Manager of Facilities Operations

Manager of Facilities Operations (Regular, Full-Time)

Facility Services

The Manager of Facilities Operations develops and implements the maintenance and engineering operations strategy for the existing LACMA campus and future assets. Responsible for the performance and reliability of all building systems, as well as janitorial and landscape maintenance. Supervises the day-to-day building maintenance operations, and guides contractors, Engineering, Janitorial, and Landscape maintenance staff to achieve the departmental goals and meet or exceed industry standards.  Plans and manages the annual budget allocated for Engineering, Building Maintenance, Energy, Janitorial, and Landscape maintenance. Responsible for managing cost-effective operations while supporting organizational goals, public programs, and events.

Responsibilities: 

• In collaboration with management, develop, define, and implement strategies for the maintenance and operations of the buildings and systems

• Initiate improvements and enhance the level of service provided by the Facilities Department

• Establish department priorities based on building maintenance and safety needs, staff requests for assistance, and under the direction of LACMA management

• Oversee and review the work of staff and contractors to ensure quality and completeness meet departmental standards, expectations, and follow established policies, regulations, practices, guidelines, and timeframes

• Manages the work order process through the CMMS, including scheduling, communication, and report generation

• Develop and apply strategies for efficient and effective use of resources based on established priorities and departmental budget

• Enforce established departmental safety guidelines

• Identify and propose renovations and upgrades to facility, campus, or building systems

• Lead facility-related projects, including deferred maintenance initiatives

• Implement project management strategies to help define the scope of work, timeline, budget, and oversee contract execution

• Manage vendor selection, project scope, contract development, commission of work, implementation, and execution

• Ensure projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget

• Conduct quality control audits and implement quality assurance processes for team and contractor-delivered work 

• Responsible for the budget allocated for Engineering, Building Maintenance, Janitorial, and Landscape Maintenance 

• Manage the departmental budget, ensuring expenses remain within approved limits 

• Proactively alert Management of potential budget overruns

• Participate in the forecasting of operational and project budgets for the upcoming fiscal year

• Allocate labor, equipment, and materials efficiently

• Identify opportunities for operational savings and efficiencies

• Perform other duties or special projects as assigned

• Maintain regular and reliable attendance

Benefits:

• The expected annual salary for this Los Angeles, CA based position is $120,000.00 - $125,000.00 subject to change, and the position is eligible for LACMA’s comprehensive benefits package, including pension plan.

• LACMA is committed to providing its employees with valuable and competitive benefits as a core part of a strong overall employee experience. 

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in Facilities Management, Engineering, or related field

• Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience in facility operations, maintenance, or building engineering

• Strong knowledge of building systems, maintenance practices, and industry standards

• Experience managing engineering, janitorial, landscape/grounds, and contractor services

• Experience with Building Management Systems and Computerized Maintenance Management Systems

• Proficiency in budgeting, project management, and vendor/contract oversight

• Excellent organizational, leadership, and problem-solving skills