Senior Facilities Leader — Multi-Unit Restaurant Ops

Lazy Dog Restaurants, LLC; Newport Beach (CA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Lazy Dog Restaurants, LLC is seeking a Sr. Manager, Facilities in Newport Beach to lead daily facilities operations and major projects across a multi-unit portfolio.

You will oversee contractors, coordinate with restaurant leadership, and drive preventive maintenance and energy efficiency initiatives. Ideal candidates have 7+ years in facilities management for restaurant groups, strong CMMS experience, and a deep technical background in HVAC, electrical, and building systems.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of facilities management experience in restaurant or multi-unit settings.
• Experience with Ecotrak or a comparable CMMS.
• Strong technical understanding of HVAC, refrigeration, electrical, plumbing, and building systems.
• Willing to travel up to 25% of the time.
• Able to lift up to 75 pounds and work at heights safely.

Responsibilities

• Execute the facilities portfolio strategy including preventive maintenance and asset lifecycle planning.
• Oversee daily facilities operations and special projects; manage contractors and vendors.
• Lead emergency response and coordinate issues to resolution.
• Partner with restaurant leaders and regional teams to improve maintenance practices.
• Develop and manage annual repairs and maintenance budgets and capital plans.
• Review estimates, POs, invoices, and change orders within delegated authority.
• Own special projects such as equipment replacements, remodels, and turnkey facilities work.
• Provide updates to facilities leadership on operations, budgets, and vendor performance.

Skills

Facilities management

Contractor management

Budget management

HVAC systems

Building systems

Safety compliance

Vendor negotiations

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Ecotrak CMMS

MS Office

Job description

Lazy Dog Restaurants, LLC is seeking a Sr. Manager, Facilities in Newport Beach to lead daily facilities operations and major projects across a multi-unit portfolio.

You will oversee contractors, coordinate with restaurant leadership, and drive preventive maintenance and energy efficiency initiatives. Ideal candidates have 7+ years in facilities management for restaurant groups, strong CMMS experience, and a deep technical background in HVAC, electrical, and building systems.