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Facilities & Corporate Lease Manager

CBEM brings lasting, positive changes to the individuals with developmental disabilities we serve, some of whom experience mental illness. Our process begins with observations from which we design a comprehensive plan. It continues on as we teach our clients and their circle of support how to obtain positive, sustainable outcomes.

Location: Lafayette, CA (hybrid, 3 days in office)

FLSA Status: Exempt-Full Time

Compensation: $110,000 annually + opportunities for a quarterly bonus

Reports to: Assistant Controller

At CBEM, we create lasting, positive change for individuals with developmental disabilities and some who experience co-occurring mental illness. Our innovative approach empowers clients and their support networks to achieve sustainable outcomes.

Are you someone who enjoys solving problems, managing projects, and creating efficient workplaces? Join CBEM as our Facilities & Corporate Lease Manager, where you'll take ownership of our multi-site lease portfolio, spearhead inspiring office expansion projects, and ensure our teams have safe, efficient, and high-performing environments every single day.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage daily office operations across our locations and handle facility requests through our ticketing system.
• Work closely with landlords and commercial brokers on lease agreements, property searches, and renewals.
• Source, evaluate, and manage facilities vendors and contractors to make sure work is done well and on budget.
• Plan and run office setups, renovations, moves, and site closures, traveling to offices as needed.
• Maintain workplace safety guidelines, handle physical security and access systems, and conduct routine safety audits.
• Manage preventive maintenance for building systems and ensure quick response to facility emergencies.
• Develop and improve facilities processes, policies, systems, and tools while working cross-functionally with Finance, HR, IT, field leadership, and other teams to keep workplace operations running smoothly.

Skills and Qualifications:

• 35 years of experience in facilities, property management, corporate real estate, or operations.
• Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Business Administration, Real Estate, Finance, or a related field required. Relevant professional experience demonstrating progressively responsible facilities, corporate real estate, property management, or business operations responsibilities may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Experience planning and executing office setups, relocations, renovations, and closures.
• Experience managing landlord relations, brokers, vendors, and service contracts.
• Experience managing budgets, tracking expenses, and setting up operational SOPs.
• Ability to work collaboratively across IT, HR, Finance, and field leadership.
• Commercial lease review experience and facilities certifications (CFM, FMP) are a plus.

Physical Demands:

This role may require occasional lifting (up to 50 pounds), travel (up to 35%) and hands-on work in office spaces.

What we offer:

• Nurturing learning environment with clear growth and career advancement opportunities.
• Competitive salary with opportunities for quarterly bonuses.
• Comprehensive health coverage (Medical, Dental, and Vision) starting from day one.
• Company-provided computer and mobile device with a monthly internet stipend.
• Generous paid time off including vacation, wellness, and sick days to support work-life balance.
• Monthly Health & Wellness allowance to promote physical and mental well-being.
• Professional Development programs to enhance skills and foster career growth.

CBEM provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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