Facilities Operations Manager/Program Manager

The Building People delivers integrated solutions that connect technology, buildings, and people to optimize real estate performance, facility operations, and workforce outcomes. With over 450 contracts delivered across 187 project locations, we manage more than 1,700 facilities and support $38.5B in federal and commercial assets. Leveraging AI-driven automation, data analytics, and platform-agnostic systems, we create high-performing, future-ready environments that reduce cost, improve efficiency, and enable mission success. Founded in 2012, we now have over 450 employees supporting 23 federal agencies-making us a trusted leader in delivering technology-infused building solutions across the public sector.

The Building People is committed to fostering a workplace where every employee can thrive. Using tools like the Predictive Index, we thoughtfully align individual strengths with team needs -ensuring the right fit, the right role, and long-term success.

Our culture is rooted in integrity, innovation, and service. Through our growing philanthropy program, we support communities by focusing on gratitude, giving back, partnerships, and mentorship.

Our Market Offerings Include:

• Real Estate & Workplace
• Facilities Management
• Facilities Operations & Maintenance
• Project Management & Engineering
• Workforce Transformation & Organizational Design
• Mission Support
• Smart Buildings & Energy Efficiency
• Technology Solutions

Join our rapidly growing team and help shape the future of real estate, facilities, and community impact.

Job Description
Position Description/Summary:

Assigned to provide functional guidance and direction in Facilities Operations & Management. Provides technical guidance and administrative direction to multiple sites and buildings. The successful candidate must have strong organizational and teamwork skills, proven problem-solving abilities, and the desire to innovate designs as well as the work processes. Will also be responsible for the review of project plans and specifications for constructability, conformance to regulatory agency requirements and productivity improvement. Provides consultation and guidance to large and complex project work areas as required. Performs duties with a high degree of latitude, exercising independent judgment and reason.

Duties:

• Oversee the O&M support provided to all Business Line (BL) contracts and continuous operation of all building systems, inclusive of critical infrastructure
• Provides functional guidance and technical direction
• Manage and ensure industry compliance requirements for all aspects of MEP, FLS, VTE and OSHA through direct engagement with Program and Project Managers
• Supervisory and management support to Program/Project Managers, engineers and maintenance staff
• Create and routinely update a documented plan that includes preventive, predictive and reactive maintenance procedures
• Develop and implement SOP's, MOP's and other processes as appropriate across all BL contracts
• Participate regularly in client-facing and contract team communications virtually and in-person
• Lead, create and manage O&M budget and participate in overall operating budget process at both corporate and contract levels
• Oversight of both management and performance evaluation for contractors/vendors; monitor and document performance in partnership with QC team
• Ensure timely and effective response to emergencies and service calls across the BL
• Coordinate directly with corporate Safety and Occupational Health Manager regularly
• Lead and organize ongoing technical, safety, and operational process training programs and procedures
• Participate in business development growth opportunities to include solicitation review, RFP support, proposal input, site walks and pricing submissions
• Review essential contractual documents such as Scope of Work, Request for Proposal (RFP) and Information Report
• Ultimately responsible for proper operation of all mechanical, electrical, plumbing and associated control systems across the BL at optimal specified performance levels
• Support and oversee large, complex facilities and maintenance projects
• Contributes to the organization through strategy definition and implementation of directed initiatives
• Ensure that appropriate levels of clear and timely communication are occurring with customers at the contract level
• Ensures contracts are maintained and services are scheduled as needed to maintain continuity of operations
• Works with building occupants and safety personnel to understand the critical needs and risk of losses associated with operations performed in each area of the building and develop plans to mitigate risks
• Tracks corrective actions and follows up with client and contract team until issue(s) are satisfactorily resolved
• Ensures contact procedures are in place for unscheduled system interruptions, equipment malfunctions, or emergency response is required, and updated regularly
• Provides technical assistance during emergency response incidents as necessary
• Develops common guidelines and procedures for effective quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) programs
• Monitors execution methodology on projects to learn from improvements and to promote continuous improvement
• Support the creation of a work environment that fosters openness, trust, communication, teamwork, empowerment, innovation, and job satisfaction
• Provides leadership and guidance to all BL team members

Skills & Requirements

Required Experience & Skills

• Minimum 10 years of progressive related experience in Infrastructure Operations and Management
• Vocational or technical training in related MEP field
• Professional licensing in aligned trade areas
• Substantial experience in the maintenance and operation of a highly technical facility such as hospital, research facility, data center or similar
• Significant experience in managing multiple projects and tasks simultaneously
• Supervisory experience, demonstrated experience planning, scheduling, and supervising complex maintenance projects
• A well-rounded background in all the building trades
• Demonstrated knowledge of Direct Digital Control (DDC) systems
• Skill in problem solving and critical thinking associated with HVAC, Electricity, Plumbing and other building maintenance
• Demonstrated skill in leadership
• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills
• Must have excellent interpersonal skills and ability to engage with a diverse group of people and effectively share knowledge
• Demonstrated computer skills including Microsoft word, Excel, software for building equipment and control systems, familiarity with programmable logic controllers, basic computer hardware troubleshooting skills
• Ability to coordinate a large building and/or grounds program
• Ability to effectively read and interpret blueprints, construction plans and written specifications
• Ability to estimate building costs and project timelines
• Broad knowledge of all phases of engineering, field activities, production techniques, building materials, and construction methods for development of various work areas
• Understands technical issues and cost related to selection of design features and unique requirements
• Broad knowledge of building industry, government compliance & regulatory standards and environmental compliance laws and requirements
• Has experience with engineering work planning, scheduling and cost estimating
• Experienced with managing knowledge of sustainability and its integration into the design and the construction of various buildings
• Ability to solve problems by thinking laterally and be able to understand the needs and requirements of the client and various entities - to provide planning / design / feasibility solutions in a multi -disciplinary / multi - sectional context
• Must be self-driven and able to plan and execute work without direct supervision from senior management and/or peers
• Must be flexible and adapt to working in a demanding environment, including the need to travel and work remotely if / when required

Additional Preferred Experience:

• Federal contracting experience in managing O&M contracts
• CFM or PMP certification
• Professional Journeyman/Master License in the MEP trades
• NICET or NATE certified
• BAS/BMS operations and management
• Fire Life Safety, Fire Alarm and Fire Suppression management
• Vertical Transportation Equipment (VTE) management
• CFC Universal or equivalent
• Backflow Prevention certified
• Gas Installations
• Water Treatment for all systems (potable and non-potable)
• Groundwater/Rainwater Reclamation systems
• Roof Anchorage systems and compliance
• Emergency Power (Generators and UPS systems)
• Instructor level experience in any of the MEP trades

Qualifications

*Our positions may require a background screening and clearance directly from the Government.

*Please note that telework arrangements are subject to change based on customer requirements.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Competitive benefits for eligible employees include:

• Medical & Rx
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Life Insurance/AD&D
• Long Term Disability and Short-Term Disability
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay

All positions require a background check after acceptance of our offer. The selected candidate will be eligible to begin employment before the background check has been finalized. However, continued employment will be contingent upon the results of your reference/background check from The Building People, LLC. Your position may require special credentialing, clearance, and access as a condition of employment. In the event the government or client does not sponsor or approve your clearance, it may result in termination of your employment.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at reasonableaccomodation@thebuildingpeople.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.

For more information, view the EEO is the Law Poster and Pay Transparency Statement .