Facilities and Property Manager

Position Overview:

Salary - 70,000.00 - $78,000.00

The Facilities and Property Manager oversees the physical environments and operational assets for all centers, Life Skills Autism Academies, and corporate locations. This role is responsible for the full lifecycle of our real estate assets. This manager will be assisting team members with the day-to-day maintenance of ABA centers and LSAAs (“centers”) to ensure continuity of operations as well as a safe work environment for team members and clients. This position is responsible for proper management of assigned locations across Centria’s portfolio of leased sites located in Michigan and 12 other states. 

Responsibilities of the individual filling this position will include oversight of general property and maintenance operations, budgeting and financial reporting, capital improvement planning and implementation, vendor contract and performance management, and landlord relations. This high-profile position will oversee both internal and external maintenance staff and will also spearhead improvements to processes and procedures related to the maintenance/operations of our centers.

The ideal candidate for the Facilities and Property Manager position is a dynamic, problem-solving self-starter with demonstrated leadership and experience in the field. Our working environment is extremely fast-paced and requires work above a typical 40-hour workweek and resolution of issues outside regular working hours. 

Duties and Responsibilities:

The below reflects the essential functions considered necessary for this role and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all work requirements inherent in the job or assigned by supervisory personnel. This job description is used as a guide only and not inclusive of all responsibilities and job duties.

• Ensure that therapy centers and offices are properly and efficiently maintained, repairs are addressed and completed in a timely fashion, and team members comply with all aspects of regulatory and company standards.
• Negotiate service contracts through a competitive bid process, schedule and monitor daily activities of contractors and vendors, and ensure that both perform to the highest standards.
• Maintain the safety and integrity of locations, systems, and equipment, project future needs, including capital requirements and improvements, implement and oversee preventative maintenance programs, and supervise all construction/tenant improvement work at the properties.
• Conduct comprehensive quarterly inspections to ensure operational standards are being met.
• Communicate regularly with landlords to ensure a high level of compliance with landlord obligations and satisfaction with locations.
• Work on ad hoc requests and special projects for the Director of Real Estate and Facilities.
• Commit to visiting every site in assigned portfolio one to two times per quarter or more depending on company need.
• Specialize in one or more core functions that encompasses Centria’s entire portfolio.
  • Site Security: Whether physical or through access control be a Subject Matter Expert on the topic.
  • Site Design: Assist with designing and laying out new and existing locations.
  • Construction: Manage and oversee construction projects from site meetings, timelines and vendor bids/walks.
• Assist and drive site staging initiatives for new and existing site setups.
• Compliance with Centria’s Code of Conduct, policies and procedures, and Federal and State laws.
• Responsibility to report violations of Company policies or the Code of Conduct.

This role is responsible for:

• Leading and maintaining staff by interviewing, selecting, orienting, and training team members.
• Ensuring the daily functions of the department are completed by communicating job expectations; planning, monitoring, and appraising job results. 
• Assist in managing, coaching, and developing a high-performing team that meets agreed objectives and delivers best practice results, added value, and continuous improvements.
• Consistently promote high standards through personal example and roll out through the team so that each team member understands the standards and behaviors expected of them.

Required Qualifications, Skills, and Knowledge:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related area is preferred
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a leadership role.
• Background in ABA Therapy Services, from an Operations standpoint is preferred.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and leadership skills.  The ability to communicate and work with all levels of staff.
• Experience in dealing with facility related matters.
• Basic computer skills
• Working knowledge of laptop/desktop PC
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, comfortable with remaining Microsoft Office Suite of products
• Proficiency in G Suite
• Demonstrated ability to identify needed improvements and implement positive change, to improve productivity and efficiencies
• Good working knowledge of commercial buildings
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills 
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment

Working Conditions:

Centria’s office hours are Monday through Friday from 8:30am-6:00pm. 

Overnight travel may be required based on facility locations and business needs

Additional time or occasional shifts in schedule may be required as dictated by the needs of the business for projects and meetings. 

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, physical requirements such as bending, reaching, lifting, pushing, or pulling up to 30 pounds may be required. This role will require sitting most of the day as well as walking and standing periodically. This role may require close visual acuity on computer screens or monitors and the ability to analyze data and figures on a screen.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company.  We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, Veteran status, or disability status. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities, or working conditions associated with the position.  Centria reserves the right to amend this job description at any time, with or without written notice.