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DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

Implement a facility management program including preventative maintenance and life-cycle requirements. Conduct and document regular facilities inspections, work on violations together with Program Directors and address as needed. Ensure compliance with health and safety standards and industry codes. Allocate and manage facility space for maximum efficiency. Supervise maintenance and repair of facilities and equipment. Oversee facility refurbishment and renovations. Implement best practice processes to increase efficiency. Obtain proposals and invoices from vendors and suppliers. Calculate and compare costs for goods and services to maximize cost-effectiveness. Negotiate contracts to optimize delivery and cost saving. Coordinate and monitor activities of contract suppliers. Manage contractor and vendor relationships. Manage and review service contracts to ensure facility management needs are being met. Ensure delivery schedules, quantity and quality criteria are met on all contracts. Check completed work by contractors and vendors. Verify payment and invoicing match contract pricing. Ensure efficient utilization of facility maintenance staff. Monitor expenses and payments. Develop and implement cost reduction initiatives. Advise on and monitor energy efficiency. Oversee environmental health and safety. Assure security of the facility. Respond to facility and equipment alarms and system failures. Provide prompt response to requests and issues from facility occupants. Related duties as assigned.

HOURS:

Full time, 37.5 hours per week

• Monday –Friday 9:00am-5:30pm (will work at multiple locations in Brooklyn)

QUALIFICATIONS:

Preferred qualifications:

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Facilities management or related qualification such as project management, business management or construction management or significant experience working in facility or project management.

Working knowledge of the principles and practices of project management, electrical and mechanical systems and procurement and contracts. Sound knowledge of health, safety and environmental regulations.

Experience in construction, maintenance and all facets of facility operation.

Supervisory experience.

Solid computer and systems knowledge.

Must obtain FSD certification. Understanding of regulatory agency requirements for building. Governing agencies include: FDNY, DOH, DOB, OTDA, DHS and others.

Valid Driver’s License Required.

*Vaccination Preferred but not required.

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BENEFITS

BRC takes the health, safety, and wellbeing of our employees seriously. Employees are eligible for health insurance and paid sick time benefits immediately upon starting work. In addition, full time employees receive a generous benefits package, including:

• Competitive health and dental plans, with coverage is available for your spouse, domestic partner, and dependents.

• A minimum of 3 weeks paid vacation, 12 paid holidays, and additional paid sick and personal time. A 403(b) pension plan with a matching benefit paid by BRC.

• Tuition assistance and many training opportunities for career development.

• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) are available so employees can set aside pre-tax dollars for healthcare, transit and childcare.