Facilities Manager- Full Lifecycle Facilities Management
MATSYS Inc. · Sterling, VA · 2 wk ago
On-siteManagementFull-time
About the role
The Facilities Manager will oversee the complete lifecycle of MATSYS facilities, from site identification and buildout through daily operations, optimization, and decommissioning. This is a high-impact role responsible for facility reliability, safety, compliance, and readiness to support a fast-moving, engineering-centric environment.
Responsibilities
- Facilities Strategy & Lifecycle Management
- Identify and evaluate new facility opportunities aligned with MATSYS growth.
- Lead site selection, due diligence, and space planning.
- Manage the full lifecycle of each facility: acquisition, buildout, operation, optimization, consolidation, and closure.
- Leasing, Vendors & Contracting
- Lead lease negotiations and manage landlord relationships.
- Oversee key service contracts (HVAC, janitorial, landscaping, security, waste, etc.).
- Track lease requirements, critical dates, and CAM reconciliations.
- Building Systems (MEP) & Critical Environments
- Oversee mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and building automation systems.
- Manage critical environments such as labs, server rooms, manufacturing areas, and controlled-temperature spaces.
- Develop and manage preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
- Utilities, Energy & Sustainability
- Manage utility procurement and monitoring for energy, water, gas, and waste.
- Drive sustainability initiatives and identify opportunities for efficiency improvement.
- Construction, Renovations & Capital Projects
- Oversee renovation projects, facility improvements, and buildouts.
- Cook up contractors, architects, engineers, and permitting.
- Manage project scope, schedule, budgets, and FF&E requirements.
- Operations, Safety & Compliance
- Oversee day-to-day building operations, repairs, and work-order management.
- Maintain CMMS systems and operational KPIs.
- Ensure compliance with OSHA, ADA, environmental regulations, and building codes.
- Support EHS programs, emergency preparedness, and inspections.
- Budgeting & Team Leadership
- Develop and manage facilities operating and capital budgets.
- Lead internal facilities staff and manage external contractor teams.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or equivalent experience.
- 7+ years of facilities management experience; 3+ years in a leadership capacity.
- Experience across the full facility lifecycle — site selection through operations.
- Strong knowledge of MEP systems and building automation.
- Experience managing leases, vendors, and capital projects.
- Familiarity with CMMS and BMS systems.
- Knowledge of OSHA, ADA, fire/life-safety, and environmental compliance requirements.
- Strong organizational, communication, and project-management skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting laboratory, manufacturing, or mission-critical environments.
- Multi-site or portfolio management experience.
- IFMA FMP/CFM, BOMI, PMP, or LEED certification.
- Background in advanced materials, aerospace/defense, manufacturing, or technology sectors.
- Experience with security systems, emergency planning, or business continuity programs.