Facility Manager

Deutsche Post; Westerville (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

DHL Group, Corporate Real Estate, is seeking a Facilities Manager to oversee tactical and operational FM services across properties and buildings. You will lead engineering, operations, and occupancy optimization in alignment with corporate guidelines, managing vendors and budgets to deliver high-quality facilities support.

The role requires 5+ years in FM/real estate with project management, space planning, and strong collaboration with internal teams and external partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, architecture or related field is required or preferred.
• 5+ years of facilities/real estate experience with construction project management, space planning and FM.
• Desirable Facilities Management Certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and oversee maintenance of properties, facilities, equipment and systems.
• Ensure building systems (HVAC, fire safety, elevators) operate optimally.
• Oversee vendors and contractors via KPIs and SLAs.
• Develop and manage operating and capital budgets for facilities.
• Maintain data integrity for the Real Estate portfolio and report to management.
• Coordinate workspace design and utilization to meet staff needs.

Skills

Construction project management

Space planning

Facilities management

Vendor management

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business administration

Engineering

Architecture

Related fields

Facilities Management Certification

Job description

About DHL and CRE:

DHL Group the logistics provider of the world with over 580,000 employees in more than 220 countries and territories. We are an organization that is not just moving goods around, we have a very clear purpose, and we are: Connecting People. Improving Lives. We provide challenges and opportunities for personal and professional development, we recognize the difference you bring to our business and together we share the pride of building one of the largest world leaders in logistics and supply chain.

Corporate Real Estate (CRE) at DHL Group is responsible for more than 12,000 properties across all DHL business units worldwide. This portfolio covers an area of more than 30 million m2 and is managed by around 1700 dedicated real estate experts worldwide.

Corporate Real Estate - that's us! Together with our global colleagues, we offer excellent services along the property lifecycle Commercial, Construction and Facility Management for all DHL properties in a sustainable way. We ensure that DHL develops and grows in the future.

Ready to immerse yourself in the exciting world of CRE? Join the team and bring your expertise on board! As part of DHL, you will be working with a global network of CRE colleagues and benefit from a wide range of development opportunities.

Job Purpose:

Manage technical and infrastructural FM services in a tactical and operational level, including Engineering & Operations, Workplace Services, and Occupancy Optimization, in line with business strategy and objectives, corporate guidelines and policies. Direct team and service providers in executing the FM tactical and operational goals.

Your tasks:

• Responsible for assisting in the planning, organizing, and overseeing the maintenance of properties, facilities, equipment, and mechanical systems to support operational effectiveness.
• Ensure optimal functionality of building systems like HVAC, fire safety equipment, elevators, etc.
• Oversee vendors and maintenance staff. Manage contractors and third parties through KPIs and SLAs.
• Prepare & conduct Performance Dialogues with Facility Management Teams and other key stakeholders involved in the FM value chain.
• Collaborate with Finance to develop and administer operating and capital budgets for facilities.
• Ensure FM team provides efficient, high-quality service that meets business and external needs.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and procedures, including maintaining data integrity for the Real Estate portfolio.
• Manage workspace design and utilization to accommodate staff and business requirements.
• Identify and implement savings initiatives.
• Complete or coordinate routine inspections to determine required services.
• Oversee non-construction projects, recommend and coordinate projects that enhance property value.
• Administer environmental programs in partnership with the company's EH&S Manager. Ensure adherence to Corporate Risk Management policies and Insurance requirements for vendors/contractors.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with internal and external customers and facilities staff.
• Operate the A/P invoice payment system to validate and approve costs associated with facilities.
• Provide regular reports on facility operations, expenses, and projects to management.
• Respond to after-hours facilities related emergencies and determine the appropriate course of action to resolve issues.

Stakeholders

• May influence others within the job area through explanation of facts, policies and practices
• Support and interact primarily with colleagues of own function
• Build relationships and understand customer and key stakeholders interests and concerns
• Address task-related issues appropriately to maintain work relationships

Your profile:

Education Level

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business administration, Engineering, Architecture, or related fields
• Desirable Facilities Management Certification

Experience Level

• More than 5 years of related experience preferably in warehouse/ business office/ real estate environment; with construction project management, space planning and facilities management experience

We offer:

• Great opportunity to work for the biggest logistics company in the world
• International and virtual environment
• Flexibility and great opportunity to learn
• Tempting Compensation and benefits

DHL is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. The EEO is the Law poster is available here: https://www.eeoc.gov/employers/eeo-law-poster

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.