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Facility Manager

Cushman & Wakefield
Johnston, RI Full Time
POSTED ON 7/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/8/2026
Job Title

Facility Manager

Job Description Summary

The purpose of this position is to provide leadership and management for the facilities organization at a specific location, set of buildings, or campus environment.

The Facilities Manager is charged with the day-to-day implementation of policies, procedures, programs and workplace services delivery that provides a well-managed and well-maintained building. An emphasis of this role is placed on a positive response to the concerns and needs of the tenants, environmental health and safety, and quality programs, in coordination with the client's goals and objectives.

This position coordinates the activities, financials, vendors and manpower required for current and future needs of the building and operations.

Job Description

About the Role

  • As a Facility Manager, you will ensure the day-to-day operations of assigned facilities run seamlessly and safely. This includes overseeing life-safety systems, engineering, site services, and general maintenance — all executed in alignment with C&W Services policies, client expectations, and operational standards.
  • You’ll serve as the operational point of contact between C&W Services, clients, vendors, and onsite teams, ensuring all services are delivered efficiently, compliantly, and with a relentless focus on quality. This role reports to the Senior Facility Manager.

Key Responsibilities

  • Contract Management: Oversee all vendor and service contracts, ensuring regular review, competitive bidding, and invoice accuracy in alignment with contract pricing.
  • Operational Oversight: Supervise maintenance programs related to the interior and exterior conditions of the property. Ensure systems and structures are functioning optimally and safely.
  • Client & Tenant Relations: Respond promptly to client and occupant needs. Oversee and evaluate ongoing service delivery to ensure satisfaction and adherence to SLAs.
  • Documentation & Compliance: Maintain all required site documentation, including safety logs, compliance reports, manuals, and contract files. Ensure timely completion and accuracy of all site-specific records.
  • Financial Accountability: Prepare, review, and approve budgets, financial reports, contracts, expenditures, and purchase orders. Monitor costs and identify opportunities for efficiency.
  • Maintenance & Capital Planning: Coordinate HVAC and building systems maintenance, support capital planning, and contribute to five-year facility improvement strategies.
  • Data & Reporting: Collect, analyze, and report data to evaluate facility performance and support operational decision-making.
  • Team Development: Hire, train, and motivate facilities staff. Foster a collaborative, high-performance culture grounded in safety and accountability.
  • Risk Management: Ensure all vendors and tenants comply with insurance requirements. Coordinate claims as needed.
  • Leadership: Model C&W Services’ values through proactive communication, problem-solving, and operational excellence.

Key Competencies

  • Communication Proficiency (Oral and Written) Technical and Operational Expertise Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills Leadership and Team Development Relationship Management Financial and Business Acumen Collaboration and Client Service Orientation.

Basic Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Facilities Management, Corporate Real Estate, Project Management, or Business Administration required.
  • 5–7 years of experience in facility maintenance, property management, or a related discipline.
  • Proficiency in HVAC systems, Fire Life Safety (FLS), emergency systems, construction, and engineering principles.
  • Experience using Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
  • Strong understanding of vendor contracts, SLAs, and operational compliance.
  • Excellent communication, analytical, and organizational skills.
  • Valid driver’s license and reliable personal vehicle required. Travel between sites will be a requirement of the role.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Certified Facility Manager (CFM) or similar credential through IFMA, BOMA, or equivalent.
  • Experience with critical system environments and/or campus or industrial settings.
  • Knowledge of financial systems (Yardi a plus).
  • Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  • Demonstrated success implementing cost-reduction or process-improvement programs.
  • Skilled in Building Management System (BMS) operation and optimization.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

  • Operates primarily in a professional office environment but may travel between properties and perform inspections in varied weather conditions.
  • Regularly required to communicate clearly, operate office equipment, and remain stationary for up to 75% of the time.
  • Must be able to move throughout facilities to conduct site walkthroughs and inspections.

Cushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life, and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidate’s experience and qualifications.

The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role.

The compensation for the position is: $ 110,500.00 - $130,000.00

C&W Services is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at C&W Services, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or email Accommodations@cushwake.com. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.

INCO: “C&W Services”

Salary : $110,500 - $130,000

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