Facilities Asset Manager

About the Role

Manage, plan, and coordinate an integrated citywide facilities asset management and maintenance program to maximize the use and value of all City-owned buildings, services, and assets. Coordinate assigned activities with other divisions and outside agencies, providing highly responsible and complex staff assistance to assigned supervisory or management staff.

Responsibilities

• Manage, plan, and coordinate an integrated citywide facilities asset management and maintenance program to manage and maximize the use and value of all City-owned buildings, services, and assets.
• Participate in the development and implementation of new space standards for City offices using best asset management practices to achieve optimal efficiency; implement and maintain a space utilization and consolidation plan for City-owned properties.
• Conduct a comprehensive evaluation of City facilities for condition and remaining useful life of mechanical, plumbing, electrical, and other critical features.
• Prioritize capital investments in City buildings based on strategic requirements; identify and recommend facility maintenance and capital improvement projects; reduce the need to lease space; recommend disposal of underutilized City properties.
• Oversee and participate in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for each assigned program.
• Participate in the development and administration of the division’s annual budget; forecast funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; monitor and approve expenditures; implement adjustments.
• Create, review, revise, and implement citywide program processes and agreements to reduce City energy consumption through energy conservation and renewable energy projects in both owned and leased properties.
• Ensure all building-related construction, remodeling, and rehabilitation projects are fully permitted and conform to applicable City, State, and Federal codes, ordinances, and regulations.
• Select, train, motivate, and evaluate assigned personnel; provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies; implement discipline and termination procedures.
• Participate on a variety of boards, commissions, and committees; prepare and present staff reports and other necessary correspondence.
• Serve as the liaison for facility assets to other City departments, divisions, and outside agencies; negotiate and resolve sensitive and controversial issues.
• Attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of new trends and innovations in facilities and energy management.
• Respond to and resolve difficult and sensitive citizen inquiries and complaints.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in business administration, public administration, planning, operations management, construction management, or project management.
• Seven (7) years of managerial experience in facilities management, building maintenance, public works operations, capital project management, construction management, asset management, or capital improvement planning, including four (4) years of supervisory experience.
• Possession of a valid New Mexico Driver’s License or ability to obtain by date of hire.
• Possession of a City Operator’s Permit (COP) within 6 months from date of hire.

Certified Facility Manager (CFM) or Certified Property Manager certificate preferred.

Working Conditions

• Office and field environment; exposure to heat, cold, noise; work may be performed on slippery or uneven surfaces; exposure to computer screens.
• Physical requirements include walking, standing, or sitting for prolonged periods; light and/or moderate lifting; operating motorized equipment.