Engineering Operations Manager- Facilities Management (US Remote; must reside in Chicago/ Hoffman Estates, IL, Austin, TX or Issaquah, WA)
About the position The Engineering Operations Manager plays a vital leadership role in delivering safe, compliant, and efficient engineering and facilities services across this Life Sciences/ Pharmaceutical portfolio. This position is responsible for driving critical initiatives, ensuring technical excellence, managing compliance, and leading a high-performing team that supports critical infrastructure and client needs. This individual must be located in Chicago, IL, Hoffman Estates, Austin, TX or Issaquah, WA. Responsibilities • Develop and implement engineering strategies aligned with client goals. • Serve as SME on contractor selection, technical scopes, and project execution. • Direct facility controls, asset management systems, and critical preventative maintenance programs (e.g., IR testing, Arc Flash). • Oversee daily operations, ensuring alignment to quality, safety, and code compliance. • Review and guide site budgets to align with engineering and preventative maintenance needs. • Manage departmental P&L, performance reporting, and support long-term planning. • Supervise CMMS Manager and Health & Safety Manager. • Foster a culture of accountability, development, and cross-training. • Ensure regulatory compliance and maintain all required documentation. • Lead SOP creation and process improvements for operational efficiency. • Resolve complex, multi-functional operational issues with strategic solutions. • Collaborate across departments to identify needs and deliver engineering solutions. • Build strong client, vendor, and team relationships. • Model CBRE RISE values and lead by example in every interaction. Requirements • Bachelor's Degree preferred with 3-5 years of relevant experience. In lieu of a degree, a combination of experience and education will be considered. • Prefer Pharmaceutical/ Life Sciences Facilities Management experience. • Must hold technical mentorship and leadership of Mechanical, Electrical & Plumbing operations. • Experience in the areas of staffing, selection, training, development, coaching, mentoring, measuring, appraising, and rewarding performance and retention preferred. • Leadership skills to motivate team impact on quality, efficiency, and effectiveness. • In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc. Benefits • Annual base salary range of about $150,000 to $165,000 plus 20% target bonus based on experience. Apply tot his job