Assistant Facility Manager
Cushman & Wakefield

Job Info

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Job Title
Assistant Facility Manager

Job Description Summary

Job Description
Job Description

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure a Welcoming Environment: Oversee the day-to-day operations of the facility(s) or campus, including janitorial, life-safety, engineering, site services, and general maintenance, ensuring they are carried out in a manner consistent with C&W policies and client directives. Regularly review contracts and confirm invoices match contract pricing.
• Maintain Property Appearance: Supervise all maintenance programs related to the interior and exterior conditions and appearance of the properties, ensuring a clean and inviting atmosphere.
• Respond to Occupant Needs: Under the direction of the Facility Manager, promptly address requests for building maintenance, repairs, cleaning needs, etc., from building occupants, fostering a hospitable and responsive environment.
• Accurate Documentation: Compile information necessary to ensure all site-specific documentation and reports are completed accurately and on time, including Property Information Book, Site Operating Manual, Emergency Procedures Manual, and other required reports.
• Financial Oversight: Prepare budgets, financial reports (monthly and quarterly), contracts, expenditures, and purchase orders related to the facility(s) or complex as directed.
• Support Capital Budgets: Assist in providing information and reports necessary for the development of capital budgets for the facility, contributing to a five-year plan of maintenance, facility improvement, and cost reduction initiatives.
• Data Analysis: Collect, analyze, and prepare reports of statistical data to provide an accurate and current assessment of facility management objectives.
• Contract Familiarity: Be thoroughly familiar with the management contract, vendor agreements, and other building/facility contracts and all requirements contained therein.
• Insurance Compliance: Monitor and ensure that tenants and vendors comply with insurance requirements and coordinate all claims as required.
• Proactive Inspections: Regularly inspect the facility, systems, rooms, common areas, etc., and report any findings or issues to the Facility Manager to maintain a high standard of hospitality.

KEY COMPETENCIES

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

IMPORTANT EDUCATION

• Associate's degree in facilities management, building, business, or other related field required
• Bachelor's degree preferred

IMPORTANT EXPERIENCE

• A minimum of 3-5 years relevant experience, preferably in commercial or industrial real estate with facility management experience required
• Experience in maintenance, construction, engineering, and all facets of property operation and building management preferred
• CMMS/Work Order Management experience is preferred

ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS

• Certified Facility Manager (CFM), International Facilities Management Association (IFMA), Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA) industry certifications recommended; other Engineering, Business, or technical training or certifications a plus
• Ability to read and understand construction specifications and blueprints
• Proficient in understanding management agreements and contract language
• Skilled in Building Management Systems maintenance and monitoring
• Excellent computer and systems knowledge; Strong literacy in Microsoft Office Suite (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Strong discipline of financial management including financial tracking, budgeting, and forecasting
• Knowledge of Financial Systems (Yardi a plus)

WORK ENVIRONMENT

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

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate with others and exchange accurate information; operate a computer and other office productivity machinery; move about the workplace; remain in a stationary position for 50-75% of the time; and extend hands and arms in any direction.

AAP/EEO STATEMENT

C&W provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Further, C&W takes affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed and employees during employment are treated without regard to any of these characteristics. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.

OTHER DUTIES

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Cushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life, and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidate's experience and qualifications.

The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role.

The compensation for the position is: $32.00 - $39.00

Cushman & Wakefield provides equal employment opportunity. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated. Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman & Wakefield, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or email HRServices@cushwake.com . Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.

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