Facilities Manager (Operations & Engineering)

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Facilities Manager (Operations & Engineering) Position Summary The Facilities Manager is responsible for the strategic leadership, operational management, and engineering oversight of all facility-related functions to ensure safe, reliable, compliant, and cost-effective operations. This role leads facility operations, infrastructure maintenance, engineering systems, security, energy management, capital projects, and workplace services while supporting business continuity and operational excellence initiatives. The Facilities Manager serves as a key partner to site leadership, Global Facilities, EHS, Quality, and external service providers to maintain a world-class work environment that supports business objectives.

Key Responsibilities Facilities Operations & Engineering • Provide leadership, direction, and oversight for all Facilities, Engineering, Security, Maintenance, and Site Services activities. • Manage the day-to-day operation, maintenance, and reliability of building infrastructure and critical utility systems. • Oversee engineering and facilities programs, including HVAC, electrical distribution, chilled water, compressed air, process gases, plumbing, fire life safety systems, and building automation systems. • Develop and execute preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance strategies to maximize equipment uptime and reliability. • Implement asset lifecycle management programs to ensure long-term sustainability of critical infrastructure. • Monitor facility performance through key performance indicators (KPIs), reliability metrics, and operational dashboards.

Operational Excellence • Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, reliability, efficiency, energy reduction, and operational performance. • Develop and manage annual operating budgets, maintenance plans, and resource allocation strategies. • Identify opportunities for cost savings, process optimization, and improved service delivery without compromising safety or compliance. • Establish service level agreements (SLAs) and performance standards for facilities operations and contracted services.

Compliance, Safety & Risk Management • Ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory, environmental, health, safety, quality, and statutory requirements. • Lead facility readiness for internal audits, regulatory inspections, and compliance assessments. • Manage fire and life safety programs, emergency preparedness, and business continuity planning. • Ensure completion of all required inspections, certifications, testing, and regulatory documentation. • Serve as a key stakeholder in risk assessments and mitigation strategies related to facility operations.

Project & Capital Program Management • Support site planning, capacity management, and space utilization initiatives in partnership with Global Facilities Planning. • Ensure projects are executed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with company standards.

Vendor & Contract Management • Manage relationships with facility service providers, engineering contractors, consultants, and suppliers. • Lead sourcing, bid evaluations, contract negotiations, and contractor performance reviews. • Ensure contracted services meet operational, safety, quality, and financial expectations.

Security & Emergency Response •  Manage emergency response procedures, incident investigations, and escalation processes. • Administer on-call and emergency call-out programs for facility, utility, security, and alarm-related incidents.

Leadership & Team Development • Lead and develop facilities personnel, contractors, and service providers. • Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, operational excellence, and customer service. • Collaborate cross-functionally with Quality, EHS, Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Real Estate, and Business Operations teams. • Provide leadership reporting and recommendations regarding facility performance, capital investments, and operational risks.

Qualifications & Requirements Education • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, Construction Management, Industrial Technology, or related discipline preferred. • Professional certifications such as CFM, FMP, PMP, PE, LEED, CSP, or equivalent are desirable.

Experience • 7+ years of progressive facilities management, engineering, or operations leadership experience. • Experience managing critical building infrastructure in a regulated, technical, laboratory, manufacturing, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, healthcare, or commercial environment. • Proven experience leading maintenance, engineering, and facility operations teams. • Demonstrated success managing capital projects and operational budgets.

Technical Knowledge • Strong knowledge of: • HVAC systems • Electrical distribution systems • Chilled water systems • Compressed air systems • Building Automation Systems (BAS/BMS) • Fire and Life Safety Systems • Emergency Power Systems • Process Utility Systems • Facility Reliability Programs

• Understanding of cGMP, FDA, ISO, OSHA, EPA, and other applicable regulatory requirements preferred. • Working knowledge of computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).

Leadership Competencies • Strong business acumen with demonstrated operational leadership skills.

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