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Cushman & Wakefield

Global commercial real estate services provider

Facility Manager

Facilities ManagementPosted on Nov 9
Full-timeGrand Prairie, TX, USA$93.6k - $110.1k

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Corporate Real Estate, Project Management, or Business Administration is required.
  • A minimum of 5–7 years of commercial high-rise, campus environment, and/or property portfolio management experience is required.
  • The candidate must be able and willing to travel 25%–50% to sites in multiple states.
  • The candidate must be able to read and understand construction specifications and blueprints.
  • The candidate must understand management agreements and contract language.
  • The candidate must have strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • The candidate must have a strong discipline of financial management, including financial tracking, budgeting, and forecasting.
  • The candidate must be skilled in maintaining and monitoring Building Management Systems.

Responsibilities

  • Ensure day-to-day facility or campus operations—including custodial, life-safety, engineering, site services, and general maintenance—are implemented consistently with company policies and client directives.
  • Manage all contracts, ensure regular review and bidding as required, and verify invoices against contract pricing.
  • Supervise maintenance programs for the interior and exterior conditions and appearance of properties.
  • Respond promptly to tenant and occupant requests; oversee contract programs that assess their needs and resolve problems in accordance with contract scope and Service Level Agreements.
  • Complete site-specific documentation and reports accurately and on time, including property information, operating and emergency procedure manuals, compliance and safety logs, elevator and janitorial logs, purchase order and vendor insurance records, as-built drawings, paid invoice and contract files, property condition assessments, and year-end performance reports.
  • Prepare, review, and provide initial approval as needed for budgets, monthly and quarterly financial reports, contracts, expenditures, and purchase orders related to facilities or complexes.
  • Coordinate preparation and publication of the annual budget, quarterly reforecast, and business plans.
  • Assist in developing property capital budgets, including a five-year plan for maintenance, facility improvements, and cost-reduction initiatives.
  • Collect, analyze, and report statistical data to assess facility management objectives accurately and currently.
  • Hire, train, and motivate facility personnel; maintain positive staff relations; and conduct or approve staff performance evaluations.
  • Maintain thorough familiarity with the management contract and its requirements.
  • Monitor tenant and vendor compliance with insurance requirements and coordinate claims as required.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience in leasing, construction, engineering, and all facets of property operation and building management is preferred.
  • Experience with critical system environments is desired.
  • Experience developing and implementing programs to drive out cost inefficiencies is preferred.
  • CMMS/Work Order Management experience is preferred.
  • Certified Facility Manager (CFM), International Facilities Management Association (IFMA), and Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA) industry certifications are recommended; other engineering, business, or technical training or certifications are preferred.
  • Knowledge of Yardi financial systems is a plus.

About the Company

Cushman & Wakefield

Global commercial real estate services provider

Cushman & Wakefield provides commercial real estate services to property owners, tenants, and investors worldwide. It helps clients buy, sell, lease, manage facilities, and value properties through market research, brokerage, property management, and consulting. Revenue comes from commissions on sales and leases, management and consulting fees, and selective strategic investments in related companies. Its global network across major markets and diverse client focus helps clients optimize real estate strategies and portfolio performance.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Chicago, IL
Founded
1917

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