Basic Qualifications Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience is required plus a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience to meet managerial expectations.
CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.
Responsibilities for this Position
About the Role
As a Facilities Manager, you will provide strategic leadership and day-to-day operational oversight across a portfolio of 200,000+ square feet spanning multiple locations, including Groton, CT | Fort Wayne, IN | Gloucester, MA | Florham Park, NJ | Pittsburgh, Canonsburg & Charleroi, PA. You will directly manage staff and contractors, drive capital infrastructure projects, and serve as a key cross-functional partner to senior leadership — all within a defense industry environment where precision, compliance, and mission readiness matter.
From day one, we will count on you to lead a team that helps GDMS lead the world.
What You'll Do
Operational Leadership
- Provide departmental guidance by prioritizing facilities initiatives in alignment with the leadership team's strategic direction
- Review, develop, and initiate department policies and standard operating procedures
- Select, develop, and evaluate personnel to ensure efficient and effective facilities operations
- Develop, prepare, and manage department budgets, forecasts, and risk management analyses
Team & Contractor Management
- Directly manage and conduct performance evaluations for facilities staff; currently overseeing 2 direct reports with active efforts underway to identify and justify additional headcount to match operational needs
- Oversee the performance and accountability of third-party contractors supporting all assigned sites
- Lead and mentor a team committed to operational excellence in a defense-focused environment
Capital Projects & Infrastructure
- Own and manage capital projects focused on infrastructure equipment replacement and lifecycle planning
- Partner with Project Managers on capital improvement projects involving space planning and construction
- Develop and present risk management analyses to leadership and executive stakeholders
Building Systems Oversight
- Maintain expert-level oversight of core building systems including:
- HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and fire suppression
- Building Management Systems (BMS)
- Integrated Workplace Management Systems (IWMS) — specifically FM Interact
Compliance & Regulatory
- Ensure adherence to ADA accessibility requirements, local building codes, and permit processes
- Maintain compliance with fire and life safety codes across all sites
- Collaborate with the Security team on applicable Defense Industry standards (note: direct responsibility for defense compliance standards resides with the Security organization)
Emergency Preparedness & Business Continuity
- Lead Business Continuity Planning (BCP) efforts for facilities operations
- Develop and execute emergency response plans across all sites
- Apply crisis management experience and incident command familiarity to ensure site safety and resilience
What You'll Experience
- Technologies that aren't just top-notch — they're often classified
- A team of bold thinkers committed to exploring what's next
- Opportunities to gain new knowledge — as it's discovered
What You Bring to the Table
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent plus a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience to meet managerial expectations
- Strong technical knowledge of facilities operations, building systems, equipment functions, and requirements, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire suppression, BMS, and IWMS platforms
- Demonstrated experience managing both direct staff and contracted service providers
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and energy management systems
- Solid understanding of ADA requirements, local building codes, fire and life safety regulations
- Experience with Business Continuity Planning, emergency response plan development, and crisis management
- Ability to travel 10–20% across assigned sites
What Sets You Apart
- Ability to manage competing priorities under pressure with a calm, solutions-oriented approach
- Strong vendor negotiation skills and a track record of effective contractor management
- Excellent cross-functional communication skills with demonstrated experience presenting to executive stakeholders and senior leadership
- Creative thinking with the ability to multi-task across a diverse, geographically dispersed portfolio
- Commitment to ongoing professional development
- Team player who thrives in collaborative environments and revels in team success
- Identifies opportunities to apply AI and emerging technologies for continuous improvement and innovation
Salary NoteThis estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.
Combined Salary RangeUSD $132,930.00 - USD $143,835.00 /Yr.
