Facility Manager

CCZ_ATL Colliers NC Atlanta; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Colliers in Dallas seeks a Facility Manager to oversee all client locations, conduct annual site surveys, and manage repair/maintenance projects with vendors and contractors. The role emphasizes client relations, budget awareness, and systematic planning across MEP, finishes, and equipment.

A minimum of seven years in facilities or related fields is required. You will lead cross-functional teams, coordinate with Operators and Corporate Staff, and ensure projects stay on time and within scope

Qualifications

• Seven or more years professional experience in facilities management, construction management, or design of restaurant, retail, or commercial buildings.
• Engineering, Architectural, Building Science, or Business degree required.
• Working knowledge of building components, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
• Restaurant Equipment and/or Foodservice experience.
• Working knowledge of various codes and ADA requirements.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Able to manage multiple fast paced projects.
• Able to build and maintain professional relationship.
• Strong communication skills.
• Travel with 50 to 100 overnight stays per year.

Responsibilities

• Perform annual site surveys of existing facilities and equipment to capture and report current condition and develop repair and maintenance scopes of work.
• Development and execution of 3-year plan.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with property owners, tenants, vendors, and contractors.
• Develop accurate cost, assigns, executes, and close out repair and maintenance and equipment projects identified through site assessments and Operator and Corporate Staff notifications.
• Execute projects that are within scope and budget, on schedule, and completed in partnership with Operators and team members.
• Effectively communicate planned work and schedules with Operators and Corporate Staff.
• Complete responsibility to manage repair and maintenance work related to building components, MEP, finishes, equipment, signage, and site components.
• Develop and coordinate scheduled maintenance plans and activities.
• Develop regional repair and maintenance contractors.
• Develop and update regional repair and maintenance cost.
• Focus areas of work in existing facilities and equipment will include lighting, flooring, walls, ceilings, doors, seating, playgrounds, menu and sign systems, food preparation and refrigeration equipment, HVAC, exhaust systems, plumbing and grease containment, refrigeration, cooking equipment, and parking lots (all building components in the 3-year plan).
• Identify and communicate building and system problems that may be eliminated through improved design or construction practices.
• Train and coach Operators, Corporate Staff, and Contractors on Facilities Management processes and objectives.
• Assist in annual budget development through planned and deferred projects within region.
• Provide tangible feedback to cross-functional partners (i.e., Specialty Consulting, Reinvestment, New Store Construction, etc.).
• Build and maintain working partnerships with Operators, Contractors, and Corporate Staff.
• Establish and maintain a baseline knowledge of specific equipment and building systems.
• Responsible for effectively transitioning restaurants from New Store Construction & Strategic Reinvestment to Facilities Management and supporting restaurants during the 12-month warranty period.
• Support the Test and Rollout team with projects being integrated in restaurants through project planning, partner management, and operator/team member coordination.
• Support the execution of initiatives including, but not limited to, the following groups: Custom Project Solutions (CPS), Specialty Consulting, Supply Chain, Food Safety, Operator Transitions.
• Manage closings of mall or freestanding locations.
• Complete additional duties as assigned and provide after-hours

Skills

Multi-project management

Negotiation skills

Strong communication

Relationship building

Sense of urgency

Tech-savvy

Problem solving

Travel availability

Education

Engineering/Architectural/Building Science/Business degree

Job description

Make your next move an expert one. At Colliers it’s not our success that sets us apart, it’s how we achieve it. Our people are passionate, take ownership and always do what’s right for our clients, people and communities. Why Colliers? Our enterprising environment needs your expertise to facilitate Colliers’ continued growth as an industry leader. Our nimble, decentralized culture can provide you with a wealth of opportunities to learn about our business and quickly gain experience to accelerate your career.

GENERAL SCOPE:

The Facility Manager is involved in all aspects of facility management for all client locations. Provides annual on-site assessments of existing restaurant facilities and equipment and delivers reports and scopes of work. Engages and manages contractors and service vendors to execute repair and maintenance projects and roll out support with minimal disruption to operations. Responds to requests for support including, but not limited to, facilities, equipment, and site issues. Responsible for following company and client policies & procedures, standards of service, and key elements of success as defined by the client. Emphasis on strong client relationships and plays a central role in customer care by bringing superior organizational skills, attention to detail, and a positive attitude to everything you do. This role is required to live full-time in the Dallas area.

SPECIFIC FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform annual site surveys of existing facilities and equipment to capture and report current condition and develop repair and maintenance scopes of work.
• Development and execution of 3-year plan.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with property owners, tenants, vendors, and contractors.
• Develop accurate cost, assigns, executes, and close out repair and maintenance and equipment projects identified through site assessments and Operator and Corporate Staff notifications.
• Execute projects that are within scope and budget, on schedule, and completed in partnership with Operators and team members.
• Effectively communicate planned work and schedules with Operators and Corporate Staff.
• Complete responsibility to manage repair and maintenance work related to building components, MEP, finishes, equipment, signage, and site components.
• Develop and coordinate scheduled maintenance plans and activities.
• Develop regional repair and maintenance contractors.
• Develop and update regional repair and maintenance cost.
• Focus areas of work in existing facilities and equipment will include lighting, flooring, walls, ceilings, doors, seating, playgrounds, menu and sign systems, food preparation and refrigeration equipment, HVAC, exhaust systems, plumbing and grease containment, refrigeration, cooking equipment, and parking lots (all building components in the 3-year plan).
• Identify and communicate building and system problems that may be eliminated through improved design or construction practices.
• Train and coach Operators, Corporate Staff, and Contractors on Facilities Management processes and objectives.
• Assist in annual budget development through planned and deferred projects within region.
• Provide tangible feedback to cross-functional partners (i.e., Specialty Consulting, Reinvestment, New Store Construction, etc.).
• Build and maintain working partnerships with Operators, Contractors, and Corporate Staff.
• Establish and maintain a baseline knowledge of specific equipment and building systems.
• Responsible for effectively transitioning restaurants from New Store Construction & Strategic Reinvestment to Facilities Management and supporting restaurants during the 12-month warranty period.
• Support the Test and Rollout team with projects being integrated in restaurants through project planning, partner management, and operator/team member coordination.
• Support the execution of initiatives including, but not limited to, the following groups: Custom Project Solutions (CPS), Specialty Consulting, Supply Chain, Food Safety, Operator Transitions.
• Manage closings of mall or freestanding locations.
• Complete additional duties as assigned and provide after-hours

SKILLS, EDUCATION, AND EXPERIENCE:

• Seven or more years professional experience in facilities management, construction management, or design of restaurant, retail, or commercial buildings.
• Engineering, Architectural, Building Science, or Business degree required.
• Working knowledge of building components, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
• Restaurant Equipment and/or Foodservice experience.
• Working knowledge of various codes and ADA requirements.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Able to manage multiple fast paced projects.
• Able to build and maintain professional relationship.
• Strong communication skills.
• Sense of urgency utilized to ensure project through-put.
• Solution oriented.
• Computer and technology capable.
• Travel with 50 to 100 overnight stays per year.

This role is required to live full-time in the Dallas area.

Make your next move an expert one and join us as we lead the industry into the future.

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We are enterprising. Our expert advice to property occupiers, owners and investors leads the industry into the future. We invest in relationships to create enduring value. What sets us apart is not what we do, but how we do it. Our people are passionate, take personal responsibility and always do what’s right for our clients, people and communities.

We attract and develop industry leaders, empowering them to think and act differently to drive exceptional results. What’s more, our global reach maximizes the potential of property, wherever our clients do business. At Colliers, we accelerate success.