Job Description
Job Description
Summary:
The Facilities Manager plays a key role in overseeing daily operations and resolving facility-related issues, ensuring effective communication with client representatives, and providing guidance and development for team members. This position is responsible for the management of building systems, including mechanical, electrical, and specialized manufacturing infrastructure. Success in this role requires proactive problem-solving, strong decision-making abilities, and the capacity to operate with minimal oversight. The ideal candidate is organized, responsive, customer-focused, and thrives in a fast-paced environment. The Facilities Manager ensures that all project expectations are clearly communicated and that team resources are used effectively.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and direct facilities operations
- Plan and manage Operations, Maintenance, and Repair (OM&R) tasks for all buildings, equipment, and systems
- Oversee scheduling, staffing, repair work, and installation, ensuring timely follow-through
- Maintain budgetary control and financial oversight while preserving a positive client relationship
- Track, report, and optimize key facility performance metrics such as uptime, energy usage, and preventive maintenance completion
- Foster clear and professional communication with both clients and internal teams
- Implement quality assurance checks and corrective actions where necessary
- Monitor preventive maintenance tasks and verify completion according to schedule
- Ensure strict adherence to all safety, regulatory, quality, and security standards
- Use CMMS or client-provided software to manage and document facilities tasks
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, General, or related field)
- At least five (5) years in a supervisory facilities management role
- Proficient with Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Valid driver’s license and a clean driving record
- U.S. citizenship or permanent residency status
- Solid understanding of safety procedures and regulatory compliance
- Familiarity with local, state, and federal building codes and laws
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience managing facilities in aerospace, defense, automotive, or other regulated/high-precision manufacturing sectors
- Familiarity with ISO 9001, AS9100, or other aerospace quality management systems
- Understanding of infrastructure requirements for high-precision machining, clean manufacturing, or assembly of aerospace components
- Experience with facilities support for heavy equipment, cranes, or large-scale tooling used in aircraft production
- Strong familiarity with environmental systems impacting material handling, HVAC for controlled environments, and energy efficiency programs
Preferred Skills:
- Strong analytical skills to handle complex challenges
- Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities
- Skilled in problem solving and decision making
- Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities
- Capable of developing, tracking, and interpreting operational metrics
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may be required to perform other duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
HWX Enterprises is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability.