Chief Building Engineer / Operations Manager
New Yesterday
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What this job involves -
The Chief Engineer /Operations Manager will perform at the highest of ethical standards, is a key role in the Facilities Department with a primary focus on ensuring operational effectiveness in a manufacturing / production environment; duties include vendor management, contract compliance, safety control & financial performance; responsible to plan, implement, coordinate, and supervise all mechanical operations, maintenance, communications, energy management, and staffing for assigned properties.
Your day to day:
Key Responsibilities
Collaborate with internal client contacts to ensure facility needs are met and communicated effectively to vendors.
Manage financial accounts for building including variance reporting, capital and operating budget compliance, invoice preparation and review
Participate and coordinate scheduling and execution of all safety initiatives in conjunction with JLL and client leadership; support emergency preparedness efforts and help implement safety procedures and building access protocols.
Develop and maintain effective building-specific maintenance and safety procedures and documentation, working with outside contractors & vendors
Oversee all building systems including fire-life safety, MEP (mechanical, electrical, plumbing - including HVAC), lighting, physical security (cameras, access control)
Respond to facility-related issues and requests (including emergencies) in a timely manner, and in accordance with the identified client SLAs
Implement and administer inventory control programs, purchase parts & supplies
Ensure compliance with applicable codes, requisitions, government agency and company directives as they relate to building operations
Coordinate FM visitors/vendors and conduct safety briefings
Ensure performance management, coaching & development of FM team members through established HR processes and disciplinary actions; supervise on-site team.
Self starter with a keen sense of being proactive and having foresight to solve unforeseen problems.
Sound like you? To apply you need:
Qualifications
Associate's degree, licensing/certification and/or equivalent work experience in Engineering, Facilities Management, Operations, or a related field (some level of trades experience preferred/helpful).
8-10 years of related work experience, with at least some of that time in a production / manufacturing environment (24/7, multiple/varied shifts, output monitoring, etc.)
Financial knowledge necessary for reading and understanding budgets, variances and basic reporting as required by client.
Depth of experience with vendor relations, contract administration, building operations / engineering and general facility operations.
Excellent attention to detail, customer service, highly organized, and strong/clear communication skills; timely and thorough when responding to issues.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word); experience with CMMS or facilities software is a plus (specifically Corrigo).
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a dynamic environment.
Able to work independently and as part of a broader team (company and client).
Work Environment
Manufacturing/production-based with interaction with clients, vendors; and regular walk-throughs of building and service areas; comfortable wearing and using PPE.
Standard working hours are M-F, 7:30am-4:30pm; some additional hours (including nights, weekends and holidays) required based on critical work being performed and/or resolving emergency situations.
Must be able to stand for extended periods of time, carry up to 25+ pounds, bending and lifting of materials as needed.
**Relocation assistance may be available for the identified candidate.
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- Location:
- Montgomery, AL
- Job Type:
- FullTime
- Category:
- Real Estate