Facility Manager
Columbia, SC 
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Posted 11 days ago
Job Description

Make your next move an expert one.

At Colliers it's not our success that sets us apart, it's how we achieve it. Our people are passionate, take ownership and always do what's right for our clients, people and communities.

Why Colliers?

Our enterprising environment needs your expertise to facilitate Colliers' continued growth as an industry leader. Our nimble, decentralized culture can provide you with a wealth of opportunities to learn about our business and quickly gain experience to accelerate your career.

The Facility Manager is a member of a 3-person leadership team, led by the Senior Facility Manger who together are responsible for all day-to-day operations, including maintenance, occupant/owner relations, budgeting, capital planning, reporting, project management, emergency planning and long-term planning of the IFM strategy of a multi-market facility portfolio. The Facility Manger will have direct report responsibilities for members of the extended Colliers team dedicated to this client account. The Facility Manager will be responsible for vendor relationships, workflow administration, fiduciary duties, compliance with federal, state, local regulations and risk management standards, reporting and maintaining other critical stakeholder relationships.

SPECIFIC FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Implement building maintenance and operational programs to ensure efficiency and reliability of systems while maintaining best-in-class operations.
  • Manage vendor contracts, from the inception of bid process through transition and routine interaction as the scope of work is performed.
  • Oversee coordination / implementation of life-safety, energy management, and site safety programs.
  • Create, implement, and control the annual operating and capital budgets.
  • Perform building inspections as necessary.
  • Plan, coordinate and execute projects within portfolio as necessary.
  • Interact with building occupants and client leaders.
  • Oversee on-site accounting functions; prepare monthly reports to owner including reconciliation of accounts, preparation of budget variance narratives, etc.
  • Develop and manage processes to ensure all elements of safety and compliance programs are maintained.
  • Promote and foster positive relationships with clients and other critical stakeholder relationships.
  • Understand and follow all Colliers / Client policies and procedures.
  • Promote and maintain a safe working environment.
  • Complete additional duties as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

  • Seven or more years professional experience in facilities management, construction management, or commercial buildings
  • Minimum 5 years property and/or facility management experience.
  • BS/BA degree from a university or college accredited through a Regional Accrediting Association. RPA, CPM or CFM designation preferred.
  • Demonstrated operational success in managing maintenance operations and vendor services.
  • Prior experience leading/managing direct reports.
  • Experience supporting remote managed locations, corporate headquarters, and/or regulated environments a plus.
  • Proven financial and accounting knowledge and abilities.
  • Superior organizational and communication skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal relationship skills, with strong attention to high standards of customer service and negotiating sensitive management issues.
  • Comprehensive knowledge around facility systems and operations.
  • Proficient computer and administrative skills.
  • Strong attention to detail, well organized.
  • Ability to grow as the scope of the position increases.
  • Ability to pass a drug screen and a criminal background check.
  • Ability to travel among portfolio as required.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

  • Competitive salary including a full range of health benefits, vacation plan, 401K and other benefits are available.

Colliers International provides equal employment opportunity to all persons. No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against because of race, creed, origin, marital status, sexual orientation, age, otherwise qualified disabled or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Make your next move an expert one and join us as we lead the industry into the future.


Direct applicants only please, no agencies.


Colliers provides equal employment opportunity to all persons. No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against because of race, creed, origin, marital status, sexual orientation, age, otherwise qualified disabled or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. If you are a qualified applicant who requires reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact


Colliers is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in its workforce. Colliers encourages applications from all qualified individuals and will accommodate applicants' disability-related needs, up to the point of undue hardship, throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. If you require a disability-related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please contact the recruitment team by email at canada.careers@colliers.com.

 

Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
7+ years
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