Facilities Manager

Invariant Corporation is a small company with a highly qualified technical staff that takes pride in providing quality services to our customers. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including 401k, and health/dental/vision insurance. We have the following position available in our Huntsville office:

Facilities Manager

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Invariant Corporation is seeking a talented and motivated experienced Facilities Manager to help us support and grow with our current government customers. The Facilities Manager is responsible for the effective management, maintenance, safety, and operational readiness of company facilities, equipment, and fleet vehicles in support of the organization's business operations and government contract requirements. This position oversees facility maintenance, building systems, physical infrastructure, vendor relationships, fleet management, facility-related budgets, and coordination of facility security requirements.

Working closely with company leadership, the Facility Security Officer (FSO), department managers, employees, contractors, and external service providers, the Facilities Manager ensures that company facilities remain safe, functional, well-maintained, and suitable for their intended use. The position supports compliance with applicable company policies, contractual obligations, government requirements, and relevant safety and environmental regulations.

The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, resourceful, and capable of balancing day-to-day operational needs with long-term planning, cost management, and risk mitigation.

Duties Include:

• Coordinate and oversee maintenance, repair, landscaping, and janitorial services performed by technicians, contractors, and vendors.
• Review work orders to ensure timely and satisfactory completion of assigned tasks.
• Coordinate routine inspections, repairs, renovations, and facility improvement projects.
• Manage capital improvement projects from planning through completion.
• Coordinate with property management, landlords, contractors, and service providers regarding facility-related needs.
• Oversee day-to-day operations, maintenance staff, and building infrastructure to maintain optimal facility standards.
• Develop, track, and manage overall operational and maintenance budgets for the facility.
• Manage vendor performance and ensure compliance with established service standards.
• Review and approve invoices and ensure accurate cost center coding.
• Conduct financial and operational analyses and prepare management reports.
• Provide leadership and guidance to employees within assigned functional areas.
• Oversee preventive maintenance programs to ensure optimal facility performance.
• Oversee/manage those in charge of the company’s fleet of vehicles, including scheduling and coordinating routine maintenance, inspections, and repairs; monitoring vehicle condition and safety; maintaining accurate maintenance and usage records; coordinating service appointments.
• Emergency & Access Control Systems: Support the development and administration of operational procedures and privileges for building automation, access control, and fire alarm monitoring systems.
• Coordinate with security personnel before authorizing work that could affect approved security configurations, security equipment, or designated secure spaces.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, Architecture, Business Administration, or a related field; and four years of experience in facilities management, building operations, property management; OR
• 8 years of experience in facilities management, building operations, property management, or a related field.
• Experience coordinating vendors, contractors, and maintenance activities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills; ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to effectively interact with customers, employees, contractors, and senior leadership.
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite or related software
• Successfully pass background and drug screening

Preferred qualifications include familiarity with some or all, of the following:

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in facilities management, engineering, or related field; or trade apprenticeship.
• Certifications such as CFM, FMP, OSHA 30, HVAC/Electrical license, or equivalent.
• Experience managing vendors, service agreements, and small projects or capital improvements.
• Experience in an industrial, manufacturing, or multi-building campus environment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Facilities management: Ability to maintain functional, safe, and reliable facilities through effective planning and preventive maintenance.
• Fleet management: Ability to coordinate vehicle maintenance, repairs, inspections, records, and replacement planning.
• Project coordination: Ability to manage multiple maintenance projects, vendors, schedules, and competing priorities.
• Financial management: Ability to monitor budgets, evaluate proposals, track costs, and recommend cost-effective solutions.
• Security awareness: Ability to recognize when facility work may affect physical security requirements and coordinate with the appropriate security personnel.
• Communication: Ability to communicate effectively with employees, leadership, contractors, vendors, and government representatives as appropriate.
• Problem-solving: Ability to identify operational deficiencies, evaluate alternatives, and implement practical corrective actions.
• Documentation: Ability to maintain accurate records and prepare clear reports, work orders, and maintenance plans.
• Judgment and accountability: Ability to exercise sound judgment, protect company assets, and follow established approval and escalation procedures.

PHYSICAL AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Ability to work in an office environment as well as visit mechanical rooms, maintenance areas, parking areas, and other facility locations.
• Ability to conduct routine facility inspections and evaluate maintenance conditions.
• Ability to move throughout company facilities and access areas necessary to perform assigned duties.
• Occasional lifting, carrying, bending, climbing stairs, or other physical activities may be required, subject to applicable safety procedures and reasonable accommodations.
• Occasional travel between company facilities and external service providers may be required.
• Must be able to work with contractors and maintenance personnel in environments where appropriate safety precautions and personal protective equipment are required.

This position is expected to be performed only in the state of Alabama. Subject to the provisions of Code of Alabama§ 40-18-370, the Company shall give good faith consideration to Alabama residents for employment at the Project.

All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Invariant is a drug-free workplace.