Construction & Facility Maintenance Manager

Construction & Facility Maintenance Manager

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As the Construction & Facility Maintenance Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing maintenance, repairs, and renovations of terminals (i.e., service centers) across the Company’s footprint. Ensure all Company assets are safe, functional, and well maintained. You will monitor and inspect assets, oversee contractors and external vendors, and create and manage construction budgets. The role is critical in protecting Company assets, prioritizing safety, creating a positive work environment for associates, as well as supporting long-term real estate strategies and capital planning.

Facility Inspections and Planning:
Conduct regular maintenance inspections of service centers and document findings on a Company provided inspection form or data management system. Provide recommendations for improvements, necessary repairs, and prioritization of projects. Gather feedback and collaborate with Service Center Managers and Regional Vice Presidents to understand internal customer needs. Make independent decisions on minor maintenance projects. Make shared decisions related to accepting major construction bids and contractor selection.

Prepare, monitor, and manage the annual maintenance budget covering all service centers. Approve invoices related to maintenance projects, owner-furnished materials, and external vendor services.

Procurement and Contracting:
Prepare scope of work specifications and solicit bids for major and minor facility projects. Obtain competitive bid prices from contractors, award contracts, and oversee project execution through completion to maintain facility standards. Coordinate the purchase, delivery, and installation of owner-furnished items such as dock boards, lighting, and signage to ensure best pricing and timely delivery.

Project Management and Construction Oversight:
Manage all service center repair and renovation projects to ensure timely and on-budget completion. Develop project schedules for approved initiatives and review construction plans and specifications, shop drawings, and submittals. Perform regular job site visits to monitor progress, manage contractor performance, and ensure timely payment approvals. Complete final inspection of the work performed to ensure adherence to Company standards and overall workmanship.

Receive and distribute final project closeout documentation, including as-built plans, lien releases, certificates of occupancy, maintenance manuals, and subcontractor lists. Track and report on construction and maintenance costs to maintain historical cost data on assigned projects.

Coordination and Communication:
Serve as the primary liaison between local Operations and Fleet Maintenance teams, and other internal departments. Collaborate regularly with contractors, vendors, engineers, and government agencies as required. Support Operations in coordinating the opening of new facilities and managing lease or repair requirements.

Qualifications:

For this role, 5 years of experience in building construction, facilities maintenance, or a related field is required. A High School Diploma or GED is required. A Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or a Trade School Certificate/Diploma in a related field is preferred. Previous experience with installation and maintenance of concrete and asphalt paving, roofing, HVAC, and generators is also preferred.