Job Description
Job Description
Our client is seeking an experienced Facilities Manager to lead facilities operations across 50 educational centers. This is a 3-month contract opportunity supporting a major infrastructure and compliance initiative during a period of rapid organizational growth.
As the Facilities Manager, you will oversee a facilities team, manage construction, maintenance, and repair projects. You’ll play a critical role in ensuring facility safety, managing vendor relationships, and maintaining compliance with state-funded procurement processes.
Responsibilities
- Lead and support a facilities team handling repairs, construction, and site maintenance.
- Manage external contractors for 50 educational centers and administrative buildings.
- Oversee projects such as installations, painting, gates/fencing, plumbing, and structural repairs.
- Navigate government procurement and RFP processes—define scopes of work, secure bids, and ensure vendor compliance with state guidelines.
- Partner with senior leadership team on large-scale projects.
- Support emergency facility response for issues such as alarms, break-ins, and urgent maintenance calls.
- Foster a positive, respectful, and collaborative team environment while driving accountability and quality standards.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree preferred.
- 5+ years of facilities or operations management experience.
- Strong knowledge of construction project management, permitting, and vendor negotiation.
- Familiarity with RFP/procurement processes and compliance for state-funded projects.
- Excellent leadership and communication skills with the ability to motivate and mentor a diverse, hands-on team.
Pay
Why Choose R&D Partners?
As an employee, you have access to a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Medical insurance – PPO, HMO & HSA
- Dental & Vision insurance
- 401k plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- Long-term disability
- Weekly payroll
- Expense reimbursement
- Online timecard approval
R&D Partners is a global functional service provider and strategic staffing resource specializing in scientific, clinical research & engineering. We provide job opportunities within major pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device companies.
R&D Partners is an equal-opportunity employer.
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