Sr. Facilities Management Specialist

About the role

CHA Consulting, Inc. is seeking a Sr. Facilities Management Specialist to join the Operations & Facilities Team in Albany, NY; Syracuse, NY; Norwell, MA; Boston, MA; or Parsippany, NJ. The role involves managing day‑to‑day operations across a multi‑site office portfolio, supporting vendors, overseeing budgets and tracking systems, and contributing to high‑impact initiatives that enhance workplace function and evolution. While the position can be based in any of the listed locations, regular travel to the Albany, NY office is required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the full lifecycle of real estate activities, including lease reviews, office build‑outs, renovations, and budget tracking.
• Serve as a key point of contact for vendors, managing office equipment, furniture, and service relationships.
• Maintain and enhance facilities policies, procedures, and operational documentation.
• Track and report on key facilities metrics, budgets, and operational performance.
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes, improve efficiency, and drive cost savings.
• Support company‑wide efforts such as M&A integration, sustainability programs, and facility‑related initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Facilities Management, Business Administration, or a related field (required).
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in facilities or commercial real‑estate portfolio management (required).
• Experience supporting capital projects or multi‑site facilities operations environments (required).
• General knowledge of building systems (HVAC, electrical, mechanical, etc.) and code compliance, with ability to read and interpret floor plans and construction documents (preferred).
• Experience in the professional services industry (preferred).

Skills

• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, projects, and deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• Effective communication and collaboration across teams and vendors.
• Strong planning, organization, and project‑management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (required); experience with Autodesk CAD software for space planning and layouts (strongly preferred).
• Knowledge of budget planning and tracking (strongly preferred).
• Familiarity with scheduling or project‑tracking tools such as Microsoft Project (preferred).

Benefits

• Take ownership of high‑visibility facilities operations that directly impact employee experience and workplace performance.
• Partner with leadership on strategic initiatives, including growth and M&A integration efforts.
• Work across a dynamic, multi‑location portfolio with opportunities to influence process improvements and operational strategy.

Pay

Salary Range: $85,000 – $95,000 (based on qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation).