Manager Facilities Projects

Goodwill Industries of SE WIS; Great Lakes (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Manager of Facility Projects to lead and implement strategies for various facility and equipment projects. This role involves overseeing renovations, new constructions, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. The ideal candidate will possess strong project management skills, a solid understanding of building systems, and the ability to foster positive relationships with stakeholders. Join a mission-driven organization that values community engagement and offers a competitive benefits package, making a meaningful impact in the community.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Short and Long-term Disability

Life Insurance

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in facility management or related field.
• Strong understanding of building systems: HVAC, electrical, plumbing.

Responsibilities

• Oversee facility projects from renovations to new constructions.
• Manage departmental budget and ensure compliance with standards.

Skills

Project Management

Facility Management

Budget Management

Community Engagement

Change Management

Blueprint Reading

Building Codes Knowledge

Communication Skills

Education

Associate's Degree or Experience Equivalency

Tools

AutoCAD

CMMS (Maximo & Facility Works)

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Manager Facility Projects is responsible for implementing s trategy for all facility and equipment projects: renovations, new construction, equipment overhauls, upgrades, phase replacements and installs on all Food Service and Logistic contracted facilities including Goodwill Great Lakes owned property at Naval Station Great Lakes. Oversees daily operations, direct staff and ensures implementation of departmental policies, procedures and programs.

RESPONSIBILITY LEVEL:

Implements strategy for all facility and equipment projects: renovations, new construction, equipment overhauls, upgrades, phase replacements and installs on all Food Service and Logistic contracted facilities including Goodwill Great Lakes. Oversees daily operations, direct staff and ensures implementation of departmental policies, procedures and programs. Maintains operating budget and manages expenses. Communicates budgetary performance. Typically works on projects and initiatives that span 1-2 years and focuses on the creation of systems, processes and programs.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES:

1. Leading and Developing Talent: Manages departmental structure, development and training of staff. Actively networks and sources for positions within the team.

2. Project and Change Management: Plans and manages projects of low to moderate complexity related to departmental function. Manages change with direct reports and participates in the leadership coalition that supports the change.

3. Community Engagement: Understands social trends driving Goodwill's community engagement initiatives, and champions initiatives.

4. Manage construction of facilities, new construction and build-outs, interacting with architects, engineers, contractors and consultants. Manage project work flow and schedules to meet current and future organizational needs. Consult regularly with management.

5. Manage, direct and supervise appliance mechanics on assigned facility-related projects within established fiscal and quality standards.

6. Develop and sustain positive relationships with the Navy customer and related departments to facilitate communication and ensure cooperation and timely assistance for Goodwill related project requirements.

7. Manage maintenance and repair activities of contractors, and ensure that contractor s time is accurate and work performed meets required specifications.

8. Proactively anticipate issues and continuously improve operational performance. Develop and implement procedures to attain maximum productivity, safety and quality.

9. Maintains and ensures a safe and orderly work environment.

10. Submit weekly status reports to Assistant Director, Facilities Support Services Other duties as assigned. Responsible for sourcing of equipment, parts and services related to facilities maintenance.

11. Responsible for completing other duties/responsibilities as assigned.

12. Must be a US Citizen, as defined by US Navy security guidelines

13. Required to obtain a Common Access Card (CAC) within 90 days of date of hire, pursuant to US Navy security guidelines. Inability to obtain CAC card may result in removal and/or termination from position.

REQUIREMENTS:

1. Associate's degree or experience equivalency, and a minimum of 3 years' experience.

2. Valid driver's license, forklift license and scissor lift license required. Must hold Trustworthiness Determination Clearance.

3. Strong understanding of building facility systems and infrastructure, water system, electrical systems, HVAC systems and Fire suppression systems. Knowledge of all building and environmental codes.

4. Ability to read blueprints and interpret contracts, schematics and equipment specifications. Functional knowledge of AutoCAD and CMMS (Maximo & Facility works) programs. Knowledge of military facility construction standards.

5. Proficient computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite, including Microsoft Project and Visio).

6. Ability to travel to various facilities, vendor offices and other locations to coordinate and facilitate projects.

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:

1. Business Insight: Shares knowledge, keeps others informed of industry developments and provides education on business fundamentals. Applies insights and industry trends to drive critical initiatives. Helps others understand their contributions to the success of the broader organization.

2. Courage: Demonstrates the ability to deliver a difficult message and say no when necessary. Confronts tough organizational issues and coaches people on how to appropriately advocate in the face of adversity.

CORE CULTURALCOMPETENCIES:

1. Customer Focus: Gathers customer satisfaction input and aligns business processes to work with those of the customer. Holds others accountable for meeting customer needs and addresses gaps in meeting emerging customer needs.

2. Values Differences: Creates an environment where differences are openly shared, embraced and incorporated into the team s activities. Encourages others to be open to, seek and learn from diverse perspectives. Demonstrated sensitivity to cultural norms and expectations and helps other understand the value diversity brings to the business.

3. Communicates Effectively: Practices active and attentive listening and encourages candid and open communication among groups. Breaks down communication barriers and adjusts content and communication style to reach the audience and a diverse set of stakeholders.

4. Situational Adaptability: Sets an example of adaptability, adapting and shifting priorities in response to clients, constituents, or the organization. Helps teams adapt to new situations and shift approach or stay the course in the face of changing demands.

5. Drives Results: Fosters a sense of urgency within the team for reaching goals and meeting deadlines. Drives a record of success leading other to persist in achieving results despite setbacks or obstacles.

6. Ensures Accountability: Holds self and team accountable for outcomes and accepts responsibility for successes and failures of own work and the team s work. Creates feedback loops within processes; monitors metrics and milestones to chart progress against expectations and accountabilities.

PHYSICAL/SENSORY DEMANDS:

Job requires the following: remain stationary for sustained periods of time; ability to move about to accomplish tasks; must be able to operate a computer or similar technology, which typically involves substantial motions of wrist, hands and/or fingers; visual acuity to perform activities such as preparing data, operating equipment or review thoroughness of work; ability to communicate with others and exchange information. Regularly lifts and/or moves up 10 pounds, frequently lifts and/or moves up to 20 pounds, occasionally lifts and/or moves up to 50 pounds. Moves about to accomplish tasks. Lift: Raises objects from lower to higher position or moves objects horizontally. Reach: Extending upwards or downwards to retrieve objects. Stoop, kneel crouch or crawl: Positions self to retrieve objects. Worker is subject to weather conditions (hot, humid, dry, cold etc.). Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

When determining placement within the salary range for this position Goodwill Greater Milwaukee & Chicago considers education, experience, internal equity, market demands and other qualifying criteria. It is not typical for individuals to be hired at or near the top of the rage for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on facts and circumstances of each case.

Certain roles are eligible to participate in an incentive plan. Participation in this plan does not guarantee an incentive payment and is subject to the terms and conditions of the plan, which are subject to change.

In addition to compensation, we offer a competitive benefit program that may include medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disab ility, life insurance, retirement plan, paid time off (PTO) and more. The specifics of each benefit package will vary depending on factors such as full or part time jobs, contracted, temporary, or other job categories.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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