Facilities Manager

Purpose of Position:

Support operating stores with the management of repair and maintenance and programs that reduce operating costs, maintain and protect assets, and ensure a quality and safe environment for customers and employees.  Develop and implement a facilities management program that provides stores with efficient services that are cost-effective.

Position Responsibilities:

·  Complete inspections to determine the need for and extent of service or equipment and facility repair that is required; participate in the development and monitoring of store level budgets and capital budgets; solicit repair and construction bids; locate and develop vendors and contractors and provide full scope of supervision to assigned staff.  Prepare short-term and long-term maintenance plans.  Plan schedules and coordinate repairs with field management.

·  Consult with RVPs, District Managers, and the Vice President of Construction & Facilities in the planning and execution of repair and maintenance activities.  Ensure integration of activities into the common goal of achieving the highest levels of customer satisfaction.

·  Participate in the creation of specifications as required.  Strive to increase durability and function of building and equipment through better methods and innovation.  Consult with suppliers, architects, engineers, consultants, Vice President of Construction & Facilities, and Support Center personnel.

·  Investigate service vendors and develop list of preferred vendors and contractors for each store/market; monitor and evaluate quality and timeliness of service; take corrective action when required.

·  Prepare summary reports of major projects for presentation to Operations and Construction management.

·  Work with construction/project managers to turnover new construction.  Develop punch list and expedite/manage completion.  Manage all punch list, warranty, repair and maintenance issues from store opening forward.

·  Perform thirty-day facility inspections with General Managers and District Managers.

·  Facilitate, track and schedule eleven month warranty inspections with the General Contractor, Operations and Project Manager.

·  Manage a structured Schedule Preventive Maintenance Program.  Establish criteria, schedule and follow-up procedures for in-house program.

 

Essential Qualifications and Experience:

 Must have restaurant/retail experience

·  Bachelors Degree in Construction Project Management or a related discipline.

·  Minimum 7 years of demonstrated success in facilities management within a retail setting. 

·  Advanced knowledge of construction processes and disciplines.

·  Strong project management skills from conception to completion, with ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously to deadline.

·  Ability to formulate flexible strategies and action plans to achieve results.

·  Ability to function independently and intuitively in a fast-paced environment.

·  Strong knowledge of financial management disciplines to include but not limited to – P&L,

budget design and management, financial analysis, and ROI.

·  Hands-on management style that emphasizes direct involvement in day-to-day construction function.

·  Analytical, thoughtful and innovative in the continual evaluation and improvement of operations.

·  Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to prepare and deliver clear, concise reports and presentations that are understandable by the target audience.

·  Highly organized/strong attention to detail.

·  Demonstrated initiative; along with being results orientated and entrepreneurial minded.

·  Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills.  Persuasiveness in building consensus for new ideas and initiatives.

·  Strong computer skills that include proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite applications. 

·  Ability to travel (max 80%) and work irregular hours when necessary.