Senior Facilities Manager

Senior Facilities Manager

Apply remote type On-site locations Munich, DEU Frankfurt am Main, DEU time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday job requisition id REQ423583

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Job Overview

The Senior Facilities Manager is a pivotal leadership role responsible for strategically managing and optimizing facilities management (FM) services across multiple locations throughout Germany. This position demands a visionary leader with extensive experience in FM, who can drive operational excellence, foster innovation, and deliver exceptional value to both the organization and its clients.

Detailed Responsibilities

1. Strategic Facilities Management
   • Develop and implement a comprehensive FM strategy aligned with organizational goals and client objectives
   • Conduct regular SWOT analyses of FM operations and services
   • Identify and capitalize on emerging trends in the FM industry
   • Create long-term plans for facility upgrades, expansions, and potential consolidations
   • Establish and maintain strategic partnerships with key industry players
   • Develop contingency plans for various scenarios affecting facilities operations
2. Operations Management
   • Oversee day-to-day FM operations across multiple German sites, ensuring seamless service delivery
   • Develop, implement, and continuously refine standardized processes and procedures
   • Ensure strict compliance with German and EU regulations
   • Coordinate and manage all facility-related projects
   • Implement and maintain robust quality control measures for all FM services
   • Oversee space planning and management to optimize workspace utilization
   • Manage security operations
   • Coordinate with IT departments to ensure proper infrastructure support for all facilities
3. Vendor Management
   • Develop and execute a comprehensive vendor management strategy
   • Select, negotiate, and manage contracts with service providers and suppliers
   • Implement a vendor scorecard system to objectively assess performance
   • Conduct regular vendor reviews and audits
4. Financial Management
   • Develop and manage annual budgets for all facilities
   • Implement sophisticated financial modeling and forecasting techniques
   • Monitor and control expenses
   • Prepare detailed financial reports and presentations for senior management and stakeholders
5. People Management
   • Lead, motivate, and develop a diverse team of facilities management professionals
   • Implement a comprehensive performance management system
   • Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide constructive feedback
   • Identify training needs and implement tailored development programs
6. Client Stakeholder Management
   • Act as the primary point of contact for C-level client stakeholders
   • Develop and maintain strong relationships with key decision-makers in client organizations
   • Regularly communicate with clients to understand their evolving needs and expectations
7. Health and Safety Management
   • Ensure compliance with all relevant health and safety regulations
   • Implement and maintain a comprehensive occupational health and safety management system
   • Conduct regular safety audits and risk assessments

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field
• Minimum 12-15 years of experience in facilities management
• Proven experience managing multiple sites and large-scale operations in Germany
• In-depth knowledge of German building codes, regulations, and FM best practices
• Strong understanding of German labor laws and practices
• Excellent leadership and team management skills

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