Facilities Operation Manager

Job Posted: 2025-06-25
Location:
Minneapolis, MN, US
Ziegler CAT has an opening for a Facilities Operations Manager to manage the day-to-day operations of custodial, grounds and building maintenance activities. Schedules, assigns, reviews, and supervises the work of all employees in Facilities Operations representing a variety of work skills necessary for the maintenance and repair of Ziegler’s facilities, buildings, grounds, custodial and equipment; participates in the design, review, and planning of new construction and remodeling projects.

The Facility Operations Manager carries out operating policies and procedures with a focus in custodial, environmental, grounds and maintenance activities Provides direct management and supervision to personnel involved in the maintenance and repair of buildings and equipment; the care and cleaning of buildings and grounds; the operation of heating, air conditioning, and ventilating systems; plumbing and electrical systems; roofing, building envelope and interior maintenance of Ziegler properties. Assists the Director of Strategic Sourcing with providing facilities and operational input on major/minor capital projects, new building design and on remodel-improvement projects, including working closely with engineers and architects in the specification development stages of these projects.

Responsibilities:

  • Plans, organizes, maintains, and manages the operations and reliability of Ziegler facilities and general infrastructure systems. Establishes and monitors preventative maintenance processes and programs and facility inspection processes for on-going review of maintenance.

  • Develops, recommends, and administers policies, procedures, and processes in support of grounds and building maintenance operations; implements and monitors compliance with approved policies, procedures, and processes.

  • Administers procurement and fiscal management activities associated with building and grounds maintenance activities, which may include: RFPs, and contracts for custodial, grounds and maintenance related work to acquire trades and professional assistance; monitoring spending on project and cost account basis; recommending and implementing corrective spending plans; reviewing and authorizing purchase orders; administering contracts; obtaining price quotes and bids; purchasing and approving employee purchases; ensuring compliance with purchasing rules; and/or, performing other related activities.

  • Trouble-shoots and responds to after-hour issues as needed regarding the operational aspects of the facilities such as HVAC issues, fire alarm malfunctions, electrical outages, water leaks, etc.

  • Monitors and oversees the work of external contractors to ensure terms of agreements are met and work is completed satisfactorily.

  • Participates in the development and administration of grounds and building maintenance budget; coordinates the allocation of resources following budget approval; recommends approval of expenditures.

  • Collects and analyzes a variety of complex data and information, including utility costs and usage. Performs statistical analysis and summarizes findings in applicable reports or other communication mediums.

  • Directly manages the supervisory staff responsible for facility services and builds team to best support Ziegler as a whole.

  • Responsible for department training, recognition, and performance management, provide feedback and approve evaluations working directly with each supervisor.

  • Conducts and documents regular facilities inspections.

  • Checks completed work by vendors and contractors.

  • Recommends maintenance, mechanical, electrical, and facility design modifications.

  • Forecasts, allocates, and supervises the financial and physical resources of facility management.

  • Collect, analyze and manage environmental data gathered in the field. 

  • Perform risk and quality control assessments to determine environmental impact levels. 

  • Identify areas of inefficiency and unsustainable corporate environmental practices. 

  • Ensure compliance with local government and industry environmental regulations. 

  • Land assessments for industrial, commercial or residential sites for environmental impact if someone were to build on that site.

  • Direct the use of specialized equipment to test soil, water and air of a construction area.

  • Reclamation and disposal of air, water and land.

  • Investigate, record and compile reports for environmental-related complaints.

Qualifications:

  • 4 year degree required. BA or BS in Facilities Management or Facilities Operations preferred.

  • 5 years related experience, 10 years preferred

  • Supervisory experience

  • Great problem solving skills

  • Ability to work out in the field

  • Great time management skills

  • Ability to communicate with all levels of the organization

  • Ability to handle multiple projects at once

  • Proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other software as needed

  • Must have and maintain a clean driving record

Travel:

  • Up to 30% travel