Facilities Manager - Relocation

About the Role

The Facilities Manager provides leadership and management for the facilities organization at a specific location, set of buildings, or campus environment. This role focuses on the day-to-day implementation of policies, procedures, programs, and workplace services to ensure a well-managed and well-maintained building. Emphasis is placed on responding to tenant concerns, environmental health and safety, and quality programs in alignment with the client’s goals. The position coordinates activities, financials, vendors, and manpower for current and future building and operational needs.

Must be open to relocating to Cartersville, GA; relocation assistance is available.

Responsibilities

• Ensure day-to-day operations of the facility(ies) or campus—including custodial, life-safety, engineering, site services, and general maintenance—are implemented in accordance with C&W policies and client directives.
• Manage all contracts to ensure regular review and competitive bidding; verify invoices match contract pricing.
• Supervise maintenance programs for interior and exterior property conditions and appearance.
• Respond promptly to tenant and occupant requests; oversee contract programs to assess and address their needs.
• Ensure accurate and timely completion of site-specific documentation and reports, including:
  • Property Information Book
  • Site Operating Manual
  • Emergency Procedures Manual
  • IIPP Manual
  • Local Code Compliance Log
  • ADA Compliance Log
  • OSHA Log
  • Safety Meeting Log
  • Elevator Logs
  • Janitorial Log
  • Purchase Order Log
  • Vendor Certificates of Insurance
  • As-built Drawings
  • Paid Invoices File
  • General Files
  • Contract Files
  • Annual Property Conditions and Year-end Performance Report
• Prepare, review, and approve budgets, financial reports (monthly and quarterly), contracts, expenditures, and purchase orders related to the facility(ies).
• Coordinate the preparation and publication of the annual budget, quarterly reforecast, and business plans.
• Assist in developing capital budgets, including contributions to a five-year plan for maintenance, facility improvements, and cost-reduction initiatives.
• Collect, analyze, and report statistical data to provide accurate assessments of facility management objectives.
• Hire, train, and motivate facility personnel; maintain positive staff relations and conduct performance evaluations.
• Monitor tenant and vendor compliance with insurance requirements and coordinate claims as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Facilities Management, Corporate Real Estate, Project Management, or Business Administration required.
• Minimum of 5–7 years of experience in commercial high-rise, campus environment, or property portfolio management.
• Experience in leasing, construction, engineering, and all facets of property operation and building management preferred.
• Experience with critical system environments desired.
• Experience in developing and implementing cost-efficiency programs preferred.
• CMMS/Work Order Management experience preferred.
• Certified Facility Manager (CFM), IFMA, or BOMA industry certifications recommended; other engineering, business, or technical training/certifications preferred.
• Ability to read and understand construction specifications and blueprints.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong financial management skills, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial tracking.
• Knowledge of financial systems (Yardi a plus).
• Skilled in Building Management Systems maintenance and monitoring.

Key Competencies

• Communication Proficiency (oral and written)
• Technical Proficiency
• Problem Solving/Analysis
• Leadership
• Teamwork Orientation
• Relationship Management
• Financial Management

Work Environment

This role operates in a professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines. May require travel between properties in varying weather conditions.

Physical Demands

The role requires regular communication, operating office equipment, moving about the workplace, remaining stationary for 50–75% of the time, and extending hands and arms in any direction.

Pay

$102,000.00 – $120,000.00

Benefits

Cushman & Wakefield provides eligible employees with opportunities to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, including:

• Health, vision, and dental insurance
• Flexible spending accounts and health savings accounts
• Retirement savings plans
• Life and disability insurance programs
• Paid and unpaid time away from work