Engineering & Facilities Manager

Job Posting:

Ferguson is seeking the right individual to fill an immediate need for an Engineering & Facilities Manager in our automated Distribution Center in Grand Prairie, TX. This role is responsible for leading the planned maintenance and reactive repairs by skilled trades, e.g., automation, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, utilities, and supervision of maintenance staff. The ideal candidate must be a strategic problem solver with a record of leading proactively.

The FM will provide leadership and direction to the department and drive the efficient operation and maintenance of all facility systems and overall site services. The person who fills this role must demonstrate high standards in customer service and strong business sense to drive performance and efficiencies. This role requires a success record in motivating and leading teams, crafting accountability, and optimizing quality and cost while improving the customer experience.

• This role is based in the Dallas, TX market and offers relocation assistance from anywhere in the United States!

• The Grand Prairie Market Distribution Center is a new build / greenfield site that will be opening the summer of 2025!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

In addition to the essential job functions described above, this role will be responsible for:

• Providing leadership, direction, and organization to direct reports through consistent and frequent mentoring, leadership improvement and regular performance evaluations.

• Leading and building partnerships with third-party vendors, service providers, and contactors in reviewing SLAs and SOWs to identify and resolve gaps in service while supervising costs.

• Establishing and leading effective standards and procedures for operation and maintenance of all material handling and building systems within a Distribution Center; to include power generation, Automation, robotics, conveyance, HVAC, fire suppression, plumbing systems, etc.

• Troubleshooting systems, conducting complete failure analysis, performing repairs, inspections and planned maintenance tasks as needed.

• Working with other departments to identify and facilitate building and equipment changes to meet evolving business demands.

• Maintaining a collaborative and positive relationship with all associates involved in ensuring successful facility operations.

• Representing the company in a professional manner at all times ensuring quality customer service

• Abiding by all policies, rules, and regulations of the company including all applicable safety rules, regulations, and procedures.

• Supporting corporate programs, goals, and initiatives of the Company.

• Other duties as assigned by management

Knowledge, Education and Experience:

• BA/BS degree in Construction, Engineering, Facilities, Project Management or related field or equivalent skills and training

• 5 years’ experience as a Facilities Manager, Chief Engineer, Property Manager or equivalent with an emphasis on team development required

• Must have technical knowledge of building mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems, equipment life cycles and industry standards for maintenance of such equipment.

• Experience with material handling and packaging equipment to include Autostore, conveyance, boxing, and wrapping equipment.

• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize workload appropriately while balancing multiple demands and meeting timelines.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, strong attention to detail and quality of work required.

• Proven focus on results in a professional, ethical, and responsible manner when taking care of internal customers, vendors, team members, and others.

• Exhibit vital knowledge in all applicable code requirements and follow compliance by use of standard operation procedures and protocols. This includes all BOCA, NFPA, EPA, OSHA, State and local regulatory reporting agencies for equipment, utilities, and facilities.

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, building layouts, equipment specifications, schematics, and system drawings.

• Confirmed knowledge of life safety and auxiliary power systems, fire pumps, HVAC systems, commercial plumbing, electrical and pneumatic controls, compressors, dryers, and conveyors.

• Experience in all MS Office Suite applications, BMS/MMS systems, Tracer Summit controls, PLC, and Ladder logic, etc.

Performance Measurements:

• Building Uptime Key Performance Indicators

• Equipment Uptime Key Performance Indicators

• Ability to troubleshoot systems

• Ability to deal with change

• Ability to perform in stressful situations

• Ability to demonstrate responsibility

• Communication skills (oral and written)

• Organizational skills

• Systems and computer knowledge

• Strong interpersonal skills

• Ability to manage time and multiple projects

Physical Requirements:

• Vision: minimum vision required to prevent injury from oneself and others

• Hearing: perceiving the nature of sounds with or without correction

• Talking: expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word

• Lifting small objects constantly; 10-pound objects frequently and 30 to 40-pound objects occasionally

Attendance Requirements:

• Ability to maintain an occasional schedule that includes planned and unplanned working hours in addition to regular daytime shift.

• May be required to answer emergency call outs, meet service providers for after-hours/weekend work, etc.

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Pay Range:

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Estimated Ranges displayed are Monthly for Salaried roles OR Hourly for all other roles.

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This role is Bonus or Incentive Plan eligible.

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Ferguson complies with all wage regulations. The starting wage may be higher in certain locations based on local or state wage requirements.

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The Company is an equal opportunity employer as well as a government contractor that shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a), which prohibits discrimination against qualified protected Veterans and the requirements of 41 CFR 60-741.5(A), which prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability.

Ferguson Enterprises, LLC. is an equal employment employer F/M/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.

Equal Employment Opportunity and Reasonable Accommodation Information