Facilities / Engineering Operations Manager I

Job description

In this operational leadership role, you’ll oversee and optimize facilities and engineering services to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant performance across all systems and teams. You’ll manage everything from mechanical systems and maintenance workflows to budgeting, safety programs, and client relationships, all while developing staff and driving continuous improvement in service delivery. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Take ownership of complex building systems and maintenance programs that keep operations running smoothly. Build and lead a high-performing team with a strong focus on safety, training, and development. Collaborate closely with clients and stakeholders to deliver reliable, responsive, and technical solutions. Gain experience managing budgets, vendor relationships, and service contracts in a dynamic environment. Use data and CMMS tools to streamline workflows and enhance operational efficiency. Play a key role in ensuring compliance with safety standards and quality assurance protocols. Be part of a mission-driven organization where your leadership directly impacts people, performance, and facilities uptime. Education Requirement: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience Management Experience: 3 years Related Experience: 3-5 years Proven experience managing facilities, mechanical systems, or engineering operations in a complex environment. Technical skills combined with financial acumen to support budgeting, resource allocation, and performance tracking. Effective communication and interpersonal skills to engage frontline teams, vendors, and client stakeholders. Hands-on knowledge of CMMS/work order systems and experience driving operational improvements through data and reporting. A proactive, safety-first mindset with the skillset to coordinate multiple projects while ensuring compliance and service excellence. Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include: Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions Paid Time Off and Company Holidays Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire. At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide. Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. At Asbury Communities, purpose meets opportunity. As a leading not-for-profit senior living organization, we are dedicated to helping older adults live their best lives while creating rewarding careers for our associates. Our team members enjoy a collaborative culture, opportunities for professional growth, comprehensive benefits, and the chance to make a meaningful difference every day. Recognized as a Great Place to Work® for nine consecutive years, Asbury is a place where you can belong, grow, and thrive. The Facilities / Engineering Operations Manager I role is an employment opportunity offered through Sodexo, one of Asbury’s trusted partner organizations. All applicants selected for further consideration will be contacted directly by a member of the Sodexo hiring team. For full details, this position may also be viewed on Sodexo’s career site at the following link: Facilities / Engineering Operations Manager I . Schedule & Compensation Typical Shift: 7:30am - 4:30pm, Monday - Friday Pay Range: $80,000 - $90,000