Cushman & Wakefield

Maintenance Manager

Cushman & Wakefield • $80K — $95K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Industrial Maintenance, Engineering, Management, or related field, or equivalent experience.
  • 5+ years in maintenance management with a focus on predictive and preventive maintenance.
  • Proven leadership skills managing multiple teams or a high-complexity site.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
  • Availability for 24/7 support and flexibility to travel as needed.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and align Assistant Maintenance Managers (AMMs) and site teams with company and client goals.
  • Mentor and coach AMMs to develop future leaders.
  • Champion a safety-first culture by ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
  • Drive performance in preventive and predictive maintenance programs to maximize uptime.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with site leadership to align goals.
  • Maintain compliance with administrative tasks like timesheets and training records.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive Core Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, disability insurance, wellness programs, and virtual healthcare access.
  • Support for Growing Family Benefits: Paid parental leave and emergency backup care.
  • Paid Time Off: Includes sick time and holidays for work-life balance.
  • Retirement Savings: 401(k)-match program with immediate vesting.
  • Supplemental Medical Benefits: Optional critical illness and accidental insurance.
  • Pre-Tax Benefits: Commuter benefits, Health Savings Accounts (HSA), and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
  • Home & Family Protection: Access to auto & home insurance, legal benefits, identity theft protection, and pet insurance.
Full Job Description
Job Title
Maintenance Manager

Job Description Summary

Job Description

Role Overview

As a Maintenance Manager (MM), you will lead maintenance and facility support activities at a single high-complexity site. This role is critical to fostering a "People First" culture and ensuring the safe execution of work, team development, and operational excellence. You will mentor and develop site leaders, collaborate with Regional Maintenance Managers (RMMs) and Senior Maintenance Managers (SMMs), and drive alignment with C&W Services' and our client's strategic goals.

MMs play a pivotal role in driving key performance metrics, promoting a culture of safety, and ensuring seamless operations. With direct leadership over Assistant Maintenance Managers (AMMs), you will create an inclusive environment that prioritizes employee growth, operational efficiency, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Leadership and Strategy
  • Lead and align Assistant Maintenance Managers (AMMs) and site teams with company and client goals.
  • Clearly communicate the company's vision, mission, and strategy to foster operational alignment and engagement.

2. Employee Development
  • Mentor and coach AMMs to build a pipeline of future leaders.
  • Support succession planning and career development through coaching, feedback, and performance evaluations.
  • Foster an inclusive and innovative team atmosphere where employees are encouraged to contribute ideas and improvements.

3. Safety Leadership
  • Champion a safety-first culture by ensuring compliance with safety protocols and training completion.
  • Partner with Regional Safety Specialists to address challenges and achieve safety milestones.
  • Take ownership of safety incidents, managing cases from identification to resolution.
  • Conduct and oversee regular safety audits and touchpoints.

4. Operational Excellence
  • Drive performance in preventive and predictive maintenance programs to maximize uptime and equipment reliability.
  • Monitor KPIs such as Safety Leadership Index (SLI), Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), and PM/PdM completion rates.
  • Ensure timely resolution of Site Issue Management (SIM) tickets and execution of Permanent Corrective Actions (PCAs).

5. Client Collaboration
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with site leadership to align goals and address operational needs.
  • Participate in Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs) to identify improvement opportunities and foster collaboration.

6. Administrative Oversight
  • Maintain compliance with timesheets, travel, and expense reports.
  • Verify team completion of all required training within specified timeframes.
  • Ensure accurate record-keeping in systems and completion of all Root Cause Analyses (RCAs) within established deadlines.


Basic Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Industrial Maintenance, Engineering, Management, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
  • 5+ years' experience in maintenance management, with expertise in predictive and preventive maintenance.
  • Proven leadership skills with the ability to manage multiple teams or a single high-complexity site.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
  • Availability to provide 24/7 support with flexibility to travel as needed.


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience working in high-volume, fast-paced environments such as fulfillment centers, manufacturing, or logistics.
  • Certification in maintenance management or reliability (e.g., CMRP, CRL, PMP).
  • Familiarity with data analysis tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) and the ability to use them for strategic decision-making.
  • Demonstrated success in managing multi-site operations and large teams across diverse geographic locations.
  • Expertise in fostering cross-functional collaboration with stakeholders, including clients, corporate teams, and site operations.


Physical Demands:
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., crouch, kneel, bend, and reach to install or move equipment, including the use of aerial lifts or ladders.
  • Ability to perform tasks wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), such as hard hats, face masks, face shields, and composite toe shoes.
  • Ability to walk 6-12 miles daily, including climbing stairs or navigating multiple floors, to facilitate work across sites.
  • Ability to work in warehouse environments with fluctuating temperatures and type on a computer for 1-2 hours daily.


Benefits:
  • Comprehensive Core Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, disability insurance, wellness programs, employee assistance programs, and access to virtual healthcare for you and your family.
  • Support for Growing Family Benefits: Enjoy paid parental leave and access to emergency backup care to support your family when it matters most.
  • Paid Time Off: Take advantage of paid time off, sick time, and holidays to recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance.
  • Retirement Savings: Build your future with our 401(k)-match program, featuring immediate vesting to help you save with confidence.
  • Supplemental Medical Benefits: Enhance your protection with optional critical illness insurance, accidental insurance, and hospital indemnity insurance.
  • Pre-Tax Benefits: Save on everyday expenses with commuter benefits, Health Savings Accounts (HSA), and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
  • Home & Family Protection: Access auto & home insurance, legal benefits, identity theft protection, pet insurance to safeguard what matters most.


What's Next?

Ready to elevate your career? Apply today and join a team dedicated to safety, excellence, and making a difference!

About Cushman & Wakefield

Cushman & Wakefield plc is a global commercial real estate services firm. The company's corporate headquarters is located in Chicago, Illinois. Cushman & Wakefield is among the world's largest commercial real estate services firms, with revenues of US$9.4 billion in 2021. The company operates from approximately 400 offices in 60 countries, has around 50,000 employees and manages about 4,100 million sq ft of commercial space. It is one of the "Big Three" commercial real estate services companies, alongside CBRE and JLL.
Learn more about Cushman & Wakefield
Size
50,000 employees
Market Cap
$2.6 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$220.5 million
Founded
1917
5 Year Trend
+8.6%
Revenue
$7.8 billion
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