Facilities Manager

Description

Job Overview

Keep the hotel running like clockwork. This hands-on Facilities Manager role is key to maintaining safe, efficient, and welcoming spaces for both guests and team members. A great fit for someone with a strong eye for detail, a problem-solving mindset, and a passion for hospitality.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage renovation projects, capital projects, and other building-related tasks. 
• Develop and manage the annual maintenance budget, including capital expenditures; prepare cost estimates; submit justifications for purchase. 
• Ensure the hotel complies with all relevant safety regulations, building codes, and fire safety protocols. 
• Negotiate and manage contracts with vendors for various services, including pest control, cleaning (carpet, windows, etc.), pool maintenance, and elevators. 
• Implement and manage sustainability initiatives to improve energy efficiency and reduce environmental impact. 
• Communicate effectively with various departments, including housekeeping, front desk, and other relevant teams. 
• Develop and implement long-term strategies to enhance facility maintenance, minimize equipment breakdowns, and extend asset lifespan. 
• Participate in the Hotel’s emergency preparedness and response efforts, including maintaining emergency equipment and systems.
• Respond to after-hours facility emergencies as needed.

Specific job knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Strong understanding of building systems, mechanical and electrical equipment, and safety protocols. 
• Ability to effectively manage staff, supervise contractors, and motivate teams. 
• Ability to identify and resolve facility-related issues efficiently. 
• Ability to communicate effectively with all stakeholders, including guests, staff, and vendors. 
• Ability to develop and manage budgets, track expenses, and ensure cost-effectiveness. 
• Ability to plan, organize, and manage various construction and maintenance projects. 
• Familiarity with building codes, fire safety regulations, and other relevant standards. 
• Familiarity with OSHA safety standards.
• Ability to navigate various software tools to manage maintenance requests, schedules, and equipment records.
• Must be available for on-call emergencies and willing to work weekends or holidays as business needs dictate.

Physical demands:

• Able to work alone or as a member of a team.
• Remain in a stationary position for a constant period of time. 
• Frequently communicate with individuals inside and outside the Company to exchange accurate information. 
• Frequently operate a computer and other office equipment, such as a photocopier, telephone, and computer printer. 
• Occasionally move about inside the office to collaborate with co-workers, attend meetings, access file cabinets, and operate office equipment
• Occasionally transport up to 70 pounds and maneuver equipment weighing up to 250 pounds.

Requirements

Qualifications and Requirements

A high school or equivalent education is required. Minimum of five years of prior facilities management, engineering, or building maintenance experience is required, preferably in a hotel or hospitality setting. Relevant certifications preferred, such as, EPA Universal or OSHA safety training.

Due to the cyclical nature of the hospitality industry, associates may be required to work varying schedules to reflect the business needs of the hotel. In addition, attendance at all scheduled training sessions and meetings are required.

Upon employment, all associates are required to fully comply with Crowne Plaza Lansing rules and regulations for the safe and effective operations of the Hotel’s facilities. Associates who violate Hotel rules and regulations will be subjects to disciplinary action, up to and including, separation.

This is not necessarily an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to review the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned. 

All job requirements are subject to possible revision to reflect changes in the position requirements or to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a threat or risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees. This position description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties which will be required in this position. Employees will be required to follow other job-related duties as requested by their supervisor/manager (within the guidance and compliance with Federal and State laws). Continued employment remains on an “at-will” basis.