CBRE Group, Inc

Facilities Manager - Cedar Rapids

CBRE Group, Inc$80K — $95K *
Technical Services
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in facilities management or critical infrastructure operations
  • Strong understanding of high-density cooling and power distribution
  • Experience in managing 24/7 operations and vendor relationships
  • Proficient in conducting performance evaluations and employee development
  • Excellent interpersonal skills for client and team engagement

Responsibilities

  • Supervise and lead a team of critical facilities employees
  • Develop and implement training programs for technical staff
  • Manage scheduling and operations for critical environment technicians
  • Coordinate maintenance activities with specialized vendors
  • Conduct facility inspections to ensure compliance with regulations

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life and disability insurance coverage
  • 401(k) plan available from day one
  • 15 days of paid time off (PTO) and 11 holidays
  • Opportunities for professional development and certifications
  • Career advancement pathways within a global leader in real estate
Full Job Description
About the Role:

As a CBRE Data Center Facilities Manager, you will manage a team responsible for overseeing critical infrastructure operations and 24/7/365 maintenance for a data center facility, campus, or critical asset portfolio. This job is a part of the Facilities Management functional area, focusing on maximizing uptime, mitigating operational risk, and providing strategic support regarding high-density cooling, power distribution, and infrastructure lifecycle plans.

What You'll Do:
  • Provide formal supervision to critical facilities employees.
  • Monitor specialized data center training and development.
  • Conduct performance evaluations and technical coaching.
  • Oversee recruiting for skilled critical environment technicians.
  • Schedule and manage 24/7/365 shift activities.
  • Establish work schedules and rigorous cross-training plans.
  • Set and track department and SLA deadlines.
  • Mentor and coach technical staff as needed.
  • Coordinate critical infrastructure maintenance with specialized vendors.
  • Maintain client relationships regarding uptime and incidents.
  • Manage capital projects, budgets, and variance reports.
  • Perform facility inspections following critical environment regulations.
  • Suggest efficiencies for Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE).
  • Manage environmental health, safety, and EOP procedures.
  • Oversee critical vendor relationships and invoicing procedures.
  • Review quotes for specialized parts and labor.
  • Conduct training on maintenance, Method of Procedure (MOP) execution, and safety.
  • Lead by example consistent with CBRE RISE values.
  • Influence parties to reach critical risk agreements.
  • Integrate facilities discipline with IT and network objectives.
  • Troubleshoot complex electrical, mechanical, and monitoring issues.

Why CBRE?

CBRE provides medical, dental, vision insurance, life insurance, disability coverage, and 401(k) from your start date including 15 days of PTO and 11 holidays. Professional Development: We are committed to investing in our employees' growth and development through training programs, certifications, and mentorship opportunities. Career Advancement: CBRE is a global leader in commercial real estate services, providing ample opportunities for career progression and advancement within the company!

AI Use Disclosure

We value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills, and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

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CBRE Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) works with clients to make real estate a meaningful contributor to organizational productivity and performance. Our account management model is at the heart of our client-centric approach to delivering integrated real estate solutions. Each client is entrusted with a dedicated leader and is supported by regional and global resources, leveraging the industry's most robust platform. CBRE GWS delivers consistent, measurably superior outcomes for our clients at every stage of the lifecycle, and across industries and geographies.

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CBRE is a vertically integrated global commercial real estate services and investment firm. The company was established in 1992 and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, United States.

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105,000 employees
Market Cap
$23.8 billion
Industry
Net Income
$751.9 million
Founded
1906
5 Year Trend
+9.8%
Revenue
$23.8 billion
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