Senior Facilities Leader: Labs, GMP & Capital Projects

Jobtailor; Maple Grove (MN); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking an experienced Facilities Manager to oversee R&D, laboratory, and office facilities in a regulated manufacturing setting. You will ensure reliable operation of HVAC, cleanrooms, utilities, BAS, and safety systems while leading capital projects and contractor performance.

You will plan space, manage budgets, and collaborate with EH&S for regulatory compliance. Strong project management, communication, and coaching skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred in Facilities Management, Engineering, Architecture, Business, or related field
• Minimum eight years of progressive facilities management experience including building operations, infrastructure maintenance, or construction project management
• Experience in regulated manufacturing, medical device, life sciences, pharmaceutical, or laboratory environments preferred
• GMP environments and quality system requirements knowledge within medical device industry
• HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, infrastructure, and life safety systems knowledge
• Experience managing capital projects, renovations, and contractor services
• Strong project management, organizational, and prioritization skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities within a regulated environment
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Experience with Building Automation Systems (BAS)
• Familiarity with AutoCAD and facility layout software preferred
• Proficiency with CMMS applications and Microsoft 365 software
• Ability to influence and communicate with all levels of the organization, including senior leadership
• Strong employee coaching, conflict resolution, and performance management skills
• Certifications such as CFM, FMP, PMP, or LEED accreditation preferred
• Ability to read and interpret facility drawings, construction documents, and technical specifications
• Willingness to provide 5–10% travel and after-hours/weekend emergency support

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain R&D, laboratory, and office facilities
• Ensure reliable operation and maintenance of HVAC systems, cleanrooms, utilities, electrical distribution, access control, fire/life safety systems, and environmental controls
• Plan, schedule, and manage operational service providers and contractor performance
• Use CMMS software to manage work orders, preventive maintenance, asset records, and maintenance history
• Lead facility space planning, renovations, and capital projects from scope development through closeout
• Manage architects, engineers, consultants, and contractors to meet safety, quality, compliance, schedule, and budget requirements
• Partner with Environmental Health & Safety on facility safety programs, employee training, and regulatory compliance
• Provide after-hours and weekend support for facility emergencies
• Participate in insurance, safety, facility inspections, internal and external audits
• Lead and develop facility personnel through staffing, workload management, coaching, performance management, training, and professional development
• Monitor industry trends, regulatory changes, and emerging technologies to recommend facility improvements
• Develop long-range utility, energy, and infrastructure plans
• Advise site leadership on capital investments, facility risks, resources, and infrastructure priorities
• Maintain facility-related quality system documentation, procedures, and records
• Develop and manage operating and capital budgets, forecasting, expenditure tracking, and financial performance
• Establish departmental goals, priorities, and performance expectations

Skills

Problem-Solving

Analytical Skills

Decision-Making

Effective Communication

Employee Coaching

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

CMMS Software

Building Automation Systems

AutoCAD

Microsoft 365

Job description

Jobtailor is seeking an experienced Facilities Manager to oversee R&D, laboratory, and office facilities in a regulated manufacturing setting. You will ensure reliable operation of HVAC, cleanrooms, utilities, BAS, and safety systems while leading capital projects and contractor performance.

You will plan space, manage budgets, and collaborate with EH&S for regulatory compliance. Strong project management, communication, and coaching skills are essential.