Senior Facility Operations Lead

Versar, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Versar Global Solutions in Chicago, IL seeks a Facility Maintenance Manager to lead on-site facility operations under the USPS IFSM program. This full-time role requires overseeing maintenance, safety, and contract performance across mission-critical facilities.

Candidates should have 7–10+ years in facility management or O&M, familiarity with federal contracting, and a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.

Qualifications

• 7–10+ years in facility management or O&M.
• Federal or large-scale contract experience preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Facility Management, Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or a related field preferred; in lieu of a degree, equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant facility management experience will be considered.
• Familiarity with federal contracting and safety standards.
• Possess and maintain a valid US driver’s license and must meet minimum state requirements for vehicle insurance.
• Must be proficient in English, both written and verbal, to ensure effective communication and collaboration.
• Successful results of pre-employment screenings, including federal background check, MVR, and drug screen.
• Comply with company drug and alcohol policy.
• Be authorized to work in the US or will be authorized by the successful candidate’s start date.

Responsibilities

• Provide full oversight of IFSM services aligned to contract requirements, Statements of Work (SOW), and Statements of Objectives (SOO).
• Ensure all services meet or exceed USPS performance standards and contractual obligations.
• Maintain operational continuity in occupied, mission-critical facilities.
• Serve as the on-site authority responsible for contract execution and service delivery.
• Direct all preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities across facility systems.
• Ensure compliance with inspection, quality control, and maintenance standards.
• Identify deficiencies and implement corrective actions to maintain facility performance.
• Manage and coordinate subcontractors in accordance with contract requirements.
• Oversee service delivery and enforce performance, safety, and compliance expectations.
• Review scopes of work, validate completion, and approve invoices.
• Ensure compliance with USPS safety and health standards and all applicable regulations.
• Enforce accident prevention procedures and workplace safety programs.
• Protect USPS facilities and assets.
• Manage site-level budgets and control costs.
• Track labor, subcontractors, materials, and ODCs.
• Ensure compliance with pricing and cost control requirements.
• Utilize CMMS systems to track maintenance and generate reports.
• Ensure accurate documentation for audits and performance reviews.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for USPS representatives (CO, COR).
• Maintain strong communication and customer satisfaction.
• Lead response efforts for facility incidents and emergencies.
• Ensure continuity of operations.

Job description

Versar Global Solutions in Chicago, IL seeks a Facility Maintenance Manager to lead on-site facility operations under the USPS IFSM program. This full-time role requires overseeing maintenance, safety, and contract performance across mission-critical facilities.

Candidates should have 7–10+ years in facility management or O&M, familiarity with federal contracting, and a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.