Overview:
The Associate Facilities Specialist supports the Facilities Services leadership team, EHS, and external service providers to ensure efficient operations of facility program management. This position will be responsible for leading the building operations on a day-to-day professional service level. The Associate Facilities Specialist will take the lead of all building operations supporting all departments within the office as well as manufacturing. This role requires making efficient and productive use of available resources.
Responsibilities:
- Supervise contractors to ensure successful completion of projects and initiatives.
- Implement and schedule repairs/improvements, and maintenance to various building support systems.
- Assist the Facilities Services leadership as directed to ensure efficient operations of all North American Facilities owned or leased by BISSELL Homecare, Inc.
- Develop and implement programs for BISSELL Homecare Corporate Headquarters and other BISSELL- owned or leased facilities in conjunction with both the corporate and domestic properties manager and the Facilities Services leadership.
- Identify and implement cost reductions related to energy, labor, services, and materials.
- Project Lead in developing layouts, project schedules and cost estimates using AutoCAD, Smartsheet and other project management tools.
- Coordinate internal and external resources (vendors) required to complete projects and/or other activities
- Set up and maintain project management systems, work order systems, and building management systems
- Provide Facilities Planning support for various projects and activities.
- Works closely with the Facilities Services leadership to develop and implement a wide range of projects and initiatives
Qualifications:
Required Core Competencies:
- Functional/Technical Expertise
- Global Business Acumen
- Self-Management
- Learning Versatility
- Delivers Results
- Judgment and Decision Making
- Managerial Courage
- Continuous Improvement
Required Experience / Education:
Experience level: Minimum 2-3 years relevant, practical work experience (Facilities, CAD, architecture, etc.
- Degree minimum: Bachelors of Science in Facilities Management, Engineering or Architecture, Construction Management or equivalent experience.
Specialized Training or Skills Required:
- At least 3+ years of experience in facilities management, construction management, or architecture.
- An understanding and familiarity with building codes, regulations, and other requirements.
- Working knowledge of building systems (HVAC, electrical, mechanical, plumbing and sewer).
- Proficiency using the following tools:
- Auto CAD
- Microsoft Excel and Office Suite
- Project Management Tools