Operations Manager

CBRE
Grand Rapids, MI

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About The Role:

CBRE is seeking a highly motivated and experienced FM Engineering Operations Manager to lead and manage a team providing critical technical and operational support to a major telecommunications client. This is a vital role within our team dedicated to ensuring the client's critical infrastructure functions flawlessly. You will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the team's performance, from daily operations and maintenance to staff development and client relationship management. This position is part of the Engineering and Technical Services job function, responsible for providing support, preventive maintenance, and repairs on equipment and systems.

What You'll Do:

  • Lead and Supervise: Provide formal supervision to employees, fostering a positive and productive work environment. Monitor the training and development of staff, conduct performance evaluations, and provide coaching to enhance individual and team performance. Oversee the recruiting and hiring of new employees to build a strong team.
  • Operational Excellence: Coordinate and manage the team's daily activities, including establishing work schedules, assigning tasks, and cross-training staff to ensure operational efficiency. Set and track staff and department deadlines, ensuring timely completion of tasks. Mentor and coach team members as needed.
  • Client & Stakeholder Management: Maintain strong relationships with the telecommunications client, partners, and other stakeholders, ensuring their needs are met and exceeding expectations.
  • Financial Management: Manage the profits and losses of the department or a specific division, ensuring fiscal responsibility and efficiency.
  • Strategic Planning: Develop goals and initiatives to direct the department's course, aligning with both CBRE and client objectives.
  • Policy Implementation: Guide managers in implementing company initiatives and policies, ensuring consistency and adherence to established procedures.
  • Process Improvement: Evaluate company processes and procedures to identify and resolve issues, continuously seeking opportunities for improvement.
  • Compliance & Documentation: Ensure business operations are implemented based on established procedures and maintain accurate regulatory records and paperwork.
  • Leadership & Influence: Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values (Respect, Integrity, Service, and Excellence). Influence parties of shared interests to reach agreements and achieve common goals.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Apply knowledge of your discipline and how it integrates with others to achieve team and departmental objectives.
  • Problem Solving: Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve day-to-day and moderately complex issues that may or may not be evident in existing systems and processes, ensuring minimal disruption to client operations.

What You'll Need:

  • Bachelor's Degree preferred with 3-5 years of relevant experience in facilities management or a related field. In lieu of a degree, a combination of experience and education will be considered.
  • Proven experience in the areas of staffing, selection, training, development, coaching, mentoring, measuring, appraising, and rewarding performance and retention is highly preferred.
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to guide the exchange of sensitive, complicated, and difficult information, convey performance expectations and effectively handle challenging situations.
  • Strong leadership skills to motivate the team and positively impact the quality, efficiency, and effectiveness of the job discipline and department.
  • In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
  • Exceptional organizational skills with a strong inquisitive mindset, demonstrating a proactive approach to problem-solving.
  • Advanced math skills, including the ability to calculate difficult figures such as percentages, fractions, and other financial-related calculations.
  • Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future

Why Join CBRE?

  • At CBRE, we are committed to providing our employees with a rewarding and supportive work environment. As an FM Engineering Operations Manager, you will be part of a dynamic team that values collaboration, innovation, and professional growth. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
  • Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match
  • Professional development and training opportunities
  • Opportunities for career advancement within a global organization
  • A collaborative and supportive work environment
  • The chance to work with a major telecommunications client and contribute to critical infrastructure operations.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a leading global real estate services firm and make a significant impact on our client's success. Apply today!

What You'll Need:

  • High School Diploma or GED with up to 2 years of job-related experience.
  • Ability to follow basic work routines and standards in the application of work.
  • Communication skills to exchange straightforward information.
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
  • Strong organizational skills with an inquisitive mindset.
  • Basic math skills. Ability to calculate simple figures such as percentages, discounts, and markups.

Why CBRE?

When you join CBRE, you become part of a global leader in commercial real estate and investment services that help businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values - respect, integrity, service, and excellence - and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your full potential.

Disclaimer:

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

CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate's education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for the Facilities Coordinator position is $35,500 annually [or $17.07 per hour] and the maximum salary for the Facilities Coordinator position is $65,500 annually [or $31.50 per hour]. The compensation offered to a successful candidate will depend on their skills, qualifications, and experience. Successful candidates will also be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on CBRE's applicable benefit program. This role will provide the following benefits: 401(K), Dental insurance, Health insurance, Life insurance, and Vision insurance.

Equal Employment Opportunity: CBRE is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We have 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 [email protected] or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).

CBRE, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer (Women/Minorities/Persons with Disabilities/US Veterans)

If you have questions about this posting, please contact [email protected]
Posted 2026-02-21

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