Facilities Manager

Position: Facilities Manager

Location: Lenexa, KS

Facilities Manager

Here at GBA, we are seeking a Facilities Manager who is responsible for overseeing the daily operations, maintenance, and safety compliance of the company’s facilities and fleet. This position is based on-site and plays a key role in ensuring the efficient management of building systems, vehicle operations, and workplace safety programs while optimizing costs and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Oversees the work and effectiveness of the facilities team, ensuring alignment with operational goals, safety standards, and service quality.
• Fosters a culture of safety, accountability, and teamwork through visible leadership and values-driven decision making.

Essential Functions:

• Oversee daily operations of facilities, ensuring the maintenance, repair, and efficient functioning of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and security systems.
• Manage vendor relationships and contracts for facility services (cleaning, security, maintenance, construction, etc.), ensuring performance and cost-efficiency.
• Lead space planning and workplace optimization to ensure efficient office layouts and resource utilization.
• Oversee fleet management, including vehicle acquisition, maintenance, tracking, and compliance with DOT regulations.
• Lead health and safety programs, conducting audits, risk assessments, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations across facilities and fleet operations.
• Manage auto claims and risk management by investigating incidents, coordinating with insurance providers, and implementing preventive strategies.
• Develop and manage departmental budgets, ensuring cost-control measures for facilities, fleet, and safety programs.
• Oversee emergency preparedness plans for facility and fleet operations, ensuring readiness for natural disasters, power outages, and other crises.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Facilities Management, Fleet Management, Occupational Health & Safety, Business Administration, or a related field AND 7 years relevant experience OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems), fleet tracking software, and health & safety management systems, preferred.
• Certifications such as CFM (Certified Facility Manager), FMP (Facility Management Professional), CAFM (Certified Automotive Fleet Manager), CSP (Certified Safety Professional), or equivalent, preferred.
• Experience directly or indirectly in a supervisory role, with increasing responsibility.

Technical Skills & Abilities:

• In-depth knowledge of building systems, fleet operations, safety regulations, and risk management best practices.
• Strong leadership, team management, and vendor negotiation skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to share information clearly across all levels of the organization.
• Ability to handle emergency situations, troubleshoot facility/fleet issues, and implement safety protocols.
• Demonstrated expertise in budgeting, contract oversight, and coordinating facilities-related projects from planning through completion.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting plans and specifications to assess construction progress for alignment with project goals.
• Skilled in applying creativity, foresight, and sound judgment to proactively identify risks, resolve challenges, and enhance operational efficiency.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented, with a consistent track record of managing competing priorities and meeting deadlines.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to work on a computer for extended periods of time.
• Ability to sit and/or stand for extended periods of time.
• May require occasional lifting, standing, or working in varying environmental conditions.
• Must be available for on-call emergencies related to facility, fleet, or safety concerns

Travel:

• Ability to travel to regional offices approximately 20% of the time. A valid driver’s license and proof of insurance are required.