Virginia Tech · 1 month ago
Facilities Manager
Blacksburg, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$58K/yr - $70K/yrVirginia Tech is a comprehensive land-grant institution dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The Facilities Manager will be responsible for on-site facilities and fixed assets management, ensuring compliance with regulations and implementing best practices for improved process efficiency.
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Responsibilities
Coordinating and managing minor renovations and reconfiguration of facilities, labs, and work spaces
Coordinating financial activity of facilities projects and equipment acquisition, securing needed materials, furniture, fixtures, repairs, and equipment
Managing accurate records of space utilization
Responding to requests for facilities services and initiating work orders
Managing department fixed assets inventory, lab equipment purchases, surplus, transfer of used equipment, and all related activities
Ensuring proper organization and management of project documents and records
Interfacing with ISE faculty, staff, and students, as well as Virginia Tech facilities, contractors, and service providers
Managing key control and Hokie Passport activities
Managing network infrastructure and services (NI&S) activities
Serving as the emergency coordinator for the department, ensuring compliance with pertinent regulations and policies regarding Lab Safety and Emergency Action Planning
Qualification
Required
Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage multiple competing priorities, and adhere to project timelines
Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate, orally and in writing, with a diverse group of people including administrators, faculty, staff, students, and external constituents, cultivating positive working relationships, fostering teamwork, and supporting collaboration
Demonstrated experience in facilities management, fixed assets, equipment purchasing, and surplus property
Ability to move, climb, and work from elevated work stations such as ladders
Ability to work standing, walking, sitting, reaching, bending, pushing, and pulling
Demonstrated experience in problem-solving and troubleshooting
Preferred
Working knowledge of Virginia Tech systems such as Banner, HokieMart, HokieServ, and COLA Portal
Working knowledge of Virginia Tech processes and procedures related to facilities operations, fixed assets, key control, space, and emergency management
Knowledge of policies and procedures related to purchasing and request for waiver of competition activities
Experience and understanding of general lab safety procedures and planning, laboratory furniture, fixtures, lab safety, chemical waste disposal, and requirements of a research laboratory environment
Basic knowledge of building mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems from a facilities management perspective
Knowledge of OSHA and HHS regulations
Experience related to equipment purchasing, building renovations, quotes, and leases
Bachelor's degree or equivalent level of experience/training
Company
Virginia Tech
Virginia Tech is a public research university that offers a range of academic programs and conducts research across various fields.
Founded in 1872
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$24.09MKey Investors
Virginia Innovation Partnership CorporationNational Institute of Food and AgricultureAppalachian Regional Commission
2025-01-16Grant
2024-06-26Grant· $0.59M
2024-02-15Grant· $0.45M
Leadership Team
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Steven McKnight
Vice President for Strategic Alliances
David Raymond
Associate Vice President for Security and Identity
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