Sr. Facilities Manager

Federal Reserve System; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Matching 401(k)

Pension Plan

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts

Backup Child Care Program

Paid Family Care Leave

Generous vacation, sick leave, and HOL

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco is seeking a Senior Facilities Manager to lead operations for the main San Francisco office. You will oversee building, grounds, and services, partner with stakeholders, and drive strategic facilities planning to support business objectives.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, vendor management, and program administration, with a focus on safety, compliance, and cost optimization. Location is SF with on-site responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Facility Management, Project Management, Business Administration or equivalent facilities management work experience preferred.
• Certification such as Facility Management Professional (FMP) from IFMA; Certified Facility Manager (CFM) from IFMA, or Facilities Management Administrator (IFMA), Building Owners and Managers Association preferred or the ability to attain certification within two years from hire.
• 8+ years of experience within Facilities Operations, with at least 3 years at a level commensurate with a Facility Manager
• Progressive leadership or people management experience
• Demonstrated experience managing facility operations, maintenance programs, vendor services, and capital improvement projects
• Experience managing facility budgets, forecasting expenses, and optimizing operational costs
• Proven ability to build relationships, influence stakeholders, and collaborate effectively across all organizational level
• Strong project management experience with the ability to oversee multiple concurrent initiatives
• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex business and operational issues and develop practical, strategic solutions
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize competing demands and perform effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, work order management systems preferred

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary facilities point of contact and trusted advisor for the San Francisco office, delivering exceptional levels of customer satisfaction and ensuring a safe, secure, efficient, and highly functional workplace, fostering strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders across all levels of the organization
• Act as the primary point of contact for customer, tenant, and external relationships, ensuring superior levels of satisfaction, effective communication regarding facility operations, services, and future planning
• Collaborate to develop strategic facility plans that support changing business needs, future occupancy requirements, workplace modernization efforts, and long-term asset management objectives
• Lead facility projects from conception through completion, including break-fix, building improvements, workplace enhancements, space planning efforts, and small renovations
• Ensure facilities operations comply with all applicable safety, health, environmental, and regulatory requirements.Partner closely with Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) to foster a strong safe work culture
• Manage facility operating budgets, capital expenditures, forecasts, and financial reporting while identifying opportunities to optimize operating costs and improve efficiency
• Lead facility vendor management by overseeing daily vendor activities, managing RFP processes, monitoring performance and service delivery, administering contracts, and cultivating strong vendor partnerships
• Administer and oversee facility-related programs including amenities, the district art program, AED management, LEED initiatives, and workplace compliance programs

Skills

Facilities operations

Budget management

Vendor management

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Leadership experience

Communication skills

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management

IFMA certifications (FMP/CFM) or equivalent

Tools

Work order systems

MS Office Suite

Job description

Company

Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco

We are the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco — public servants with a mission to advance the nation’s monetary, financial, and payment systems to build a stronger economy for all Americans. As part of the nation’s central bank, we are committed to understanding and serving the vibrant, expansive communities of the Twelfth District, which covers the nine western states of the U.S. That means we seek and appreciate new perspectives and build opportunities to learn and grow. At the SF Fed, we approach our work with integrity and a commitment to service.

The Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco is seeking a Senior Facilities Manager to lead facilities operations at our main San Francisco office. This role is responsible for ensuring the efficient operation, maintenance, safety, and strategic management of our building, grounds, and services that support business objectives to provide a best-in-class employee experience.

The Senior Facilities Manager serves as a trusted advisor and strategic partner to business leaders, stakeholders, tenants, vendors, and external partners. This position is responsible for defining the “why,” “what,” and “where” that drive organizational success throughout the built environment. The successful candidate will be expected to develop long-term facilities strategies, oversee facilities project delivery, manage operational and financial performance, and proactively identify and mitigate risks that may impact business operations.

This role requires a highly collaborative and influential leader who excels at stakeholder engagement, strategic planning, operational excellence, and problem solving. While this position does not have direct people management responsibility, the Senior Facilities Manager is expected to lead through influence, build strong partnerships, and drive successful outcomes across multiple functions and disciplines.

Location: Candidate must reside within a commutable distance to our San Francisco office.

Highlights of Responsibilities:

• Serve as the primary facilities point of contact and trusted advisor for the San Francisco office, delivering exceptional levels of customer satisfaction and ensuring a safe, secure, efficient, and highly functional workplace, fostering strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders across all levels of the organization

• Act as the primary point of contact for customer, tenant, and external relationships, ensuring superior levels of satisfaction, effective communication regarding facility operations, services, and future planning

• Collaborate to develop strategic facility plans that support changing business needs, future occupancy requirements, workplace modernization efforts, and long-term asset management objectives

• Lead facility projects from conception through completion, including break-fix, building improvements, workplace enhancements, space planning efforts, and small renovations

• Ensure facilities operations comply with all applicable safety, health, environmental, and regulatory requirements.Partner closely with Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) to foster a strong safe work culture

• Manage facility operating budgets, capital expenditures, forecasts, and financial reporting while identifying opportunities to optimize operating costs and improve efficiency

• Lead facility vendor management by overseeing daily vendor activities, managing RFP processes, monitoring performance and service delivery, administering contracts, and cultivating strong vendor partnerships

• Administer and oversee facility-related programs including amenities, the district art program, AED management, LEED initiatives, and workplace compliance programs

What we are looking for:

• Bachelor’s degree in Facility Management, Project Management, Business Administration or equivalent facilities management work experience preferred

• Certification such as Facility Management Professional (FMP) from International Facilities Management Association (IFMA); Certified Facility Manager (CFM) from IFMA, or Facilities Management Administrator (IFMA), Building Owners and Managers Association preferred or the ability to attain certification within two years from hire.

• 8+ years of experience within Facilities Operations, with at least 3 years at a level commensurate with a Facility Manager

• Progressive leadership or people management experience

• Demonstrated experience managing facility operations, maintenance programs, vendor services, and capital improvement projects

• Experience managing facility budgets, forecasting expenses, and optimizing operational costs

• Proven ability to build relationships, influence stakeholders, and collaborate effectively across all organizational level

• Strong project management experience with the ability to oversee multiple concurrent initiatives

• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex business and operational issues and develop practical, strategic solutions

• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize competing demands and perform effectively in a fast-paced environment

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, work order management systems preferred

Base Salary Range: $130,000 – 160,000 (Location: San Francisco)

Final salary and offer will be determined by the applicant’s background, experience, skills, internal equity, and alignment with geographic and other market data.

Benefits package includes:

• Matching 401(k)
• Retirement/Pension Plan
• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts
• Backup Child Care Program
• Paid Family Care Leave
• Generous vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Pet Insurance

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment. The SF Fed is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Full Time / Part Time

Full time

Regular / Temporary

Regular

Job Exempt (Yes / No)

Yes

Job Category

Facilities/Real Estate Family Group

Work Shift

First (United States of America)

The Federal Reserve Banks are committed to equal employment opportunity for employees and job applicants in compliance with applicable law and to an environment where employees are valued for their differences.

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