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Global Facilities Manager

Role overview

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field
  • 8+ years of progressive experience in facilities management, with 3+ years in a global or multi-site leadership role
  • Strong understanding of international building codes, sustainability practices, and workplace technologies
  • Excellent project management, negotiation, and communication skills

Responsibilities

  • Lead the strategic planning and day-to-day management of global facilities operations across all regions
  • Oversee facility maintenance, space planning, lease administration, construction projects, security, and sustainability initiatives
  • Manage vendor relationships, contracts, and service level agreements (SLAs) globally
  • Ensure compliance with international health, safety, and environmental regulations and standards

Key facts

Other skills

  • Negotiation
  • Communication
  • Leadership
  • Problem Solving

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Job description

Position Summary:

The Global Facilities Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of facility operations across multiple international locations. This role ensures the efficient, safe, and sustainable operation of facilities, including offices, data centers, warehouses, and other sites, aligning with organizational goals and compliance standards.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the strategic planning and day-to-day management of global facilities operations across all regions.
  • Oversee facility maintenance, space planning, lease administration, construction projects, security, and sustainability initiatives.
  • Manage vendor relationships, contracts, and service level agreements (SLAs) globally.
  • Develop and manage facility budgets; identify cost-saving opportunities and track expenditures.
  • Ensure compliance with international health, safety, and environmental regulations and standards.
  • Collaborate with HR, IT, Security, and other departments to ensure a high-quality workplace experience.
  • Implement global facilities policies, procedures, and standardization efforts.
  • Coordinate real estate strategy, including site selection, lease negotiations, and renewals.
  • Lead global facility-related projects, including expansions, moves, and renovations.
  • Support business continuity and emergency preparedness plans for all locations.
  • Other duties as required by Manager.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field. Master’s degree or certifications (e.g., IFMA, PMP) a plus.
  • 8+ years of progressive experience in facilities management, with 3+ years in a global or multi-site leadership role.
  • Strong understanding of international building codes, sustainability practices, and workplace technologies.
  • Experience managing cross-cultural teams and navigating global operations.
  • Excellent project management, negotiation, and communication skills.
  • Proficiency in facilities management software (e.g., CAFM/IWMS systems).

Preferred Skills:

  • Experience with corporate real estate and workplace strategy.
  • Knowledge of ESG and LEED principles.
  • Multilingual capabilities are a plus.
  • Comfortable with international travel (up to 25%).

About Propelis: Propelis is a portfolio of global marketing services and technology companies with a combined legacy of 150+ years, 2,000+ clients, 9,000 employees, and operations across 30 countries. Propelis provides the scale and support of a global organization while preserving the unique culture and identity of each company in its portfolio.

For more information visit: www.Propelis.com

EEO Statement: We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. We offer equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, age, disability or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled.

We strive to make our employment website and application process accessible to all users and applicants. In doing so, we provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation or assistance completing the application process, please contact a member of our Human Resource Team.

Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
 
This is a remote position in the US. We are open to candidates in various states, with the exception of those residing in the following: AK, DC, ME, NH, NM, OK, HI, MS, MT, NV, NE, ND, SD, VT, WY, WV

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets, and we pay differently based on those defined markets. The U.S. pay range for this position is $70,000 USD - $80,000 USD annually. Ultimately, in determining pay, we will consider the successful candidate’s location, experience, and other job-related factors.
 
Group benefits currently include a selection of health care plans with prescription drug coverage, dental plan, vision plan, basic and supplemental life insurance, a flexible spending account for medical and dependent care expenses or a health savings account based on plan selection, short/long term disability and 401(k) Savings Plan.

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