Facilities Manager, on-site

About the Role

Step into a dynamic role where every day brings new challenges and opportunities to make a meaningful impact. As a CBRE Facilities Manager, you will be embedded onsite with one of our high-profile clients in the financial services sector at their Tempe, Arizona campus, supporting nearly 1 million square feet across five buildings. In this highly visible position, you will serve as a key partner to the client, helping ensure the seamless operation of the campus while delivering an exceptional workplace experience. This fast-paced environment requires someone who is self-motivated, adaptable, and quick on their feet, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and respond effectively to evolving business needs. Your mission is to drive operational excellence by overseeing facility services, coordinating vendors, managing maintenance activities, and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement. You'll collaborate closely with client stakeholders, vendors, and cross-functional partners to ensure the campus operates safely, efficiently, and in alignment with business objectives. As part of CBRE's Facilities Management function, you'll play a critical role in supporting day-to-day operations and delivering best-in-class service across this large, multi-building portfolio. This is an excellent opportunity for a professional who thrives in a client-facing environment and enjoys taking ownership of complex operational challenges.

What You'll Do

• Cook up and oversee facility maintenance, repairs, and improvement projects performed by vendors, contractors, and service providers to ensure quality, compliance, and timely completion.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, serving as a key point of contact for facility-related matters and leading discussions to resolve outstanding issues and concerns.
• Plan, execute, and manage capital and operating projects from initiation through completion, ensuring alignment with business objectives, budgets, and timelines.
• Develop, administer, and monitor operating and capital budgets, providing financial oversight and identifying opportunities for cost optimization.
• Conduct routine facility inspections to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, while identifying opportunities to improve operational efficiency, reliability, and asset performance.
• Oversee environmental health and safety programs and procedures to promote a safe, compliant, and high-performing workplace.
• Manage vendor relationships, contracts, and invoicing processes, including reviewing and approving proposals, quotes, and expenditures for parts, labor, and services.
• Deliver training and guidance on facility operations, maintenance procedures, safety protocols, and best practices to support team effectiveness and compliance.
• Provide leadership and direct supervision to facility staff, including workforce planning, employee development, performance management, coaching, recruiting, and onboarding.
• Lead by example and demonstrate behaviors aligned with CBRE's RISE values, fostering collaboration and influencing stakeholders to achieve shared goals and successful outcomes.
• Leverage expertise in facilities management and cross-functional collaboration to support departmental objectives and drive operational excellence.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve day-to-day and moderately complex operational challenges, implementing effective solutions and continuously improving processes and systems.

What You’ll Need

• Proven experience managing commercial facilities, including day-to-day operations, maintenance programs, regulatory compliance, and vendor performance management.
• Demonstrated leadership experience overseeing onsite teams, including setting performance expectations, providing coaching and development, conducting performance evaluations, and fostering a culture of accountability and engagement.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred, with 3-5 years of relevant facilities management experience preferred. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
• A valid driver’s license is required.
• Facilities Management certification (e.g., FMP, CFM) is preferred.
• Experience developing, managing, and monitoring operating and capital budgets, with a strong understanding of financial controls and cost management practices.
• Excellent interpersonal, relationship-building, and communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with clients, vendors, and cross-functional teams.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities, including the capacity to navigate complex situations, resolve issues, and influence positive outcomes.
• Working knowledge of Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) systems and building infrastructure.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and related business applications, with strong technical aptitude and the ability to learn new systems quickly.
• Hightly organized with strong attention to detail, effective prioritization skills, and a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively within a team environment.
• Strong analytical and mathematical skills, including the ability to interpret data, prepare budgets, calculate percentages and financial metrics, and support business decision-making.

Why CBRE?

• Competitive Benefits: CBRE offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, disability coverage, and a 401(k) plan starting the first day of the month following your start date.
• Professional Development: We are committed to investing in our employees' growth and development through training programs, certifications, and mentorship opportunities.
• Career Advancement: CBRE is a global leader in commercial real estate services, providing ample opportunities for career progression and advancement within the company.