Facilities Program Manager - Ocoee, FL

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Jacobs’ Operations Management and Facilities Services (OMFS) practice delivers integrated operations, maintenance, and facility management solutions across complex operational environments.

As the Facilities Program Manager – South Florida
, you will provide program-level leadership for the planning, performance, and continuous improvement of facilities that support critical transportation operations. This role oversees the coordination of maintenance activities, vendor services, compliance requirements, and capital improvements across the facilities portfolio to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operations.

Working closely with operations leadership, maintenance teams, and external partners, the Facilities Program Manager will establish program structure, performance metrics, and long‑term planning strategies that align facility investments with organizational priorities. The role combines operational oversight, financial stewardship, contract management, and strategic planning to ensure that facilities supporting the operations network perform reliably and evolve to meet future operational demands.

The Facilities Program Manager serves as a key liaison between operational teams, contractors, and leadership, ensuring that facility programs are executed efficiently, regulatory requirements are met, and capital improvements support the long‑term resilience and sustainability of the organization’s infrastructure.

• Strategic Planning & Capital Improvements – Conduct facility assessments to identify unmet and future needs. Provide recommendations and input for multi‑year capital improvement plans and other strategic initiatives that enhance operational efficiency and sustainability.
• Program Management – Oversee related programs such as energy conservation, recycling, and site safety initiatives to align with client and Jacobs corporate objectives.
• Financial & Budget Management – Develop, monitor, and control budgets for facility operations and maintenance. Prevent overruns, minimize supplemental agreements, and ensure full compliance with procurement and financial rules and regulations.
• Contract & Vendor Oversight – Manage contracts for facility maintenance and services, including development of technical specifications, scopes of work, and cost estimates. Oversee procurement, negotiate vendor terms, lead pre‑bid and pre‑work meetings, and monitor performance to ensure contractual compliance and quality standards.
• Customer & Stakeholder Coordination – Serve as the primary liaison for internal teams, clients, and contractors. Ensure that all site visits, customer interactions, and communications meet Jacobs’ service standards and foster positive working relationships.
• Safety, Compliance & Quality Control – Ensure compliance with applicable local codes, OSHA, ADA, and environmental regulations. Implement and enforce workplace safety standards, maintain air quality at or above industry standards, and conduct routine facility inspections with documented follow‑up on deficiencies.
• Additional duties as assigned – Perform other duties as necessary to meet the needs of the client and organization.

• Experience managing facility operations, preventive maintenance programs, and capital projects.
• Proven ability to develop scopes of work, cost estimates, and technical specifications for facility projects.
• Strong contract and vendor management skills, including negotiation and performance oversight.
• Experience in budget preparation, monitoring, and cost control for multi‑site or complex facilities.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting engineering and architectural plans.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to prepare professional technical reports.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and facility management software platforms.
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