United Smart Tech
Facilities Manager
Remote•Philippines•Full-time
About the Job
Facility Manager (Remote).
We are seeking an experienced Facility Manager with a strong background in project management to oversee the daily operations, maintenance, and strategic development of our facilities. The ideal candidate will combine hands-on U.S. facility management expertise with proven project management skills to plan, execute, and deliver facility-related projects on time and within budget.
Note: Candidates without prior facility management experience in the United States will not be considered for interview.
Key Responsibilities:
Facility Operations:
- Oversee day-to-day operations of the facility, including maintenance, security, cleaning, and vendor management.
- Ensure compliance with U.S. health, safety, and environmental regulations (OSHA and local codes).
- Manage facility budgets, expenses, and cost-control initiatives.
- Coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance schedule.
Project Management:
- Plan, initiate, and manage facility improvement, renovation, and relocation projects from start to finish.
- Develop project scopes, timelines, budgets, and resource plans.
- Coordinate with contractors, architects, engineers, and internal stakeholders.
- Track project milestones, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies.
- Prepare and present project status reports to senior management.
Vendor & Contractor Management:
- Source, negotiate, and manage contracts with vendors and service providers.
- Evaluate vendor performance and ensure service level agreements are met.
Team Leadership:
- Supervise facility staff, custodial teams, and maintenance personnel.
- Train and mentor team members on safety protocols and best practices.
Required Qualifications:
- Minimum 3–5 years of hands-on facility management experience in the United States (required).
- Demonstrated project management experience (managing budgets, timelines, and cross-functional teams).
- Strong knowledge of U.S. building codes, OSHA regulations, and building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing).
- Proficiency in facility management software and project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Asana, Trello).
Preferred Qualifications:
- PMP certification or equivalent project management training.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Work Environment:
- Remote.
- Standard schedule: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Monday–Friday.
- Applicants must have verifiable U.S.-based facility management experience to proceed to interview stage.