Role Overview

Sodexo is seeking an experienced Facilities Engineering Operations Manager to support a client headquarters location in Reston, Virginia. This role oversees the daily execution of facility maintenance operations, including preventive maintenance and repairs, while ensuring the reliable performance of critical building systems such as HVAC, electrical, and plumbing. The successful candidate will provide leadership within a union environment, fostering a strong culture of safety, accountability, and operational excellence. A key focus of this position is the oversight and management of contracted service providers, ensuring compliance, performance, and alignment with client expectations. The Facilities Engineering Operations Manager will drive continuous improvement initiatives, support a high-performing maintenance team, and maintain strong client relationships. This role is critical to ensuring a safe, efficient, and well-maintained workplace that supports the client's business objectives.

What You'll Do

• Lead the daily operations of facility maintenance and engineering across the site.
• Oversee preventative maintenance programs, corrective repairs, and facility improvement projects to ensure optimal equipment and building performance.
• Manage critical building systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and other facility infrastructure while minimizing operational disruptions.
• Manage vendor performance, service contracts, and project execution to ensure quality, cost control, and service excellence.
• Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement while building strong relationships with client stakeholders and site leadership.

What We Offer

Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
• 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement

More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proven leadership experience managing large scale facilities operations in complex commercial environments.
• Strong technical knowledge of HVAC, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, structural, life safety, and building systems.
• Experience overseeing preventative maintenance programs, facility projects, vendor contracts, and service providers.
• Excellent communication, customer service, and relationship-building skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong leadership capabilities with a focus on team development, performance management, safety, and continuous improvement.
• Proficiency with Maximo CMMS, D365, Kronos, Microsoft Office Suite, and other facility management systems.

Qualifications & Requirements

Minimum Education Requirement - Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience

Minimum Management Experience - 5 years

Minimum Functional Experience - 3 years work experience in facilities maintenance, plant operations or engineering services