Area Manager, GSAS Facilities

Company: Harvard University
Location: Cambridge
Posted on: January 8, 2021

Job Description:

Job SummaryThe Area Manager for the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences (GSAS) is responsible for complete facility management of 8 buildings, 225,000 square feet and a budget of 2.6 million. The building portfolio includes graduate dormitories, administrative offices, library collections and a dining facility.Job-Specific ResponsibilitiesResponsible for all facilities operations including:

• Oversees the maintenance & operations of the facilities to provide a safe home for graduate and undergraduate students.
• Regularly interacts with student residents, faculty, and staff responding to occupant building problems/requests promptly and resolving them quickly.
• Responsible for budget management, vendor selection, & managing relationships with many Harvard departments.
• Directs day-to-day activity of custodial staff, building trades, & contractors to assure timely and cost-effective completion of work.
• Maintains the security of the buildings through proper attention to access control, security procedures and the condition of locking devices.
• Reviews computer-based HVAC, security and fire systems, monitors safety compliance, coordinates inspections and ensures compliance with codes & regulations.
• Works closely with the Office of Physical Resources & Planning and Harvard University Office for Sustainability staff to implement best operations and maintenance practices, and to actively participate in FAS greenhouse gas and energy reduction efforts and goals for House.
• Responds to emergency situations as appropriate during both working and off-hours.
  • Occasional planned weekend work including student move-in and move-out & Summer School move-in.Basic QualificationsAdvanced education and/or technical training beyond high school. 8+ years' experience in the management of physical facilities, including staff and/or vendor supervision experience. Demonstrated experience with building automated control systems including security and HVAC.Additional Qualifications and SkillsExcellent communication skills; ability to assess needs, set priorities, and deal with stressful situations. Computer skills necessary, including proficiency in work order systems, daily maintenance, invoice processing, budget and payroll management. Must enjoy working with students. Experience in the management of physical facilities in a University setting preferred.Physical RequirementsAbility to lift up to 50 pounds, perform daily physical activity, including walking to and from various buildings, climbing multiple sets of stairs and walking from room to room on each floor to inspect the physical condition of the building, required.Working ConditionsCritical/Essential StatusDuring emergency situations and severe inclement weather this position is designated as essential and critical to the operations of the FAS.Additional InformationTo be considered for this position, applicants must submit a cover letter and resume.All formal written offers will be made by FAS Human Resources.Job FunctionFacilitiesLocationUSA - MA - CambridgeJob Code329057 Facilities & Oper ManagerSub-Unit-DepartmentOffice of Physical Resources and PlanningTime StatusFull-timeSalary Grade057Union00 - Non Union, Exempt or TemporaryPre-Employment ScreeningCriminal, IdentitySchedule9-5 Monday-FridayEEO StatementWe are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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