Area Manager

Area Manager

University Overview

The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America's Best Large Employers in 2023.

Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.

The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.

Posted Job Title

Area Manager

Job Profile Title

Manager, Facilities

Job Description Summary

The Division of Facilities and Real Estate Services (FRES) provides the expertise, business process, policies and standards required to plan, design, construct, operate, maintain and renew the physical assets of the University, excluding the health system. In addition, the Division, comprised of approximately five Departments, is responsible for the strategic planning, management and operation of non-academic University property, and collaborating with the neighborhood to create a safe and economically vibrant destination. With close to 12M square feet of space, FRES maintains 186 buildings on a campus of 276 acres, completes over 60,000 maintenance requests per year, and starts approximately 250 projects a year. FRES is comprised of the following Departments : Administration, Office of the University Architect, Design and Construction, Real Estate, Operations, and Maintenance.

The University of Pennsylvania is implementing a campus transformation entitled Penn Connects ( http : / / www.pennconnects.upenn.edu ). This comprehensive, award winning effort is expanding the campus over the next 20 years, including the construction of new academic research and recreational facilities. In addition, the University has secured $300M in Century Bond funding and continues to upgrade existing facilities over the coming years. https : / / www.facilities.upenn.edu /

Job Description

Reporting to a Facilities & Real Estate Services (FRES) department of Operations & Maintenance (O&M) Director for Facilities Services, serve as liaison between FRES O&M and the University community for facilities related issues. Maintain and develop strong customer relations while managing multiple priorities and developing service levels in coordination with the assigned Penn Schools and Centers. Constantly monitor the condition of the assigned campus facilities, performance of the various building systems, and O&M related services. Work collaboratively with O&M Trades, Housekeeping, Grounds, and Engineering groups and propose initiatives to optimize the efficiency and effectiveness of the department's services. Manage assigned O&M vendor contracts and contracted work, work with service providers to address customer needs, and provide high level cost estimates for projects when needed. Participate in all phases of capital construction projects to ensure that buildings' future maintainability, energy efficiency, and daily operational needs are addressed and assure smooth turnover of newly renovated or constructed space to O&M. Maintain fiscal responsibility within established guidelines and report on variances to customer budget; including but not limited to, preparing and maintaining building level expense reports. Work collaboratively with numerous internal and external parties to identify and implement actions to achieve the energy and carbon footprint reduction and overall sustainability goals as specified by the University's Climate Action Plan. Promote Safety in workplace

Qualifications :

• A Bachelor's degree is required for this position. Candidates with a Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management or facilities operations & maintenance would be highly regarded.
• Candidates must have a minimum of 5-7 years of proven experience, preferably in an academic or similarly complex environment. Candidates without a Bachelor's degree can still qualify by demonstrating an equivalent combination of education and experience in areas relevant to the role.
• Proven knowledge of commercial building systems and their operations in addition to general knowledge of OSHA, Building Codes, Project Management, Contracting and Project Estimating.
• Experience in the coordination of activities by multiple stakeholders to include architects, engineers, contractors and in-house personnel.
• Demonstrated ability to exhibit good judgment and be able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, diverse environment.
• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal, written / verbal communication, and organizational skills.
• Strong financial and analytical skills.
• Proven record of providing excellent customer service skills.
• Knowledge of basic computer software (Microsoft Office)
• Familiarity and experience in a unionized labor environment desirable.
• This position will require the individual to be on-call 24 / 7.

Job Location - City, State

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Department / School

Facilities and Real Estate Services

Pay Range

$91,000.00 - $110,000.00 Annual Rate

Salary offers are made based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, and in alignment with salary ranges based on external market data for the job's level. Internal organization and peer data at Penn are also considered.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

Special Requirements

Background checks may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.

University Benefits

To learn more, please visit : https : / / www.hr.upenn.edu / PennHR / benefits-pay

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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