JLL · 4 days ago
Facility Manager
Columbus, OH
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expJLL is seeking a Facility Manager to lead day-to-day Integrated Facilities Management operations for a GMP manufacturing site. The role focuses on ensuring operational excellence, compliance, and the development of a skilled workforce through effective management and training initiatives.
CommercialReal Estate
Responsibilities
Lead daily operations and maintenance of critical building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, compressed air, BMS/EMS, fire life safety) ensuring optimal uptime and environmental compliance for GMP suites, laboratories, and packaging areas
Develop and execute comprehensive preventive maintenance strategies using Maximo CMMS, managing work orders, backlogs, and driving root-cause analysis to achieve long-term reliability improvements
Ensure strict compliance with GDP/ALCOA+ documentation, SOPs, and regulatory requirements; maintain audit readiness through effective CAPA management and corrective action tracking
Own LOTO program implementation and safety permit management (hot work, confined space, elevated work); drive safety culture through PPoF observations, SQDIP huddles, and Good Catch reporting
Coordinate technical oversight with engineering teams, mechanics, and vendors; review and approve technical scopes, method statements, JHAs, and ensure quality field execution
Serve as primary client point of contact for Amgen Ohio, delivering weekly governance updates on safety, quality, delivery, and people metrics while fostering trusted advisor relationships
Manage vendor relationships and performance against contract SLAs; develop scopes of work, conduct bid evaluations, and oversee service provider quality assessments
Lead, coach, and develop IFM team members across multiple shifts; build training roadmaps, manage staffing coverage, and foster an accountable culture focused on safety, compliance, and career growth
Drive continuous improvement initiatives, lead minor projects and shutdown readiness, and identify automation and efficiency opportunities while ensuring proper commissioning and knowledge transfer
Qualification
Required
5–8+ years in facilities management or building systems operations, preferably in GMP or regulated manufacturing environments
Strong client relationship skills with proven ability to lead governance meetings and resolve issues effectively
Experience in team leadership, coaching, and training program development
Working knowledge of HVAC/Cleanroom, Electrical, Plumbing, Fire Life Safety, BMS/EMS, and CMMS (Maximo preferred)
Preferred
Experience in biopharma/medical device/food manufacturing or other FDA/EMA-regulated operations
Certifications: CFM, CHFM, OSHA 30, NFPA 25 familiarity, trade licenses (HVAC/Electrical/Plumbing), Six Sigma/Lean exposure
Strong data/reporting skills; comfort with dashboards, KPIs, and root-cause analysis
Experience with shutdown planning and capital project support
Company
JLL
We’re a leading professional services firm that specializes in real estate and investment management.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.59B2025-11-03Post Ipo Debt· $565.35M
2023-11-08Post Ipo Debt· $400M
2019-05-29Post Ipo Debt· $46.5M
Leadership Team
Christian Ulbrich
Global Chief Executive Officer
Jones Lang LaSalle
Global CEO, Capital Markets and Member
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