Facility Manager

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way. Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented peopleand empowering them tothrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. Whether you've got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you're looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward. What this job involves The Facility Manager provides strategic direction and accountability for all aspects of the physical plant, buildings, grounds, real estate, and capacity utilization. This leadership role maximizes the functionality and utilization of physical assets while minimizing risk and ensuring compliance with governmental regulations. You'll oversee design, planning, construction, and maintenance of facilities; manage departmental budgets; coordinate space allocation and facility expansion; and present plans and updates to site leadership teams.

Your day-to-day tasks will include:

Supervise facilities personnel including interviewing, hiring, training, developing employees, directing work assignments, conducting performance appraisals, and addressing employee concerns in accordance with organizational policiesDevelop and implement long-term strategic plans for construction, renovation, and facility acquisitions to support business needs, including growth metrics development and regular collaboration with peers and decision makersEstablish, manage, and oversee the facilities department budget while ensuring appropriate resources are in place for project engineering, capital project delivery, and facilities management operationsOversee facility utilities, physical plant operations, HVAC distribution, support services, grounds, and custodial functions to ensure regulatory compliance and operational excellenceDirect and approve facility expansion and renovation plans (including laboratory, animal holding, quarantine, and administrative facilities) in coordination with general manager and senior leadership team, including processing permits and government applicationsEvaluate, select, and manage contractors and vendors for outside services; negotiate contracts for building and engineering design services; approve final work sign-offVerify schedule compliance for all facility expansion, renovation, and maintenance projects while providing leadership and vision to direct reports for continuous departmental improvement

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

Ability to work extended hours beyond normal work schedule including evenings, weekends, extended shifts, and extra shifts, sometimes on short noticeAbility to work under specific time constraints

Required Qualifications:

High school diploma/GED with 10+ years of relevant facilities management experienceMinimum 5 years in a people leader/supervisory role, preferably managing multiple teamsDemonstrated knowledge of site facilities and vendor management, GxPs (Good Practice guidelines), and industry guidance documentsAbility to communicate verbally and in writing at all levels inside and outside the organizationComputer skills commensurate with essential duties and responsibilities, including the ability to learn validated systemsDemonstrated ability to problem solve, make quick decisions, communicate decisions effectively, and lead/manage staff in a growing, changing environmentKnowledge of standard business and accounting practices

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in facilities management, engineering, construction management with 8+ years of relevant experienceContract research organization (CRO) experiencePlant Engineering and/or Building trades licenseBasic familiarity with Microsoft Office SuiteExperience in laboratory, pharmaceutical, or regulated research environmentsExperience managing facility expansion and renovation projects in compliance-driven industries This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Location:

On-site -Mattawan, MI If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet all the requirements. We're interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table! Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth: JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and... For full info follow application link. JLL Is an Equal Opportunity Employer JLL is committed to developing and maintaining a diverse workforce. JLL strongly believes in equal opportunity extended to all individuals in all aspects of the employment relationship, including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, discipline, layoff, recall and termination without regard to race, color, religion, belief, creed, age, sex, pregnancy or maternity (including childbirth and related conditions), family responsibility (e.g. child care, elder care), nationality, ethnic or national origin or ancestry, citizenship, marital status, civil partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, veteran's status, genetic information, trade union membership, social position, political view or status as a qualified individual with a disability, protected leave status or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable law. The company also endeavors to make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities unless the accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business and ensures that employment decisions are based only on valid job requirements.