Facilities Manager - Data Centers

As a Data Center Facilities Manager at CBRE, you will manage a team responsible for overseeing critical infrastructure operations and 24/7/365 maintenance for a data center facility, campus, or critical asset portfolio. This role focuses on maximizing uptime, mitigating operational risk, and providing strategic support regarding high-density cooling, power distribution, and infrastructure lifecycle plans.

Responsibilities

• Provide formal supervision to critical facilities employees.
• Monitor specialized data center training and development.
• Conduct performance evaluations and technical coaching.
• Oversee recruiting for skilled critical environment technicians.
• Schedule and manage 24/7/365 shift activities.
• Establish work schedules and rigorous cross-training plans.
• Set and track department and SLA deadlines.
• Mentor and coach technical staff as needed.
• Coordinate critical infrastructure maintenance with specialized vendors.
• Maintain client relationships regarding uptime and incidents.
• Manage capital projects, budgets, and variance reports.
• Perform facility inspections following critical environment regulations.
• Suggest efficiencies for Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE).
• Manage environmental health, safety, and EOP procedures.
• Oversee critical vendor relationships and invoicing procedures.
• Review quotes for specialized parts and labor.
• Conduct training on maintenance, Method of Procedure (MOP) execution, and safety.
• Lead by example consistent with CBRE RISE values.
• Influence parties to reach critical risk agreements.
• Integrate facilities discipline with IT and network objectives.
• Troubleshoot complex electrical, mechanical, and monitoring issues.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree preferred with 3-5 years of relevant experience; equivalent experience in critical environments will be considered.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Facility Management or critical environment certification preferred.
• Experience in staffing, training, and retaining technical personnel.
• Ability to handle sensitive data and incident report communication.
• Leadership skills to motivate teams toward zero-downtime goals.
• Deep knowledge of UPS, generators, Chillers, and BMS/DCIM systems.
• Strong organizational skills with an inquisitive mindset.

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

Pay

The minimum salary for this position is $96,000 annually and the maximum salary is $118,000 annually. The compensation offered will depend on skills, qualifications, and experience. Successful candidates will also be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on CBRE’s applicable benefit program.

Benefits

• 401(K)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance