Description:
The Facilities Technology Manager leads the strategy, design, and implementation of building systems technology across all corporate-owned facilities. Responsibilities include developing long-term technology strategies, overseeing automation and building systems, managing the CAFM platform, and ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations. This role serves as a critical liaison between Facilities and cross-functional partners such as IT and Safety & Security. Decisions made in this role have significant impact on operational efficiency, energy consumption, and occupant experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Leadership & Team Development: Build and lead a high-performing team; recruit, coach, and develop technical talent.
- Technology Strategy: Define and execute long-range strategies for building automation, fire systems, controls, AV, electrical, lighting, low-voltage, and CAFM systems.
- Project Management: Oversee design, engineering, and installation of complex systems; manage scope, objectives, and requirements for major projects.
- Budget Oversight: Manage a $300K annual operating budget and influence capital investments up to $2M per project.
- Systems Analysis: Monitor performance, obsolescence, and opportunities for improvement; act as an internal consultant for facilities technology.
- Stakeholder Collaboration: Partner with IT, Information Security, Security, and Procurement to ensure alignment and compliance.
- Vendor Management: Select and manage external consultants and contractors for specialized projects.
- Compliance & Risk Management: Ensure adherence to all applicable laws, codes, and standards.
- Sustainability: Implement energy efficiency and sustainability initiatives in building systems.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
- Minimum 6 years of experience in facilities technology or building systems engineering.
- Proven leadership and project management skills.
- Advanced technical knowledge of HVAC, electrical, lighting, fire systems, AV, and CAFM platforms. Experience with Siemens Desigo and Lutron is a plus.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
- Ability to interpret blueprints and schematic diagrams.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to present complex concepts to non-technical audiences.
- Physical ability to handle equipment up to 50 lbs in confined spaces.
- Familiarity with IoT-enabled building systems and smart building technologies.
- Knowledge building commissioning processes.
- Professional certifications such as CEM (Certified Energy Manager) or CCP (Certified Commissioning Professional) preferred.