Maintenance Manager

Steelcase; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Steelcase seeks a Maintenance Manager to lead maintenance efforts at its Grand Rapids campus. The role involves overseeing facility repairs, managing vendor contracts, ensuring safety, and maintaining the budget. A strong candidate will possess technical building expertise and leadership experience, with a commitment to fostering a positive work environment.

Benefits

Diverse and Inclusive Work Environment

Veteran-Friendly Employer

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in Facilities Management or related fields.
• Technical expertise in building systems and infrastructure.
• Prior leadership and budget management experience required.

Responsibilities

• Manage all building repairs and vendor contracts.
• Approve spending and oversee the annual budget.
• Develop and execute strategies for infrastructure investment.

Skills

Facilities Management

Technical Knowledge of Building Systems

Financial Acumen

Leadership Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Facilities Management, Architecture, Real Estate or Construction Management

Tools

Work Order System

Job description

Office Location: 901 44th Street SE - - - - -

Date posted: 16-Jun-2025

Business Function: Accounting/Finance

Position Type: Full-Time/Regular

Description

We are hiring a Maintenance Manager to lead the maintenance team at the Steelcase Grand Rapids campus. This individual will ensure our office environments are maintained in a safe, positive, and professional manner for employees and customers. Responsibilities include selecting, managing, negotiating, and leading a team to perform a defined scope of work and services necessary to maintain our facilities and properties effectively.

Who You Are:

You are an experienced facilities professional with deep technical expertise in building systems and infrastructure. You are skilled in identifying and resolving property and building issues through troubleshooting and sound decision-making. You possess strong financial acumen and the ability to effectively manage budgets. You have demonstrated leadership skills and are well versed in guiding a team and driving results.

Minimum Qualifications:

• At least 5 years of overall experience in Facilities Management, Facilities Maintenance, Engineering, Real Estate, Construction Management or Property Management
• Technical knowledge of building systems and infrastructure
• Prior leadership experience
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, utilizing strong organization skills
• Must be available for on-call after hours emergencies

Desired Skills and Experience:

• Related certifications: CFM, FMP or SFP
• Bachelor’s Degree in Facilities Management, Architecture, Real Estate or Construction Management

What You Will Be Doing:

• Manage and schedule all building repairs, both planned and unforeseen needs
• Select, negotiate, manage and contract vendors to perform defined scope of work/services
• Approve spending and release payment while ensuring the overall Facilities annual budget is being met
• Own and manage the overall Facilities annual budget while ensuring the department meets financial performance and budget objectives
• Administer and maintain the work order system, dashboard, and reporting for the department and determine appropriate priority and corrective actions for all maintenance service requests
• Develop and execute an infrastructure investment strategy that aligns with our organization's long-term objectives
• Staff training, performance management, career development, developing and monitoring departmental goals
• Develop and manage small projects from development, scope, bid, award, execute and close out
• Ensure the health, safety, cleanliness of the work environment

Who We Are:

Steelcase is a global design and thought leader in the world of work. Along with our expansive community of brands, we design and manufacture innovative furnishings and solutions to help people do their best work in the many places where work happens.

Why People Choose to Work with Us:

At Steelcase, we put people at the center of everything we do. We understand the role of work and believe that it can bring meaning and purpose to the lives of our customers and our employees. We prioritize supporting our employees both in and out of work, in all aspects of their lives. When we bring our talents together, we make a positive lasting impact through our work and communities.

What Matters to Us:

More than qualifications, we’re looking for talent and potential. We are proud to have a diverse and inclusive workforce, and we're always looking to improve our global community. We value applicants who are comfortable interacting with people different from themselves, building mutual respect and positive relationships. We invite people from all backgrounds and genders to apply. If we can make the application process easier through accommodation, please email us at [e-mail].

Steelcase provides employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, creed, genetic information, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or veteran status and bases all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. We are proud to be recognized for our inclusive workforce by the Corporate Equality Index for the past nine years.

Steelcase is a MVAA- Gold Level Veteran-Friendly Employer. Steelcase recognizes the amazing experiences and skills that Veteran's possess. We encourage all Veterans and Veteran Spouses to apply.

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