Sr Facilities Manager- Life Sciences/ Pharmaceutical onsite in Cambridge, MA

CBRE; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE is seeking a Facilities Senior Manager for their Life Sciences R&D campus in Lexington, MA. The successful candidate will oversee all building operations and maintenance, focusing primarily on HVAC and Mechanical & Electrical systems.

This role requires 5-8 years of relevant experience in facilities management, preferably in the life sciences sector. A collaborative environment will offer opportunities for professional growth and significant impact in the field.

Qualifications

• 5 - 8 years of relevant experience in facilities management.
• Life Sciences/Pharmaceutical industry facilities management experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage building operations and maintenance for a life sciences R&D campus.
• Supervise employees and oversee recruitment and hiring.
• Coordinate facility repairs and maintenance.
• Prepare and run capital projects and operating budgets.

Skills

Leadership

Facilities Management

Technical Problem Solving

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's Degree preferred

Job description

CBRE Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) works with clients to make real estate a significant contributor to organizational productivity and performance. Our account management model is at the heart of our client‑centric approach to delivering integrated real estate solutions. Each client is entrusted with a dedicated leader and is supported by regional and global resources, demonstrating the industry's most robust platform. CBRE GWS delivers consistent, measurably superior outcomes for our clients at every stage of the lifecycle, and across industries and geographies.

About the role

Join CBRE, a global leader in real estate services, and play a crucial role in supporting life‑changing scientific advancements! As our Facilities Senior Manager, you will strategically manage all aspects of building operations and maintenance for a premier Life Sciences R&D Pharmaceutical campus in Lexington, MA. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a thriving research ecosystem and advance your expertise in a challenging and rewarding environment.

You will support both hard and soft services, but a majority of the scope will focus on HVAC, Mechanical & Electrical.

What you’ll do

• Provide formal supervision to employees. Track the training and development of staff. Conduct performance evaluations and mentor. Oversee the recruiting and hiring of new employees.
• Coordinate and develop the team's daily activities. Establish work schedules, assign tasks, and cross‑train staff. Set and track staff and department deadlines. Mentor and coach as needed.
• Coordinate and manage facility repairs and maintenance by working with technicians, vendors, and contractors.
• Maintain positive client relationships and conduct meetings on unresolved facility issues.
• Prepare and run large and high‑profile capital projects, operating budgets, and variance reports.
• Perform facility inspections quality assurance following local, state, and federal regulations. Suggest and implement operational efficiencies, repairs, and upgrade opportunities.
• Create environmental health and safety procedures for facilities.
• Develop vendor relationships and coordinate invoicing procedures. Review and approve purchase orders for the procurement of parts, services, and labor for projects.
• Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values. Influence others to adopt a different point of view while being guided by policies and departmental plans.
• Identify and solve technical and operational problems of complexity.
• Understand and recognize the broader impact across the department.
• Improve and change existing methods, processes, and standards within job.

What you’ll need

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred with 5 - 8 years of relevant experience. In lieu of a degree, a combination of experience and education will be considered. Valid driver's license required. Facility Management certification preferred.
• Must hold some Life Sciences/ Pharmaceutical industry facilities management experience.
• Experience in the areas of leadership, staffing, selection, training, development, coaching, mentoring, measuring, appraising, and rewarding performance and retention is preferred.
• In‑depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.

Why CBRE?

When you join CBRE, you become part of a global leader in commercial real estate and investment services that help businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward‑thinking professionals who create significant impact! Our collaborative environment is built on our shared values – respect, integrity, service, and excellence – and we value the varied perspectives, backgrounds, and skills of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your full potential!

Disclaimers

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate's education, training and experience. The compensation range is about $150,000 to $160,000 annual base salary plus 15% target bonus based on experience. The compensation offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate's skills, qualifications and experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

CBRE has a long‑standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Candidate Accommodations:

CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company's success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at [e-mail] or via telephone at [phone] (U.S.) and [phone] (Canada).