Senior Facilities Manager

Description: We are seeking a strong leader in Facilities Management to join our awesome team here at Fairlawn!?The ideal candidate will embody Fairlawn’s core values: Be Kind, Own It, Be Flexible, and Always Improve.
?? The Senior Facilities Manager will be based out of our centralized maintenance office in Champaign, IL.
The role will include ultimate ownership of the process and execution around the long-term physical management of our properties.
The ideal candidate will have an intimate understanding of and ability to influence all the contributing components of maximizing the physical integrity of all of our buildings.
Requirements: What will you do?? Exemplify our core values of Be Kind, Be Flexible, Own It, and Always Improve Develop our approach to long-term preventative and predictive maintenance and coordinate ongoing related activities Lead and manage a team of Facilities Project Managers, holding them accountable for their assigned responsibilities Develop and maintain location-specific processes for building safety, security, and risk management Evaluate, negotiate, and track contracted services across multiple properties to ensure contract compliance, cost savings, and facility needs are met Work with technology staff and vendors to install and maintain property technology Facilitate and supervise annual Capex inspections, budgeting, and coordinate approved projects Meet on-site with maintenance and construction personnel to lend expertise to complicated building and engineering issues Develop systems and processes for teams to effectively execute complicated maintenance work orders Work closely with peers inside and outside of the property management department including project managers and asset managers to ensure the company is maintaining assets appropriately in the short and long term Build and maintain building-related data to optimize maintenance, project, and asset management activities Develop and closely watch all facilities management leading and key performance indicators and adjust strategy and process as necessary Learn and ensure compliance with all Fair Housing Laws including local, state, and federal housing regulations (We provide training) Pivot, roll up your sleeves, and jump in where needed! Why should you work here? Competitive Pay + Bonus Opportunity.
We are ready to invest in you! Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance - Starting on First Day of Employment - to access care for positive health outcomes and your overall well-being Employee-sponsored benefits including Short Term Disability, Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident, Flexible Spending, and H.
S.
A.
Accounts to avoid costly medical expenses due to gaps?and ensure that all your medical needs are met 401(k) Retirement Plan with Match to invest in your future wealth and retirement Paid Vacation, Sick Leave, and Holiday Pay to help you reset and come back rejuvenated and refreshed Monthly company events to promote team cohesion Wellness Days to focus on being your best self.
We want you to have?time to disconnect and recharge in a way that works for you The opportunity to work for a growing organization where you are valued and can have a direct impact Quarterly off-site meetings with your manager to celebrate wins, issues solve and ensure you are set up for success.
Plus, the process is rewarding, and the results are great for your career Who you are – We’d love to hear from you if you: Have at least ten years of facilities management experience Have a proven record of successfully building and leading large teams with a minimum of five years experience as a People Manager Have a bachelor’s degree in Facilities Management, Project Management, Business Administration, Construction Management, or a related Engineering Field Have demonstrated experience problem solving difficult or unexpected situations Have an ability to look at the big picture and develop processes that will streamline operations and relieve pain points Are proficient with relevant technology (e.
g.
Microsoft Office, AppFolio, Outlook) and can easily adapt to changing technology Have excellent written and verbal communication skills Demonstrate superior attention to detail, high energy, and a positive attitude Have an ability to give and receive real-time feedback with a positive mindset Can work independently and also work closely with other team members Embody our core values: Be Kind, Be Flexible, Own It, and Always Improve Physical Requirements: Executes tasks independently, Maintains concentration/focus on tasks The ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand.
? Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
The ability to observe details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
Occasionally moving objects up to 15 pounds about the office.
Ability to communicate orally with customers, vendors, management, and other co-workers.
? Regular use of the telephone and e-mail for communication is essential.
? Hearing, vision, and speaking within normal ranges are essential for normal conversations, receiving ordinary information, and preparing or inspecting documents.
Good reasoning ability is important.
Able to understand and utilize management reports, memos, and other documents to conduct business.
The job is performed indoors in a traditional office setting.
Activities include extended periods of sitting while working at a computer and fast-paced operations and events.
Some additional things you will need: Valid driver’s license and dependable vehicle.
? Availability to work longer hours and weekends during peak times for your department Must be able to complete the physical functions of the position: able to understand and utilize management reports, memos, and other documents to conduct business, ability to communicate orally with customers, vendors, management, and other co-workers, Pulling, Pushing and Reaching overhead to move objects at work site in all direction including overhead and driving a vehicle between property and office locations.
Fairlawn Real Estate is a fast-growing real estate firm managing approximately 5,000 units throughout Central Illinois and Indianapolis.
Our company uses the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) to run and help grow our business – the tools from EOS contribute to finding the right people and putting them in the right roles, effectively solving issues as they arise, and building a culture of accountability.
In short, it gets everyone on the same page and working toward the same goals.
If you have an ownership mindset and take pride in all the details, joining our team may be perfect for you!