> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/3266866-senior-data-center-facilities-manager](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/3266866-senior-data-center-facilities-manager). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Data Center Facilities Manager - **Company:** CBRE Group - **Location:** Deerfield, IL, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $130,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Data Centers - **Published:** September 17, 2026 - **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/7522C1B328054ADF97E2CDFD3BD17364/job/ ## About the Role * Bachelor's Degree preferred with 5 - 8 years of relevant experience. In lieu of a degree, a combination of experience and education will be considered. Valid driver's license required. Facility Management certification preferred. * Experience in the areas of staffing, selection, training, development, coaching, mentoring, measuring, appraising, and rewarding performance and retention is preferred. * Ability to lead the exchange of sensitive, complicated, and difficult information, convey performance expectations and handle problems. * Leadership skills to motivate the team to achieve broad operational targets with impacts on own job discipline, multiple job disciplines, and department. * In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc. * Extensive organizational skills and an advanced inquisitive mindset. * Intermediate math skills. Ability to calculate complicated 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. ## Description As a CBRE Senior Data Center Facilities Manager, you will manage many functions of building operations and maintenance for a portfolio of buildings in Northern Chicago. This job is a part of the Facilities Management functional area which focuses on all aspects of the operations of a set of assets, providing support to the Property Managers regarding all repairs and investment plans. What You'll Do: * Provide formal supervision to employees. Track the training and development of staff. Conduct performance evaluations and coaching. Oversee the recruiting and hiring of new employees. * Coordinate and manage the team's daily activities. Establish work schedules, assign tasks, and cross-train staff. Set and track staff and department deadlines. Mentor and coach as needed. * Coordinate and manage facility repairs and maintenance by working with technicians, vendors, and contractors. * Maintain positive client relationships and conduct meetings on unresolved facility issues. * Prepare and manage large and high-profile capital projects, operating budgets, and variance reports. * Perform facility inspections quality assurance following local, state, and federal regulations. Suggest and implement operational efficiencies, repairs, and upgrade opportunities. * Create environmental health and safety procedures for facilities. * Develop vendor relationships and oversee invoicing procedures. Review and approve purchase orders for the procurement of parts, services, and labor for projects. * Apply a broad knowledge of the business, own discipline, and how own discipline integrates with others to achieve team and departmental objectives. * Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values. Influence others to adopt a different point of view while being guided by policies and departmental plans. * Identify and solve technical and operational problems of complexity. * Understand and recognize the broader impact across the department. * Improve and change existing methods, processes, and standards within job discipline., CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate's education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for the Special Projects Manager position is $130,000 annually and the maximum salary is $140,000 annually. The compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate's skills, qualifications, and experience. 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