The Regional Facility Manager (RFM) is responsible for the strategic management of a portfolio of Schneider Electric manufacturing and office facilities. This role ensures that facilities, infrastructure, and support services operate safely, efficiently, and in compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements.
The RFM serves as a trusted business partner to site stakeholders, providing oversight of facility operations and outsourced Integrated Facilities Management (IFM) providers while ensuring compliance with corporate policies and initiatives. The role is responsible for developing and executing strategic capital plans that support site improvements, operational excellence, and long-term business objectives.
This is an individual contributor role and does not have direct people management responsibilities.Key Responsibilities:Facilities Operations & Service Delivery- Serve as a business partner to stakeholders across assigned manufacturing and office facilities, driving continuous improvement in facility operations.
- Ensure timely resolution of facility-related issues and deliver a high level of customer service through effective communication and stakeholder engagement.
- Oversee facility maintenance programs for buildings, infrastructure, grounds, and critical building systems.
Supplier & Contractor Management- Provide governance and performance oversight of outsourced facility service providers and maintenance contractors.
- Manage contractor onboarding, safety compliance, and performance expectations.
- Monitor service levels and drive continuous improvement initiatives with external vendors.
Safety, Security & Compliance- Ensure compliance with Schneider Electric policies and all applicable local, state, and federal regulatory requirements.
- Support safety inspections, audits, corrective actions, and incident investigations.
- Promote a culture of safety and operational compliance across assigned facilities.
Financial & Capital Project Management- Develop and manage operating, utility, and capital budgets for facility operations and building improvement projects.
- Lead capital projects from planning through execution, ensuring delivery on schedule and within budget.
- Manage RFPs, vendor selection processes, contract administration, and stakeholder communications.
- Partner with Real Estate and Strategic Projects teams on facility improvements, expansions, and new construction initiatives.
Energy & Sustainability- Lead energy management and sustainability initiatives across assigned sites.
- Coordinate ISO 50001 and SEP certification programs and maintain compliance requirements.
- Identify and implement energy efficiency, carbon reduction, and electrification projects.
- Support continuous energy performance improvement programs and applicable energy certifications.
Travel requirements- Travel requirements are limited. Initial travel may include approximately one week during the first month for onboarding and training. Ongoing travel is expected to be minimal, typically 2 to 3 times per year for team meetings, training events, or business-related activities.
Required Qualifications:- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, Construction Management, Business Administration, or a related field is required.
- 5+ years of facilities management experience supporting manufacturing and commercial environments.
- Demonstrated experience managing multiple facilities across a geographic region or portfolio.
- Expertise in operating expense, utility, and capital budget management.
- Proven success leading capital projects from planning through execution.
- Strong knowledge of building systems, including HVAC, electrical distribution, lighting, utilities, building automation systems, and facility infrastructure.
- Experience with enterprise asset management systems and preventive maintenance programs.
- Strong communication, stakeholder management, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to travel regularly between assigned sites.
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For this U.S. based position, the expected pay range is USD $142,400 - USD $213,600 per year. This pay range includes base pay and short-term incentives. The compensation range for this full-time position applies to candidates located within the United States. Our pay ranges are determined by reviewing roles of similar responsibility and level. Within the pay range, individual pay is determined by several factors including performance, knowledge, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
Our Total Rewards package outlines all the benefits and support you'll enjoy as part of the Schneider Electric team:
Care for Yourself and Your Family. We ensure you feel secure with benefits that help you and your family thrive: medical (with member reward points), dental, vision, and basic life insurance, Benefit Bucks, flexible work arrangements, paid family leaves, well-being programs, 12 holidays per year, and 15 days of paid time off per year.
Invest and Plan Your Future. We help you plan and invest for the future with competitive pay and programs including base salary, incentives, company share ownership, and 401(k) with match.
Grow Your Skills and Career. We support development through performance discussions, global opportunities, the Schneider Career Hub, and learning platforms like Coursera.
Team Up in the Workplace. We encourage collaboration, recognition, sharing your voice, and an inclusive workplace.
Support Your Community. We make a difference through volunteer leave, programs with the Schneider Electric Foundation, youth education initiatives, and military leave benefits.
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