Manager, Facilities Engineer - Bartlett, United States - Brother

Description

Let's Grow Together

Our mission is to live our "at your side" promise and simplify and enrich the lives of our customers, employees, and communities. "At your side" is more than a slogan to us; it's the purpose we do our best to fulfill every day. With a legacy spanning over a century, this is a great place to launch or expand any career and push the boundaries of what comes next. We're committed to achieving shared success, and we provide opportunities for you to develop through experience, exposure and education. Our people have always leveraged their unique perspectives to keep us on the right track for a lasting future. If you want to innovate, learn, and grow with a global leader that builds products, services, and a company people love, then we'll be "at your side" every step of the way.

The Manager, Facilities Engineer provides technical support for the Brother Facilities Department. This position is responsible for planning, coordinating, and managing project work from inception to completion affecting all Brother USA facilities. The Manager, Facilities Engineer leads project work in Brother facilities without on-site support and liaisons with on-site Facilities Managers as needed. This position is responsible for managing facility changes, modifications and maintenance, including renovation work and new construction. This position serves as a subject matter expert for all aspects of facilities drawings, including maintaining all facilities drawings and up to date documentation to support project scope. The Manager, Facilities Engineer partners with leadership to manage and advise on project plans and head future improvement projects.

The role assists with the management of waste services throughout the facility and proper disposal of waste to ensure that Brother is meeting/exceeding all requirements of the ISO14001 standard. This position works with various facility budgets, researching & obtaining bid proposals, and for maintaining all required facilities systems inspection records.

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WHAT YOU'LL DO

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Facilities Engineering and Management

• Manage multiple project teams, create project plans, define project scope, and establish budgets for any facilities work assigned including but not limited to Brother facilities without on-site support (California, Colorado, Virginia) and those with on-site management (New Jersey and Tennessee)
• Serve as the point of contact from development to project completion for facilities upgrades to include renovations, new construction and facility relocations
• Utilize project management processes, and develop project plans utilizing AutoCAD for drawing inclusion in request for Proposals (RFP) and a statement of work (SOW)
• Maintain as-built drawings of building systems mechanical, electrical, and plumping (MEPs)
• Maintain workspace documents to show total capacity and improve workspace availability
• Plan and optimize workspaces, and work with building Occupants to provide suitable accommodations to meet the needs of our supporting business partners
• Liaise with departmental leadership, facilities team, and other key stakeholders to develop project plans and effectively communicate project status and milestones throughout
• Complete needs assessment for aging facilities and recommend corrective actions
• Work with commercial Realtors, Architects and Property Management Professionals to source properties that meet Brother's business needs.
• Prepare project communication plans, and occasionally create presentations for executive level communications
• Assist the facilities team for any maintenance and repairs as needed to buildings and equipment and provide support to ensure timely completion of action items

Departmental Budget and Support

• Monitor project costs and track spending related to the departmental CAPEX budgets
• Monitor and track project related expense spending (actuals)
• Perform calculations on project expenses and develop efficient return -on-investment (ROI) models
• Plan and forecast capital spending and manage project change-orders to stay on budget
• Track asset life and plan for replacement of aging assets (from installation to EOL)
• Maintain a complete asset life-cycle list that includes asset nomenclature, general specifications, identifying characteristics and installation data

Vendor Relations

• Manage vendor and contractor relations to ensure services and performance are met to specified requirements and following all safety protocols throughout project timeline within Brother USA facilities
• Coordinate with facilities teams and operations personnel to effectively schedule facilities improvement work
• Maintain Vendor relationships with service contractors providing daily facilities services
• Work with Procurement to keep services under contract and go out for updated bids when needed
• Ensure accountability for work performed by vendors regularly

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ABOUT OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE

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Education

• Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent experience) Engineering or related degree or a related field Required

Experience

• Minimum 8 years Project management experience in a production based facility or in a distribution facility Required
• Minimum 5 years Managing renovation projects and new construction Required

Software/Technical Skills

• AutoCAD - 2D Intermediate Required
• Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) Intermediate Required
• Project Management Software (such as eMaint, Workfront, MS Project) Intermediate Required
• MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Intermediate Required
• Fire & Access Controls Systems Basic Preferred
• Building Management Systems (BMS) and HVAC Controls Basic Preferred

Other Skills/Knowledge/Abilities

• Proven ability writing and executing facilities related documents, design drawings, and processes with a strong attention to detail Required
• High level of prioritization and independent technical judgement considering the implications of issues such as cost, safety, and time constraints Required
• Ability to manage and supervise contractors, builders, installers, and vendors to ensure project deliverables are met on time and on budget Required
• Excellent analytical and mathematical skills Required
• Good communication skills (verbal/written/interpersonal) Required
• Ability to lead and influence others Required
• Project Management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously Required
• Strong problem-solving, troubleshooting skills Required

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We offer an above-market benefits package that includes a choice of Health Insurance plans (including Dental and Vision Insurance), a generous 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan, paid holidays, paid time off (PTO), and more Plus, if you're considering an advanced degree that would help you achieve your development and career goals, Brother USA offers a highly competitive tuition reimbursement program.

Apply today to learn why Forbes called Brother one of the World's Best Employers and NJBIZ called Brother one of the Best Places to Work in New Jersey

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• The salary (or hiring) range for this position is $80,000 - $105,000 per year
• Starting salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, location, and alignment with market data
• This position is eligible to participate in the relevant Brother variable pay incentive plan(s). Applicable bonus awards are discretionary and contingent upon 1) achievement of your individual objectives and 2) Brother achieving its corporate and business-level objectives
• Benefits include, but are not limited to, healthcare and wellness coverage, life and disability insurance, 401K, tuition reimbursement, and Paid Time Off. Details are available at

Brother International Corporation has earned its reputation as a premier provider of home office and business products, home appliances for the sewing and crafting enthusiast as well as industrial solutions that revolutionize the way we live and work. Brother International Corporation is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Brother Industries Ltd. With worldwide sales exceeding $6 billion, this global manufacturer was started more than 100 years ago. Bridgewater, New Jersey is the corporate headquarters for Brother in the Americas. It has fully integrated sales, marketing services, manufacturing, research and development capabilities located in the U.S. In addition to its headquarters, Brother has facilities in California, Illinois and Tennessee, as well as subsidiaries in Canada, Brazil, Chile, Argentina, Peru and Mexico. For more information, visit [2]

Brother International Corporation ("Brother") is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate or make employment decisions on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable state or federal laws. If you require any physical or other assistance in completing this application or any other aspect of the application or interview process, a reasonable accommodation will be made upon request.