Manager Facilities & Construction

C.H. Robinson is seeking a Manager Facilities & Construction to join our team. In this role you will oversee daily operations, strategic planning, maintenance and safety for our facilities. This individual will be responsible for ensuring the safety, functionality, and efficiency of our work environments while managing construction projects, vendor relationships, space planning, maintenance operations, office and industrial construction projects, and workplace services.

This role will be based on-site at our Eden Prairie, MN office.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The duties and responsibilities of this position consists of, but are not limited to, the following:

• Manages day-to-day facility operations, including building maintenance/repair, security, janitorial services, space planning, and utilization
• Supports vendor management, contracts, and service-level agreements to ensure quality and cost-effectiveness including property management, furniture, architecture, A/V, graphics, and other related vendors
• Collaborates with internal stakeholders across departments to support workspace planning, facility projects, and operational needs
• Ensures compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations, including emergency preparedness, planning, and building inspections
• Supports higher level leadership with facility budget development and management, tracks expenses, and recommends cost-saving strategies
• Leads facility-related office and industrial construction projects, renovations, and improvements across multiple sites, as needed, to accommodate evolving organizational needs, including developing and implementing project budgets and schedules
• Drives continuous improvement initiatives to enhance workplace experience, efficiency, and sustainability
• Maintains accurate documentation of building systems, maintenance records, and safety compliance

Leadership

• Manages and develops a small team of facilities and project management professionals, providing coaching, performance feedback, and leadership to ensure a high-performing team
• Partners with Talent Acquisition to establish a pipeline, recruit, select, and onboard qualified and diverse talent
• Manages annual merit and equity programs for assigned team to align compensation with performance results’
• Outlines employee role accountabilities and expectations; manages performance to drive the right behaviors and improve results and provides useful real-time coaching, feedback, and mentoring, development activities and stretch assignments; supports employees with problem resolution
• Develops people to meet both their career goals and the organization's goals
• Aligns team(s) performance to CHR’s strategic objectives and cascades communication on office, divisional and organizational initiatives to ensure employee’s understanding and alignment
• Encourages employee feedback through formal and informal channels. Acknowledges and takes action on feedback to drive a trusting culture of open two-way communication, inclusivity and continuous improvement

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
• Minimum 5 years of construction management, project management, and/or facilities management experience
• Minimum 2 years of experience leading and managing teams

Preferred:

• Experience in multi-site facility management or within a logistics, supply chain, or corporate office environment.
• Certified Facility Manager (CFM), FMP, or similar industry certification
• Construction management certification such as Certified Construction Manager
• Certified Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
• Familiarity with sustainability and energy efficiency best practices
• Advanced understanding of building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing) and preventive maintenance programs
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite of programs
• Strong collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across departments and with external vendors
• Ability to motivate and encourage change, able to get positive results in a very large, dispersed organization
• Values a diverse and inclusive work environment

We will review applications for this role on an ongoing basis and encourage all interested candidates to apply at their earliest convenience.

Compensation Range

The base pay range displayed on the job posting reflects the minimum and maximum base pay for this specific location. Your individual base pay within this range is determined by job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base pay only and do not include additional variable compensation.

Questioning if you meet the mark? Studies have shown that some individuals may be less likely to apply unless they match the job description exactly. Here at C.H. Robinson, we’re building an inclusive workplace where all employees feel they belong. If this position excites you, we welcome you to apply whether you check all the preferred qualifications or just a few. You may just be our next great fit!

Equal Opportunity

C.H. Robinson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to a workplace and performance culture that reflects the strengths of our worldwide marketplace. We value unique experiences and diverse backgrounds of our people within our company, our business relationships, and our communities. We’re committed to providing an inclusive environment, free from harassment and discrimination, where all employees feel welcomed, valued and respected.

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Benefits

Your Health, Wealth and Self

Your total wellbeing is the foundation of our business, and our benefits support your financial, family and personal goals. We provide the top-tier benefits that matter to you most, including:

• Three medical plans which include

• • Prescription drug coverage

  • Enhanced Fertility benefits

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Health Savings Account (including employer contribution)

• Dental and Vision

• Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance

• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

• Paid observed holidays

• 2 paid floating holidays for U.S. hourly employees

• Flexible Time Off (FTO) offered to U.S. salaried employees - no accruals and no caps. Paid Time Off (PTO) offered to all other employees in the U.S. and Canada

• Paid parental leave

• Paid time off to volunteer in your community

• Charitable Giving Match Program

• 401(k) with 6% company matching

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

• Plus a broad range of career development, networking, and team-building opportunities

Learn more about our benefit offerings on our BENEFITS & WELLBEING page