Real Estate Facilities, Project, CAPEX Manager

Hitachi, Ltd.; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy in Raleigh, NC is seeking a Real Estate Facilities, Project, CAPEX Manager to lead daily facility operations and IFM activities. You will manage budgets, vendor performance, and workplace services while coordinating capital projects with internal teams and external partners.

The role emphasizes financial acumen, stakeholder engagement, and on-site leadership, with 20-30% travel in the southeast region. On-site work in Raleigh is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Facility Management, Engineering, Construction Management, Business, Real Estate, or related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in facility management, building operations, maintenance, or related disciplines.
• Experience managing facility service providers, contractors, and budgets.
• Knowledge of building systems and workplace operations.
• Experience with capital projects and infrastructure upgrades.
• Strong financial acumen in budgeting and forecasting.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day facility operations for the Raleigh site with a safe, productive workplace.
• Serve as primary site contact for facility operations, vendors, and stakeholders.
• Direct third-party providers to meet service levels and quality standards.
• Support IFM standards, processes, and reporting; conduct inspections and risk assessments.
• Assist in budget development, forecasting, and expense management.
• Plan and execute capital projects, including renovations and upgrades.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, and contractors; monitor progress and budgets.

Skills

Facility management

Budgeting

Project management

Vendor management

Construction knowledge

Stakeholder management

Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Facility Management or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

The Opportunity

Hitachi Energy is seeking a Real Estate Facilities, Project, CAPEX Manager for our Raleigh, North Carolina location. This role is responsible for leading day-to-day facility operations and Integrated Facility Management (IFM) activities that support a safe, efficient, sustainable, and productive workplace. The position serves as the primary site contact for facility-related operations, vendor management, maintenance oversight, workplace services, budgeting, and stakeholder support.

In addition to core facility management responsibilities, the Facility Manager will support capital improvement and infrastructure projects, helping coordinate scope, schedule, budget, contractor performance, and project execution.

This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to both operational excellence and long-term facility improvement initiatives that support Hitachi Energy's business growth and manufacturing operations.

How You'll Make an Impact

Facility Operations & Workplace Management

• Lead day-to-day facility operations for the Raleigh site, ensuring a safe, reliable, and productive workplace environment.
• Serve as the primary facility management point of contact for site leadership, employees, service providers, and business stakeholders.
• Manage and direct third-party service providers and ensure contractual service levels, quality standards, and performance expectations are achieved.
• Support implementation and continuous improvement of Integrated Facility Management (IFM) standards, processes, and reporting.
• Conduct facility inspections and assessments to identify risks, maintenance needs, and opportunities for improvement.
• Support annual operating budget development, forecasting, and expense management activities.
• Promote healthy, safe, accessible, and sustainable workplace environments while ensuring compliance with applicable internal and external requirements.

Capital Project & Facility Improvement Support

• Support planning and execution of facility-related capital projects, including renovations, infrastructure improvements, workspace modifications, and building system upgrades.
• Assist in developing project scopes, schedules, budgets, and stakeholder requirements.
• Coordinate activities with architects, engineers, contractors, consultants, and internal teams throughout project delivery.
• Monitor project progress, budget performance, quality standards, and schedule adherence.
• Participate in construction reviews, site inspections, and punch-list activities to ensure successful project outcomes.
• Identify and mitigate project risks while maintaining compliance with company safety and construction standards.
• Communicate project status, milestones, and key decisions to stakeholders and site leadership.

Your Background

• Bachelor's degree in Facility Management, Engineering, Construction Management, Business, Real Estate, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in facility management, building operations, maintenance management, corporate real estate, project management, or related disciplines.
• Demonstrated experience managing facility service providers, contractors, and operational budgets.
• Knowledge of building systems, facility maintenance practices, and workplace operations.
• Experience supporting construction, renovation, infrastructure, or capital improvement projects.
• Strong financial acumen with experience in budgeting, forecasting, invoice management, and cost control.
• Strong communication, organizational, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and PowerPoint.
• Experience with facility management, project management, work order, or corporate real estate systems preferred
• Experience in corporate headquarters preferred
• Professional certifications such as Certified Facility Manager (CFM), Facility Management Professional (FMP), or Project Management Professional (PMP) are preferred.
• Role will be onsite in Raleigh, NC
• 20-30% southeast travel
• Experience with facility management, project management, work order, or corporate real estate systems preferred
• Experience in corporate headquarters preferred
• Professional certifications such as Certified Facility Manager (CFM), Facility Management Professional (FMP), or Project Management Professional (PMP) are preferred.
• Role will be onsite in Raleigh, NC
• 20-30% southeast travel

More About Us

In this role, you will collaborate with experienced professionals while running impactful capital projects that shape the future of Hitachi Energy’s facilities footprint.

• Opportunities to work on innovative technologies that shape the future of energy
• A collaborative environment with experienced professionals across the power industry
• Access to learning platforms and career development programs
• Attractive health and retirement benefits
• Paid leave and flexible work arrangements

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