What are the responsibilities and job description for the Facilities Manager position at The QTI Group and Careers?
The QTI Group is partnering with a well-established commercial real estate organization to hire a hands-on, independent Facility Manager to oversee day-to-day operations of a single multi-tenant property.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working autonomously, takes pride in maintaining a building, and values strong relationships with tenants and vendors. You’ll be trusted to manage your own schedule, make practical decisions, and ensure the property operates smoothly and safely.
The position blends routine building care, tenant service, and coordination of outside contractors for more technical work.
Responsibilities:
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working autonomously, takes pride in maintaining a building, and values strong relationships with tenants and vendors. You’ll be trusted to manage your own schedule, make practical decisions, and ensure the property operates smoothly and safely.
The position blends routine building care, tenant service, and coordination of outside contractors for more technical work.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee day‑to‑day operations of a single multi‑tenant commercial property.
- Perform routine, hands‑on maintenance tasks such as light repairs, replacing bulbs, basic troubleshooting, and general building upkeep.
- Conduct regular property walkthroughs to identify issues and maintain cleanliness, safety, and functionality.
- Coordinate, schedule, and oversee external contractors for specialized repairs, tenant improvements, and small projects.
- Serve as the primary onsite contact for tenants, providing prompt, service‑oriented support for work orders and facility needs.
- Manage minor project timelines, vendor activities, and communication related to maintenance or improvements.
- Monitor building systems and address issues within your comfort level; escalate or call contractors for complex repairs.
- Maintain accurate documentation of maintenance activities, vendor visits, and property conditions.
- Make independent decisions regarding contractor selection, repair prioritization, and operational needs.
- Respond to occasional after-hours building issues
- 5 years of facility management or operations experience within commercial properties.
- Strong knowledge of building systems including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, lighting, and general maintenance.
- Comfort performing basic, hands‑on building maintenance and troubleshooting routine issues.
- Working knowledge of common building systems and the ability to determine when to engage outside vendors.
- Strong customer service approach when interacting with tenants and contractors.
- High level of independence, initiative, and judgment; able to manage priorities without direct supervision.
- Basic proficiency with spreadsheets, email, and property-related software (experience with Yardi, Angus, or access control systems is a plus but not required).
- Strong organization, follow-through, and attention to detail.
- Ability to perform the physical aspects of the job, including walking the property, carrying tools or supplies, and completing light repairs.