Space Institute Facilities & Operations Manager

Texas A&M University System; Georgia; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Training opportunities

Wellness programs

Job summary

Texas A&M University System, Space Institute in Houston, is seeking an Operations Manager to lead facility operations, maintenance, and infrastructure for a multi-tenant space institute. The role focuses on safety, reliability, and high standards to support advanced research environments.

The position oversees specialized environments and collaborates with internal departments and external partners to ensure space readiness, efficient operations, and responsive tenant support in a dynamic

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Facility Management, Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Five (5) years of related experience in facility operations, maintenance, or project coordination.

Responsibilities

• Oversees preventative, corrective, and planned maintenance of mechanical, electrical, HVAC, custodial, and grounds operations.
• Manages day-to-day facility operations to ensure safety, functionality, and compliance with policies and regulations.
• Coordinates and manages vendors, service contracts, and maintenance providers for quality and compliance.
• Oversees access control, tenant onboarding, and facility usage processes with regular reviews of permissions.
• Leads safety, emergency preparedness, and business continuity efforts, including training and drills.

Skills

Facility ops experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Facility Management

Job description

Texas A&M University System, Space Institute in Houston, is seeking an Operations Manager to lead facility operations, maintenance, and infrastructure for a multi-tenant space institute. The role focuses on safety, reliability, and high standards to support advanced research environments.

The position oversees specialized environments and collaborates with internal departments and external partners to ensure space readiness, efficient operations, and responsive tenant support in a dynamic