What are the responsibilities and job description for the Facilities Manager position at Duke Corporate Education?
At Duke Corporate Education, we empower leaders at all levels to be catalysts of change in their organizations and, ultimately, in society. By designing and delivering best in class advisory, leadership development and change management programs, we accelerate business leaders and their teams to build for the future. Our global team have an enviable track record of delivering some of the most scaled, impactful and innovative customized learning programs and leadership interventions in the world.
About The Role
We are hiring for a Facilities Manager who will be responsible for the day-to-day running of our office in Durham in addition to providing guidance and support for all offices globally.
Key elements of the role include:
About The Role
We are hiring for a Facilities Manager who will be responsible for the day-to-day running of our office in Durham in addition to providing guidance and support for all offices globally.
Key elements of the role include:
- liaising with Duke CE leadership and building tenants, managing safety and security protocols in collaboration with supervisors and local officials,
- coordinating with vendors and authorities on utilities and services. Evaluate vendor performance and undertake correctives measures when necessary and appropriate
- maintaining optimal facility operations, overseeing billing, scheduling, and leases
- managing inventory of company office supplies and equipment. Act as resource person for teams in identifying potential suppliers of needed goods and services.
- organizing meetings and special events. Schedule and coordinate dates and times, venues, attendance, agendas, and facilities
- managing the maintenance and repair of facilities and office equipment
- providing support and direction to other Duke CE locations
- coordinating with internal teams and regional representatives to address operational issues
- Associate level qualification in a related field
- Three years prior experience in a facilities role
- Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- Familiarity with HVAC, fire, water & sewer, electrical, plumbing, and elevator systems in order to facilitate diagnosis and repair with external facilities vendors
- Proficiency with HVAC, Security and Fire systems software controls
- Project Management Skills
- Dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of customers; establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers gaining trust and respect
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to be in the Durham office 5 days a week and travel occasionally
