Sr. Facilities Manager

Job Description

This position helps provide and maintain facilities which give Church members places where they can work, worship, teach, learn, pray together, make and renew covenants, and receive sacred ordinances. Will be the primary customer contact for all physical facilities matters relating to existing facilities and properties. This position will also Prevent building deterioration and maximize building life through judicious application of operations and maintenance process and standards. Provides mentoring and guidance to other Facilities Managers in the Region. Acts as champion for implementing changes in processes, procedures, systems and programs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and implement operations & maintenance annual plan
• Scope building renovation projects with the assistance of project Manager
• Regularly inspect facilities to ensure compliance to approved standards
• Manages resources including staff, contractors, and vendors to execute the annual plan
• Secures contractors and vendors and ensures that work and services meet established specifications.
• Communicates frequently with customers, employees, vendors and contractors to develop and maintain effective relationships.
• May manage a larger or more complex scope of facilities and/or customers as compared to an FM
• Is seen as a leader in the region.
• Trains and advises other Facilities Managers in various aspects of the job to assist them in efficiently and effectively perform their duties.
• Works with the Regional Facilities Manager to organize and provide Regional training sessions on MFD systems, processes, procedures and programs.
• Answers questions from other Facilities Managers on systems, processes, and procedures.
• May lead system-wide initiatives in the region.
  
  

Qualifications

• Knowledge in facility and property management, construction procedures, business practices, safety and fire codes.
• Proven front-line management skills in a multi-discipline work environment and ability to manage difficult situations to achieve a positive and appropriate resolution.
• Ability to communicate professionally with employees, priesthood leaders, contractors and vendors.
• Must be proficient in the use of computers and cellphones. Must understand and be able to use MS Office applications, department-specific software, web-based programs, internet services, and wireless communications.
• Audit scores above average over an extended period of time
• Has a strong understanding of the systems, processes, procedures, and programs of the Meetinghouse Facilities Department and the ability to communicate and teach others.
• Displays organizational knowledge to ensure inclusion of appropriate departments and individuals in decision making.
• Shows a commitment to continued learning.
• Strongly prefer BS degree in facility management, construction management, business, or a related field, with 2 years' experience in facility management, property management, or
• MBA with experience in facility, property management or related industry.
• 5 or more years in a leadership role leading others.
• 3 years' facilities experience with the Church.
  
  

Required: IFMA Training

• FMP, Facility Management Professional
  
  

Note: Candidates who do not meet the qualifications for the Sr. position but who do meet the basic qualifications of Facilities Manager at a lower grade level will be assigned a level that corresponds with their experience and qualifications.

About Us

Church employees find joy and satisfaction in using their unique talents and abilities to further the Lord’s work. From the IT professional who develops an app that sends the gospel message worldwide, to the facilities manager who maintains our buildings— giving Church members places to worship, teach, learn, and receive sacred ordinances—our employees seek innovative ways to share the gospel of Jesus Christ with the world. They are literally working in His kingdom.

Only members of the Church who are worthy of a temple recommend qualify for employment. Apart from this, the Church is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its employment decisions on any basis that would violate U.S. or local law.

Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, national origin, color, gender, pregnancy, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or other legally protected categories that apply to the Church. The Church will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities.