Facilities Manager - Cedar Rapids, IA

Facilities Manager - Cedar Rapids, IA

Job ID

289507

Posted

05-Aug-2026

Service line

GWS Segment

Role type

Full-time

Areas of Interest

Facilities Management

Location(s)

Cedar Rapids - Iowa - United States of America

About the Role:

As a Facility Manager, you will manage a team responsible for overseeing day-to-day facilities operations and maintenance for one or more commercial buildings. This job is a part of the Facilities Management functional area, focusing on maximizing building uptime, mitigating operational risk, and providing strategic support regarding commercial HVAC systems, power distribution, and building lifecycle plans.

What You'll Do:

• Provide formal supervision to facilities maintenance employees.
• Monitor technical training and professional development programs.
• Conduct performance evaluations and standard operations coaching.
• Oversee recruiting for skilled commercial facilities technicians.
• Schedule and manage shift activities.
• Establish work schedules and cross-training plans.
• Set and track department and SLA deadlines.
• Mentor and coach onsite maintenance staff as needed.
• Coordinate building systems maintenance with specialized external contractors.
• Maintain client relationships regarding facility uptime and operational incidents.
• Manage capital projects, operational budgets, and variance reports.
• Perform facility inspections following corporate and regulatory safety standards.
• Suggest operational efficiencies for overall building energy usage.
• Manage environmental health, safety, and emergency operating procedures.
• Oversee standard vendor relationships and invoicing procedures.
• Review contractor quotes for specialized parts and maintenance labor.
• Conduct training on maintenance workflows, standard operating procedures, and safety.
• Lead by example consistent with CBRE RISE values.
• Influence parties to reach risk management and operational agreements.
• Integrate facilities discipline with broader corporate real estate objectives.
• Troubleshoot complex electrical, mechanical, and building monitoring issues.

What You'll Need:

• Bachelor's Degree preferred with 3-5 years of relevant experience.
• Equivalent experience in commercial facility operations will be considered.
• Valid driver's license required - MVR will be conducted.
• Facility Management or standard building engineering certification preferred.
• Experience in staffing, training, and retaining technical facilities personnel.
• Ability to handle sensitive operational data and incident report communication.
• Leadership skills to motivate teams toward zero-downtime operational goals.
• Deep knowledge of large-scale backup power systems, commercial chillers, and building automation systems preferred.
• Strong organizational skills with an inquisitive mindset.

Disclaimers:

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

We value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process.

Why CBRE?

CBRE provides medical, dental, vision insurance, life insurance, disability coverage, and 401(k) from your start date including 15 days of PTO and 11 holidays. Professional Development: We are committed to investing in our employees' growth and development through training programs, certifications, and mentorship opportunities. Career Advancement: CBRE is a global leader in commercial real estate services, providing ample opportunities for career progression and advancement within the company!

AI Use Disclosure

We value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills, and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Equal Employment Opportunity: CBRE has a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Candidate Accommodations: CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company's success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at recruitingaccommodations@cbre.com or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).

CBRE GWS

CBRE Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) works with clients to make real estate a meaningful contributor to organizational productivity and performance. Our account management model is at the heart of our client-centric approach to delivering integrated real estate solutions. Each client is entrusted with a dedicated leader and is supported by regional and global resources, leveraging the industry's most robust platform. CBRE GWS delivers consistent, measurably superior outcomes for our clients at every stage of the lifecycle, and across industries and geographies.

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