Facilities / Engineering Operations Manager 2

Facilities Engineering Operations Manager

Sodexo is seeking an experienced Facilities Engineering Operations Manager to support a leading Financial Services client in Washington, D.C. This role oversees the daily planning, scheduling, and execution of preventative maintenance, repairs, and facility projects. The successful candidate will bring strong technical expertise in critical systems, including HVAC, electrical, and plumbing, along with proven vendor management skills. In addition to technical knowledge, this leader will be responsible for guiding a high-performing facilities team while fostering a culture of safety, collaboration, and accountability. A strong focus on client satisfaction and operational excellence is essential, as this position plays a key role in maintaining a safe, efficient, and reliable workplace environment.

What You'll Do

• Oversee preventative, proactive, and reactive maintenance across mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and critical systems.
• Manage renovations, construction projects, and the CMMS work order system to ensure efficient operations.
• Lead vendor contract management, ensuring quality service delivery and strong partnerships.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, as well as internal facility standards.
• Foster a safe work environment through audits, inspections, training, and ongoing safety communication.
• Supervise staff performance, provide coaching, and conduct evaluations to support a high-performing team.

What We Offer

Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
• 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement

More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• Proven track record of successful facilities management leadership with measurable results.
• Strong technical expertise across mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, structural, safety systems, architectural, and project management.
• Experience managing vendor contracts and service providers.
• Excellent customer service, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Strong leadership abilities with a focus on team development and performance.
• Proficiency with software systems such as Maximo CMMS, D365, Kronos, and Microsoft Office Suite.

Who We Are

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.

Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you're happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete this form.

Qualifications & Requirements

Minimum Education Requirement - Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience

Minimum Management Experience - 5 years

Minimum Functional Experience - 3 years work experience in facilities maintenance, plant operations or engineering services