Senior Facilities Manager
Jones Lang LaSalle Americas, Inc.
full-time
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Location Type: Office
Location: Durham • North Carolina • United States
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Salary
💰 $110,100 - $134,900 per year
Job Level
About the role
- Oversee all aspects of facilities operations including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, life safety systems, and building automation to ensure optimal performance and regulatory compliance
- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of facilities professionals, fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and service excellence
- Develop and manage annual operating budgets, capital improvement plans, and financial forecasts while identifying cost-saving opportunities without compromising service quality
- Serve as the primary client liaison, building strong relationships through proactive communication, strategic planning sessions, and responsive problem-solving
- Coordinate and oversee preventive maintenance programs, vendor contracts, and service agreements to maximize asset lifecycle and minimize downtime
- Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations including building codes, safety standards, environmental requirements, and accessibility guidelines
- Conduct regular property inspections, risk assessments, and performance evaluations to identify improvement opportunities and address issues proactively
- Lead special projects including renovations, tenant improvements, system upgrades, and sustainability initiatives from conception through completion
- Prepare comprehensive reports, presentations, and analytics that demonstrate operational performance, financial trends, and strategic recommendations
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Minimum of 7 years of progressive facilities management experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership role managing complex commercial properties
- Demonstrated expertise in building systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire/life safety, and building automation systems
- Proven track record of managing multi-million dollar budgets and delivering measurable cost savings while maintaining service excellence
- Strong leadership and people management skills with experience hiring, training, developing, and retaining high-performing teams
- Excellent client relationship management abilities with a service-oriented mindset and strong communication skills across all organizational levels
- Comprehensive knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations governing commercial property operations, safety, and environmental compliance
- Proficiency with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS), MS Office Suite, and facilities management software platforms
Benefits
- 401(k) plan with matching company contributions
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care
- Paid parental leave at 100% of salary
- Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
- Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay
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Hard Skills & Tools
HVACelectrical systemsplumbinglife safety systemsbuilding automationbudget managementpreventive maintenancerisk assessmentproject managementsustainability initiatives
Soft Skills
leadershipteam developmentclient relationship managementcommunicationproblem-solvingaccountabilitycontinuous improvementservice excellencestrategic planningpeople management