Facilities Manager, on-site

About the Role

Step into a leadership opportunity where you can make avisible impact every day.

As a CBRE Facilities Manager, you'll support a client inthe financial services sector, serving as the primary facilities partner for awealth management portfolio of approximately 180 locations across the Midwestand Western United States. While this role is based onsite with the client inChicago (zip code: 60606), you'll oversee a geographically dispersed portfolio of smaller sites,partnering closely with client stakeholders, landlords, property managers,vendors, and service providers to ensure operational excellence.

We're looking for a customer-focused professional whothrives on building relationships, managing multiple priorities, and deliveringexceptional service. In this highly visible role, you'll serve as a trustedadvisor to stakeholders, proactively addressing facility needs, coordinatingmaintenance and repairs, and ensuring locations remain safe, efficient, andwell-maintained while supporting an outstanding employee and client experience.

What You'll Do

• Travel approximately 25% to support facilities operations and stakeholder engagement across a portfolio of wealth management locations in the Midwest and Western U.S.

• Coordinate and oversee facility maintenance, repairs, and improvement projects performed by vendors, contractors, and service providers to ensure quality, compliance, and timely completion.

• Build and maintain strong client relationships, serving as a key point of contact for facility-related matters and leading discussions to resolve outstanding issues and concerns.

• Plan, execute, and manage capital and operating projects from initiation through completion, ensuring alignment with business objectives, budgets, and timelines.

• Develop, administer, and monitor operating and capital budgets, providing financial oversight and identifying opportunities for cost optimization.

• Conduct routine facility inspections to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, while identifying opportunities to improve operational efficiency, reliability, and asset performance.

• Oversee environmental health and safety programs and procedures to promote a safe, compliant, and high-performing workplace.

• Manage vendor relationships, contracts, and invoicing processes, including reviewing and approving proposals, quotes, and expenditures for parts, labor, and services.

• Deliver training and guidance on facility operations, maintenance procedures, safety protocols, and best practices to support team effectiveness and compliance.

• Lead by example and demonstrate behaviors aligned with CBRE's RISE values, fostering collaboration and influencing stakeholders to achieve shared goals and successful outcomes.

• Leverage expertise in facilities management and cross-functional collaboration to support departmental objectives and drive operational excellence.

• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve day-to-day and moderately complex operational challenges, implementing effective solutions and continuously improving processes and systems.

What You’ll Need:

• Provenexperience managing commercial facilities, including day-to-day operations,maintenance programs, regulatory compliance, vendor relationships, contractoversight and service provider performance management.

• Experienceutilizing a CMMS to manage work orders, preventative maintenance programs,asset data and reporting.

• Bachelor’sdegree preferred, with 3–5 years of relevant facilities management experience.An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered. Avalid driver’s license is required. Facilities Management certification (e.g.,FMP, CFM) is preferred.

• Experiencedeveloping, managing, and monitoring operating and capital budgets, with astrong understanding of financial controls and cost management practices.

• Excellentinterpersonal, relationship-building, and communication skills, with theability to effectively collaborate with clients, vendors, and cross-functionalteams.

• Strongproblem-solving and decision-making abilities, including the capacity tonavigate complex situations, resolve issues, and influence positive outcomes.

• Workingknowledge of Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) systems and buildinginfrastructure.

• Proficiencyin Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and related businessapplications, with strong technical aptitude and the ability to learn newsystems quickly.

• Highlyorganized with strong attention to detail, effective prioritization skills, anda proactive, solutions-oriented mindset.

• Demonstratedability to work independently while also collaborating effectively within ateam environment.

• Stronganalytical and mathematical skills, including the ability to interpret data,prepare budgets, calculate percentages and financial metrics, and supportbusiness decision-making.

• Mustbe authorized to work in the United States without current or futuresponsorship requirements.

Why CBRE?

• Competitive Benefits: CBRE offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, disability coverage, and a 401(k) plan starting the first day of the month following your start date.

• Professional Development: We are committed to investing in our employees' growth and development through training programs, certifications, and mentorship opportunities.

• Career Advancement: CBRE is a global leader in commercial real estate services, providing ample opportunities for career progression and advancement within the company.

Applicant AI Use Disclosure

We value human interaction to understand each candidate'sunique experience, skills, and aspirations. We do not use artificialintelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidatesdisclose any use of AI in the application and interview process.

Chicago Residents: CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate’s education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for the Facilities Manager position is $90,000 annually and the maximum salary for the Facilities Manager position is $95,000 annually. The compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience. Successful candidates will also be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on CBRE’s applicable benefit program. This role will provide the following benefits: 401(K), Dental insurance, Health insurance, Life insurance, and Vision insurance.

Equal Employment Opportunity: CBRE is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We have a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Candidate Accommodations: CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company’s success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at [email protected] or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).

CBRE, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer (Women/Minorities/Persons with Disabilities/US Veterans)