Facilities Manager

The hiring organization is a respected MRA member entity located in the City of Milwaukee, dedicated to providing essential support and services to women and children in the community. This organization operates across multiple properties within the city, including brand-new state-of-the-art facilities as well as established, legacy sites. As a mission-driven nonprofit, they are committed to creating safe, functional, and welcoming environments for the people they serve. The organization is backed by stable executive leadership, fostering a workplace culture that values operational excellence, community impact, and employee empowerment.

The Facilities Manager role is a unique and dynamic opportunity within this organization. Reporting directly to the Chief Operating Officer, the Facilities Manager is a full-time, exempt position responsible for the comprehensive oversight and maintenance of several newly constructed buildings alongside a small portfolio of older properties. This role requires a proactive, hands-on leader who can navigate both strategic facility management and ground-level operational tasks with effective problem-solving skills.

The successful candidate will lead a high-performing maintenance team charged with managing day-to-day operational needs, executing preventative maintenance programs, ensuring compliance with building codes and safety regulations, and managing vendor relationships and contracts. The Facilities Manager will have a key role in stewarding the organization's capital infrastructure, administering budgets, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives to maintain peak facility performance.

Key responsibilities include supervising all aspects of facility operations across multiple types of properties such as office spaces, group living areas, and independent living apartments. The manager will ensure that all facilities adhere to federal, state, and local regulatory standards, overseeing fire and life safety inspections and implementing corrective actions where necessary. Vendor and contract management will be central to the role, involving competitive sourcing, negotiation, performance evaluation, and inventory oversight for maintenance and janitorial supplies.

Grounds keeping, building repairs, vehicle maintenance, and asset management also fall under this position’s remit. The Facilities Manager will regularly travel between multiple sites to oversee operations, coordinate vendor work, and support facility transitions that minimize disruption and maintain continuity of services. This role includes occasional on-call duties to respond promptly to emergencies or maintenance issues outside regular business hours.

The ideal candidate is someone with at least 3-5 years of supervisory experience in managing multiple property maintenance functions, coupled with strong technical knowledge of building systems and safety codes. Experience with HVAC, electrical systems, and capital project management are highly valued. Effective communication skills, independent work capability, proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, and a collaborative approach to working with leadership and program teams are essential for success.

This position offers competitive pay, an attractive benefits package including health and dental insurance, generous paid time off, and the chance to work in a mission-driven environment where your efforts have a direct, positive impact on vulnerable populations. The Facilities Manager will play a vital leadership role, helping to shape the long-term sustainability and functionality of multiple properties and supporting the organizational mission through high-quality facilities stewardship. Work is conducted in person across multiple sites within Milwaukee, providing varied daily environments and challenges that keep the role engaging and impactful.