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Regional Facilities Manager (Northeast Area)

United Rentals

Stamford, CT

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Accounting Policies, Analysis Skills, Billing, Budget Management, Budget Reporting, Budgeting, Communication Skills, Construction Management, Contract Negotiation, Cross-Functional, Database Administration, Detail Oriented, Equipment Rentals, Facilities Management, French Language, Interpersonal Skills, Leadership, Legal, Legal Documents, Maintenance Services, Multilingual, Multitasking, OSHA, Operational Support, Operations Management, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Preventative Maintenance, Problem Solving Skills, Project Close-Out, Project Execution, Project Schedule, Project/Program Coordination, Project/Program Management, Real Estate, Rentals, Risk, Team Player, Time Management, Vendor/Supplier Management, Vendor/Supplier Selection, Willing to Travel, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Stamford, CT
POSTED
30+ days ago
Great company. Great people. Great opportunities.

If you'd like the chance to make your mark with the world's largest equipment rental provider, come build your future with United Rentals!

As a Regional Facilities Manager (Northeast Area), is a critical role responsible for the operational excellence of a portfolio of regional facilities. This position requires a unique blend of hands-on facilities management experience and expertise in systems and policies. The manager will ensure all facilities are safe, compliant, and wellmaintained while also serving as the primary point of contact for Facilities projects. This role will leverage data to drive strategic decisions and optimize maintenance operations across the region.

What You'll Do:

Project Management and Execution
  • Manage facility maintenance projects from start to finish.
  • Prepare the scope of work for bid proposals and secure necessary budget approvals.
  • Review bids, select vendors, and negotiate contracts.
  • Schedule and coordinate project work with site managers.
  • Conduct work site visits to ensure work performed is compliant with the contract.
  • Ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and according to UR specifications.
  • Work cross-functionally with Legal, Real Estate, Environmental, IT, Risk, field operations, contractors, suppliers, and other third parties to coordinate key deliverables.
  • Provide support to Operations Managers for projects in progress


Administrative, Reporting, and Vendor Management
  • Maintain project databases by keeping inputs (statuses, completion dates, notes, etc.) accurate and current.
  • Review vendor invoices for accuracy.
  • Retain key information such as project approvals and legal documents.
  • Establish and maintain a preferred vendor list for facility services for the assigned portfolio.
  • Assist in the development and communication of preventative maintenance and preferred vendor programs to provide costeffective services to UR facilities.
  • Report out key milestones and deliverables to business partner stakeholders.
  • Report out budget updates, scope changes, and capitalization timing to business partner stakeholders.
  • Review budgets and advise on capitalization treatment with Operations Managers.
  • Complete project close-out forms and provide capitalized spend by vendor and asset category to support the accounting capitalization process.
  • Other duties assigned as needed


Requirements:
  • Bachelors Degree in related field (Construction Management, Facilities Management, Civil or

    Mechanical Engineering, etc.) or equivalent combination of technical experience and education

    * Relevant professional certifications (e.g., IFMA CFM and/or FMP)
  • 5+ years of experience in facilities management and services, with a proven track record of

    managing a multi-site portfolio.
  • Familiarity with state & local code, OSHA, etc.
  • Soft Skills:
Strong leadership and team-building skills.

Excellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills.

Exceptional problem-solving and analytical abilities.

High degree of organization and attention to detail.

Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously.
  • 25-50% travel required
  • Bilingual in French is preferred
Why join us?

We don't just "talk the talk!" We're an award-winning company (recently named a Glassdoor Best Place to Work in 2023) that truly cares about our people - That's why we offer best-in-class benefits and perks that will support you and your family. In addition to our health and financial plans, we also offer:
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • United Compassion Fund
  • Employee Discount Program
  • Career Development & Promotional Opportunities
  • Additional Vacation Buy Up Program (US Only)
  • Early Wage Access through Payactiv (US Hourly Only)
  • Paid Sick Leave
  • An inclusive and welcoming culture


Learn more about our full US benefit offerings here.

United Rentals, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and makes employment decisions regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or any other status protected by law. If you need a reasonable accommodation at any point of the application process, please email careers@ur.com for assistance.

At United Rentals, we proudly hire active duty members, veterans, reservists, and their families. The values that define your service-leadership, discipline, integrity, and teamwork-are the same values that drive our success. With many veterans already part of our team, we're ready to help you transition into a rewardingcareer.

United Rentals consists of a wide variety of roles with different duties and responsibilities. The actual pay rate offered to candidates varies depending upon a wide range of factors including specific position, location, education, training, experience, skills, and ability.

About the Company

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United Rentals

Founded in 1997, United Rentals is the largest equipment rental company in the world, with a store network nearly three times the size of any other provider, and locations in 49 states and 10 Canadian provinces. Building a better future is our commitment to the people and communities we serve. United Rentals, Inc. is the largest equipment rental company in the world. The company has an integrated network of 1,186 rental locations in North America and 11 in Europe. In North America, the company operates in 49 states and every Canadian province. The company’s approximately 18,500 employees serve construction and industrial customers, utilities, municipalities, homeowners and others. The company offers approximately 3,800 classes of equipment for rent with a total original cost of $14.18 billion. United Rentals is a member of the Standard & Poor’s 500 Index, the Barron’s 400 Index and the Russell 3000 Index® and is headquartered in Stamford, Conn. Additional information about United Rentals is available at unitedrentals.com. Our Customers Our diverse customer base includes construction and industrial companies, utilities, municipalities, government agencies and independent contractors. Most of our customers align with three categories: approximately 50% are non-construction, such as industrial; 46% are non-residential construction; and 4% are residential. We provide every customer with access to the best people, equipment and solutions in the industry. Our Mission Deploy the best people, equipment and solutions to enable our customers to safely build a better and stronger future. Our Values Safety First Act, and require others to act, in a manner that puts the safety of our employees, customers and communities first. A Passion For People Build a diverse workplace that challenges all employees to grow professionally and embrace teamwork. Visible Leadership Lead by example in every business decision and action, with a sense of humility and responsibility. Customer-Driven Support the best interests of our customers and develop better ways for them to succeed at their jobs. Absolute Integrity Always do the right thing, honor commitments and ensure appropriate corporate governance. Community-Minded Be an outstanding corporate citizen and a good neighbor in every sense by being helpful, respectful, law-abiding and friendly. Continuous Innovation Contribute to a culture of innovative thinking that empowers employees to improve quality, efficiency and customer service. Sustainability Engage in practices that lead to positive change by encouraging social accountability and environmental responsibility.
COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Rental Services
WEBSITE
http://www.unitedrentals.com