National Geographic Society
Sr. Facilities Manager
National Geographic Society, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Overview
Sr. Facilities Manager
at National Geographic Society The National Geographic Society headquarters in Washington, D.C., is undergoing a Base Camp renovation project through 2026. The Campus and Experiences team delivers brand experiences for live audiences, operations, revenue programs, and the renovated campus. The role provides strategic, administrative, and operational support to the Senior Director of Facilities and Mechanical Maintenance, including coordination for mechanical maintenance, custodial operations, mailroom services, loading dock logistics, interiors services, conference services support, and office space configuration. The position requires proficiency with CMMS technology, strong administrative skills, and leadership to ensure safe, efficient, and sustainable operations during Base Camp renovations and beyond. Your Impact Responsibilities Include Business Operations (50%) Administer and optimize the CMMS to manage work orders, preventive maintenance, asset tracking, and inventory control. Generate and analyze CMMS data to identify trends, optimize resources, and produce reports on facility performance and maintenance costs. Integrate new technologies and smart building systems into CMMS and other platforms to boost efficiency and data-driven decisions. Coordinate workflow, forecasting, reporting, monitoring, and analysis of labor efficiency and asset health using digital resources. Standardize policies, procedures, and service expectations across departments to maintain consistent service quality. Contribute to procurement best practices for contracts with suppliers and vendors in collaboration with internal and external teams. Support data-driven decision making and monitor metrics-based results. Oversee administrative duties related to facility operations, including record-keeping, billing, documentation, and information management. Strategy & Planning (35%) Assist in implementing and evaluating facility processes to identify efficiency improvements. Monitor and track annual facilities budget, team cost centers, and report on financial statements, forecasted expenses, and deviations from budget. Oversee project timelines, budgets, and vendor contracts to ensure on-time, within-budget delivery. Ensure tasks comply with regulatory standards and SOPs/MOPs. Consult on strategic goals and develop actionable tactical plans with defined responsibilities, resource allocation, execution, and KPIs. Support procurement with strategic sourcing, supplier management, and contract risk management. Implement performance management and staff development to promote growth and strong customer service. Lead a team focused on data gathering, analysis, and maintaining workflow consistency across disciplines. Partnerships and Collaboration (15%) Act as a point of contact for escalated facility issues and ensure timely resolution and high service quality. Communicate proactively with internal and external stakeholders, tenants, neighbors, vendors, and local agencies. Monitor and enforce customer service standards and establish feedback channels to improve service delivery. What You’ll Bring Minimum Years And Type Of Experience A combined 7+ years of experience in construction management, project management, facilities management, and/or business administration, with 3+ years of management experience and at least 2+ years of experience with digital databases and/or CMMS administration. Knowledge And Skills Required Strong interpersonal skills, listening, diplomacy, and tact to build stakeholder relationships Ability to interact with a diverse audience Effective time management and ability to meet deadlines Independent judgment, discretion, and decision-making Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional work standards Experience managing complex infrastructure operations across a multi-facility campus Familiarity with CMMS Experience managing facilities within museums, cultural institutions, or public-facing organizations Proficiency with personal computers and common business software Desired Qualifications Facility Management Certification Supervision None Salary Information The National Geographic Society offers a competitive total rewards package. The salary range is $111,150.00 - $117,000.00 and reflects factors such as organizational need, skill sets, experience, certifications, and more. The organization hires at or near the starting point of the range based on the facts of each case. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, retirement plan with employer matching after 6 months, paid time off, holidays, parental leave, learning opportunities, and additional perks. Job Designation Resident - Some Base Camp roles require on-site presence. Schedules may be adjusted based on workflow, deadlines, and work cycles. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Note
You are encouraged to apply even if your experience is not a 100% match. We value relevant skills and potential for growth. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Management and Manufacturing Industries
Non-profit Organizations
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at National Geographic Society The National Geographic Society headquarters in Washington, D.C., is undergoing a Base Camp renovation project through 2026. The Campus and Experiences team delivers brand experiences for live audiences, operations, revenue programs, and the renovated campus. The role provides strategic, administrative, and operational support to the Senior Director of Facilities and Mechanical Maintenance, including coordination for mechanical maintenance, custodial operations, mailroom services, loading dock logistics, interiors services, conference services support, and office space configuration. The position requires proficiency with CMMS technology, strong administrative skills, and leadership to ensure safe, efficient, and sustainable operations during Base Camp renovations and beyond. Your Impact Responsibilities Include Business Operations (50%) Administer and optimize the CMMS to manage work orders, preventive maintenance, asset tracking, and inventory control. Generate and analyze CMMS data to identify trends, optimize resources, and produce reports on facility performance and maintenance costs. Integrate new technologies and smart building systems into CMMS and other platforms to boost efficiency and data-driven decisions. Coordinate workflow, forecasting, reporting, monitoring, and analysis of labor efficiency and asset health using digital resources. Standardize policies, procedures, and service expectations across departments to maintain consistent service quality. Contribute to procurement best practices for contracts with suppliers and vendors in collaboration with internal and external teams. Support data-driven decision making and monitor metrics-based results. Oversee administrative duties related to facility operations, including record-keeping, billing, documentation, and information management. Strategy & Planning (35%) Assist in implementing and evaluating facility processes to identify efficiency improvements. Monitor and track annual facilities budget, team cost centers, and report on financial statements, forecasted expenses, and deviations from budget. Oversee project timelines, budgets, and vendor contracts to ensure on-time, within-budget delivery. Ensure tasks comply with regulatory standards and SOPs/MOPs. Consult on strategic goals and develop actionable tactical plans with defined responsibilities, resource allocation, execution, and KPIs. Support procurement with strategic sourcing, supplier management, and contract risk management. Implement performance management and staff development to promote growth and strong customer service. Lead a team focused on data gathering, analysis, and maintaining workflow consistency across disciplines. Partnerships and Collaboration (15%) Act as a point of contact for escalated facility issues and ensure timely resolution and high service quality. Communicate proactively with internal and external stakeholders, tenants, neighbors, vendors, and local agencies. Monitor and enforce customer service standards and establish feedback channels to improve service delivery. What You’ll Bring Minimum Years And Type Of Experience A combined 7+ years of experience in construction management, project management, facilities management, and/or business administration, with 3+ years of management experience and at least 2+ years of experience with digital databases and/or CMMS administration. Knowledge And Skills Required Strong interpersonal skills, listening, diplomacy, and tact to build stakeholder relationships Ability to interact with a diverse audience Effective time management and ability to meet deadlines Independent judgment, discretion, and decision-making Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional work standards Experience managing complex infrastructure operations across a multi-facility campus Familiarity with CMMS Experience managing facilities within museums, cultural institutions, or public-facing organizations Proficiency with personal computers and common business software Desired Qualifications Facility Management Certification Supervision None Salary Information The National Geographic Society offers a competitive total rewards package. The salary range is $111,150.00 - $117,000.00 and reflects factors such as organizational need, skill sets, experience, certifications, and more. The organization hires at or near the starting point of the range based on the facts of each case. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, retirement plan with employer matching after 6 months, paid time off, holidays, parental leave, learning opportunities, and additional perks. Job Designation Resident - Some Base Camp roles require on-site presence. Schedules may be adjusted based on workflow, deadlines, and work cycles. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Note
You are encouraged to apply even if your experience is not a 100% match. We value relevant skills and potential for growth. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Management and Manufacturing Industries
Non-profit Organizations
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