General Manager-Facilities Maintenance and Construction

Werner Enterprises, Inc.; Omaha (NE); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

401(k) Plan

Stock Purchase Plan

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

Disability Plans

Job summary

Werner Enterprises, Inc. in Omaha, NE seeks a General Manager for Facilities Maintenance and Construction to direct construction, facilities, and maintenance operations from development through final inspection.

You will manage vendor contracts, budgets, safety compliance, and coordination with architects, engineers, and trades to ensure on-time, high-quality work that meets codes. This role requires 3–5 years of facilities or construction management experience, and a degree in construction

Qualifications

• Construction Expertise: Strong knowledge of building systems, construction methods, and building codes.
• Project Management: Build schedules, manage budgets, oversee multiple projects.
• Communication: Liaise between consultants, contractors, executives and employees.
• Technical Proficiency: Read technical drawings, plans, and specs.
• Experience: 3-5 years in facilities or construction management.
• Education: Degree in CM/FM/Engineering or significant work experience.

Responsibilities

• Project & Maintenance Execution: Ensure efficiency, timely completion, and quality of construction and maintenance.
• Specialist Collaboration: Work with architects, engineers, electricians, plumbers, and other trades.
• Contractor & Vendor Management: Oversee subcontractors and vendors to meet SLAs.
• Code Compliance & Permitting: Obtain licenses and ensure OSHA/ADA and codes compliance.
• Procurement & Supply Chain: Source parts and materials with Purchasing.
• Emergency Response & Troubleshooting: Respond to delays and downtime to restore operations.
• Reporting & Budget Oversight: Track expenses and report to leadership.
• Technical Communication: Interpret blueprints and service contracts for workers.

Skills

Construction Expertise

Project Management

Communication Skills

Technical Proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in CM/FM/Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Project

Job description

## General Manager-Facilities Maintenance and ConstructionApply: Onsite: Omaha, NE: Full time: Posted 20 Days Ago: JR22804The General Manager - Facilities Maintenance and Construction directs the overall management of construction, facilities, and maintenance operations; oversees capital improvement and routine upkeep projects from development through final inspection. They will assist with vendor contracts, budgets, safety compliance, and maintenance, ensuring that the work is completed on time and meets high-quality standards.**Key Responsibilities*** **Operations & Budgeting:** Manages the planning, procurement of materials, building operations, and budgets for ongoing structural maintenance, preventative upkeep, and new construction projects; negotiates vendor contracts and provides detailed cost estimates.* **Maintenance Standards & Strategy:** Selects appropriate construction and maintenance strategies (including scheduled, preventative, and corrective maintenance); coordinates facility work orders to ensure all building systems (HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and structural) meet safety standards, local building codes, and original design specifications.* **Planning:** Plans project objectives and operational goals; develops timelines and preventative maintenance schedules to minimize facility downtime and optimize building longevity.**Typical Functions*** **Project & Maintenance Execution:** Ensures the operational efficiency, timely completion, and quality standards of construction, dynamic work orders, and routine building maintenance through lower management and facility supervisors. **Specialist Collaboration:** Collaborates with architects, engineers, HVAC technicians, plumbers, electricians, carpenters, and other building trade specialists to resolve structural issues and optimize building performance. **Contractor & Vendor Management:** Selects, monitors, and oversees specialized sub-contractors, third-party service providers, and internal maintenance staff to ensure high-quality workmanship and adherence to service level agreements (SLAs). **Code Compliance & Permitting:** Obtains required licenses and environmental permits, confers with local inspectors, and ensures strict compliance with OSHA, ADA, life-safety requirements, local building codes, and company regulations. **Procurement & Supply Chain:** Works with Purchasing to source replacement parts, specialized trade tools, and building materials, ensuring efficient delivery and proper facility inventory management. **Emergency Response & Troubleshooting:** Responds promptly to work delays, facility emergencies, equipment failures, and unexpected downtime to restore operations safely and minimize operational disruption. **Reporting & Budget Oversight:** Tracks and reports on overall project progress, operational expenses, capital expenditures, and maintenance budget performance to executive leadership and key stakeholders. **Technical Communication:** Interprets blueprints, technical manuals, facility schematics, and service contracts, clearly communicating specifications and requirements to trade workers and external vendors. **Environmental Compliance & Management:** Oversees site environmental compliance programs, specifically managing, implementing, and auditing Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (**SWPPP**) and Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (**SPCC**) plans to ensure full EPA and local environmental adherence.**Required Knowledge & Abilities*** Construction Expertise: Strong knowledge of building systems, construction methods, and building codes.* Project Management Skills: Ability to build schedules, manage budgets, and oversee multiple projects simultaneously.* Communication Skills: Ability to act as a liaison between external consultants, contractors, executive staff, and employees.* Technical Proficiency: Ability to read technical drawings, plans, and specifications.* Experience: 3-5 years of experience in facilities management, construction management, or a* related field.* Education: A degree in construction management, facilities management or engineering or significant work experience.We know benefits are critical and we are committed to offering comprehensive and affordable options for you and your loved ones. This position is eligible for benefits, which include medical, dental and vision plans. We also offer a 401(k) plan, stock purchase plan, paid time off, life insurance, disability plans and other optional supplemental coverage.