Facilities Facilities / Engineering Operations Manager 2 Apply Now Search all jobs Job Description Role Overview Sodexo is seeking an experienced Facilities Engineering Operations Manager to support a client headquarters location in Reston, Virginia. This role oversees the daily execution of facility maintenance operations, including preventive maintenance and repairs, while ensuring the reliable performance of critical building systems such as HVAC, electrical, and plumbing. The successful candidate will provide leadership within a union environment, fostering a strong culture of safety, accountability, and operational excellence. A key focus of this position is the oversight and management of contracted service providers, ensuring compliance, performance, and alignment with client expectations. The Facilities Engineering Operations Manager will drive continuous improvement initiatives, support a high-performing maintenance team, and maintain strong client relationships. This role is critical to ensuring a safe, efficient, and well-maintained workplace that supports the client's business objectives. Corporate Services Sodexo provides our corporate service partners with a diverse range of food services and integrated facilities management possibilities. From restaurants to delivery options, to streamlined operations and cutting-edge technology, Sodexo creates a safe, vibrant, and eco-friendly workplace. What You'll Do Lead the daily operations of facility maintenance and engineering across the site. Oversee preventative maintenance programs, corrective repairs, and facility improvement projects to ensure optimal equipment and building performance. Manage critical building systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and other facility infrastructure while minimizing operational disruptions. Manage vendor performance, service contracts, and project execution to ensure quality, cost control, and service excellence. Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement while building strong relationships with client stakeholders and site leadership. What We Offer Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include: Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions Paid Time Off and Company Holidays Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire. What You Bring Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience. Proven leadership experience managing large scale facilities operations in complex commercial environments. Strong technical knowledge of HVAC, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, structural, life safety, and building systems. Experience overseeing preventative maintenance programs, facility projects, vendor contracts, and service providers. Excellent communication, customer service, and relationship-building skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels. Strong leadership capabilities with a focus on team development, performance management, safety, and continuous improvement. Proficiency with Maximo CMMS, D365, Kronos, Microsoft Office Suite, and other facility management systems. Who We Are At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide. Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you're happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete this form . Qualifications & Requirements Minimum Education Requirement
- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience Minimum Management Experience
- 5 years Minimum Functional Experience
- 3 years work experience in facilities maintenance, plant operations or engineering services Job Details Job Title Facilities / Engineering Operations Manager 2 Category Facilities Location(s) Reston, VA Salary Range $103445 to $133870 Job
ID 989483
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