Facilities Manager

Role Overview

Use your passion for service to create a positive impact and make a difference.

Sodexo is seeking a dynamic and proactive Facilities Manager to support facilities operations at Trocaire College in Buffalo, NY. This leadership role is responsible for overseeing the maintenance, safety, and operational efficiency of campus facilities while ensuring a positive environment for students, faculty, staff, and visitors.

The Facilities Manager will lead a team of maintenance professionals responsible for building systems, infrastructure, and equipment across the campus. This position serves as a key operational leader, working closely with vendors, contractors, and campus stakeholders to identify facility-related needs, develop solutions, and ensure reliable day-to-day operations.

What You'll Do

• Lead and oversee daily facilities operations, maintenance activities, and preventive maintenance programs across campus.
• Supervise, coach, and develop maintenance staff while fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Ensure the reliable operation of building systems, including HVAC, mechanical, electrical, plumbing (MEP), and life safety systems.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for facility vendors and contractors, managing service agreements, project execution, and performance expectations.
• Identify operational and facility-related issues, evaluate solutions, and implement corrective actions to minimize disruptions.
• Coordinate facility repairs, maintenance projects, equipment replacements, and campus improvement initiatives.

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

• Previous experience in a Facilities Manager, Facilities Supervisor, Facilities Lead, or similar leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of building systems, including HVAC, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and life safety systems.
• Experience managing vendors, contractors, and service providers while maintaining strong working relationships.
• Demonstrated ability to identify operational challenges, develop practical solutions, and execute improvement initiatives.
• Proven leadership experience supervising maintenance teams and driving employee engagement and accountability.
• Strong understanding of preventive maintenance programs, work order management systems, and facility operations best practices.
• Excellent communication, customer service, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects and responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.

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 experienceMinimum Management Experience - 3 years   Minimum Functional Experience - 3 years