the Engineering function at our manufacturing site in Carraigtwohill, Cork.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop direct reports, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Manage day-to-day maintenance and upkeep of facilities and utilities to support GMP manufacturing operations.
• Lead the site Energy Management Programme in accordance with ISO 50001 to maximise energy efficiency, reduce energy consumption, and meet site and corporate objectives.
• Develop, implement, and track facilities, utilities, and energy KPIs.
• Prepare, monitor, and manage energy budgets, including electricity, gas, and water consumption, as well as commercial and NPI-related costs.
• Review facility and plant performance to identify opportunities to improve reliability, reduce downtime, and enhance operational efficiency.
• Analyse data, prepare reports, and make recommendations to improve site facilities and plant operations.
• Identify, initiate, and deliver projects that improve efficiency and/or reduce operating costs.
• Lead and support the site Energy Team, including audit preparation, compliance, and energy improvement initiatives.
• Monitor utility and energy usage across the site to identify significant energy aspects, impacts, and opportunities for reduction.
• Ensure energy considerations are integrated into capital planning, procurement, change control, and equipment operation, calibration, and maintenance.
• Manage Facility, Utility and Energy-related contracts, including soft services, pest control, cleaning, access control, and key systems.
• Act as the Business Continuity Coordinator for Facilities BC activities.
• Represent the site on relevant global communities of practice.
• Promote energy awareness across the organisation and support internal and external communication relating to the energy management system.
• Support site reporting requirements, including updates to Corporate EIIS, EHS reporting, and SEAI submissions.
• Ensure adherence to EHS, GMP, company policies, procedures, and applicable regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Relevant third-level qualification in engineering, facilities management, energy management, or a related discipline, or equivalent relevant experience gained in the pharmaceutical industry.
• 7+ years experience in facilities, utilities, energy management, or engineering within a pharmaceutical, manufacturing, or regulated environment.
• Previous experience managing a team ideally in a matrixed environment.
• Strategic mindset with the ability to set strategic direction of the team.
• Experience managing preventative maintenance programmes, utility systems, and energy efficiency initiatives.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Must have strong CMMS experience and high level of computer literacy – Excel, Word and Powerpoint.
• Demonstrated experience in budget management, KPI tracking, and operational improvement delivery.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 50001, GMP, and EHS requirements.

Additional InformationAbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community.

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