Senior Facilities Manager

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What this job involves:
The Senior Facilities Manager will oversee the day-to-day operations, maintenance, and strategic planning for JLL-managed facilities across two geographically dispersed locations in Largo, Florida and Cleveland, Tennessee (must be able to travel). This role requires strong leadership capabilities, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to manage remote teams effectively while ensuring consistent service delivery, operational efficiency, and client satisfaction across both sites.

• Multi-Site Operations Management: Provide strategic oversight and operational leadership for facilities in both Largo and Cleveland locations. Develop and implement standardized processes, procedures, and best practices across both sites while accommodating location-specific requirements. Establish regular site visit schedules to maintain visible leadership presence at each location and build strong relationships with on-site teams and stakeholders.
• Team Leadership and Development: Manage, mentor, and develop facilities staff across both locations, including Facilities Coordinators, Technicians, and Maintenance personnel. Conduct regular performance evaluations, provide coaching and professional development opportunities, and ensure adequate staffing levels to meet operational demands. Foster collaborative team culture despite geographic separation through effective communication and team-building initiatives.
• Preventive and Corrective Maintenance: Oversee comprehensive preventive maintenance programs for all building systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire/life safety, and building automation systems. Ensure timely response to maintenance requests and coordinate corrective repairs with internal teams and external contractors. Maintain detailed maintenance records and track key performance indicators to optimize equipment reliability and lifecycle management.
• Vendor and Contractor Management: Source, negotiate, and manage relationships with vendors and service contractors across both locations. Ensure contract compliance, quality standards, and cost-effectiveness. Coordinate vendor activities including scheduled maintenance, capital projects, and emergency repairs while maintaining safety protocols and minimizing disruption to operations.
• Budget and Financial Management: Develop and manage annual operating budgets for both facilities. Track expenses, identify cost-saving opportunities, and provide regular financial reporting to leadership. Review and approve invoices, manage capital improvement planning, and ensure optimal allocation of resources across locations.
• Safety and Compliance: Ensure full compliance with OSHA regulations, building codes, environmental standards, and corporate safety policies at both facilities. Conduct regular safety audits, coordinate emergency preparedness drills, and maintain required documentation for inspections and certifications. Lead incident investigations and implement corrective actions to maintain safe working environments.
• Client and Stakeholder Relations: Serve as primary facilities contact for building…