Facilities Manager

As the largest pure-play fiber provider in the U.S., we deliver blazing-fast broadband connectivity that unlocks the potential of millions of consumers and businesses. As a Frontier employee, you will be part of our purpose of Building Gigabit America-creating the digital infrastructure that the country needs to thrive today and into the next century. Join us!

What we're seeking:

The objective of this position is to ensure the reliability of facilities, enhance quality performance, and implement process improvements while reducing costs. The individual will be responsible for managing facility operations across multiple state areas. This role presents ongoing challenges across a wide range of issues. The candidate must be capable of providing guidance to direct reports while maintaining a comprehensive understanding of various projects simultaneously. This position reports to the Facilities Senior Manager. In this in-person role, you will be required to report to our Saint Johns, Muskegon, Alma, or Owosso, MI work location to complete your work responsibilities.

What you'll do:

• Broad-based Facilities Management/supervision experience gained over a minimum of 5+
• Knowledge of applicable Local, State, and Federal Regulations such as OSHA, ADA, and environmental quality issues. Work with governmental authorities to obtain necessary approvals as required
• A very strong background in Commercial/Industrial building systems, including HVAC, Power Distribution, Fire Detection/Suppression, and Automated Building Controls
• Responsible for providing direction on issues related to Facilities and Real Estate - including financial and building management systems, building/mechanical systems maintenance, building renovation, and construction within the regional area assigned
• High-level project management - provides design concepts, construction, and renovation for existing facilities
• Oversee space planning requirements, internal moves, and tenant improvements
• Provide direction in developing project scope, budgets, and schedules to ensure compliance with capital budget and expense funding level
• Develop janitorial and grounds service level standards and metrics based on the type of occupants and facilities
• Manage and validate adherence to company policies and procedures related to the department, as well as knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations, to ensure compliance.
• Problems under emergency conditions, reviewing all available facts, and making prudent decisions when a facility component has failed (i.e., emergency generator, HVAC units)
• Experience in procurement and sales functions, including specification development, evaluation, and selection of vendors, requests for proposal, negotiation, interpretation, and administration of contracts

What background you should have:

• The individual in this position must handle multiple activities simultaneously, remain flexible, and maintain composure in stressful situations
• Highly results-oriented position that requires the need, at times, to put in additional hours and be available in emergencies
• Ability to establish clear priorities quickly
• High personal integrity and ethics with uncompromising standards
• Must be a self-starter with the ability to work with minimal supervision
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required
• Working Knowledge of Excel, Word, and Microsoft Project applications.
• Excellent Organizational Skills
• Valid Driver's License and be able to travel
• Required to support the dispatching of off-hour emergency calls

Team Management:

• Manage the regional facilities' "Team," consisting of internal and external resources
• Be a leader and motivate the team during industry changes and within Frontier
• Communication and coordination with people at all levels throughout the company, including operations, engineering, human resources, call and plant service centers, legal, regulatory, sales, marketing, and any other personnel within the region

Financial Responsibility:

• Lead the development of capital & expense budgets for assigned facilities and manage budgets to the approved level
• Reduce costs while maintaining required service levels
• Review capital work orders for validity and best pricing before routing for approval

Business Environment:

• This position has highly personal interactions with individuals at all organizational levels
• Requires good written and verbal communication skills, along with facility systems usage, in managing the business
• Provides a high level of reward and accomplishment
• Requires a highly motivated and seasoned individual

What we offer:

Nothing is more important to our success than the team that built it. That's why we provide benefits to keep you and your family well. Some of which we're most proud to offer includes:

• Salary Range: $89,000 to $145,000
• 20 PTO (Paid Time Off) days + 10 paid holidays per year
• Day one medical, dental, vision and prescription drug plan
• 401k match of 50% on 6% of eligible compensation
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Personal & Work Life Balance Resources & Wellness Support Assistance
• Employee Resource Groups
• 10 weeks of paid parental leave, & a phased return to work program for new parents
• Up to $10k in adoption program assistance
• 3 weeks of paid caregiver leave

Frontier salaries are estimated by third parties and may or may not reflect actual or total compensation. Please confirm with your recruiter.

Connecting communities is at the heart of what we do. We are committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve. If your background and experiences are aligned with our passion to improve digital access across America, we encourage you to apply and help us achieve our mission to #BuildGigabitAmerica.

Frontier Communications is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.