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Standard BioTools

Manager, Facilities

Standard BioTools, Boulder, Colorado, United States, 80301

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Facilities Manager - Standard BioTools We invite you to join a leading provider of indispensable life sciences tools that is accelerating research on multiple frontiers of human health.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage a small team of facilities and lab support staff, accountable for facility operations and general lab equipment calibration and repairs

Lead facility-related projects, from planning and design through to execution and completion, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget

Develop and administer preventive maintenance programs and oversee the upkeep of facilities, including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and monitoring systems

Select and manage relationships with third-party vendors, contractors, and service providers for general building maintenance and repairs, equipment calibrations, and general facility-related projects

Negotiate service contracts, generate and approve purchase requisitions, and ensure service level agreements are met

Oversee environmental health and safety programs and hazardous waste management through managed consultants

Space planning and leadership to define, plan, and execute office and laboratory requirements, relocations, expansions, and renovations

Develop and manage the facility budget, ensuring cost-efficient operations while identifying cost-saving opportunities that maintain safety and quality

In conjunction with facilities specialist, perform light miscellaneous maintenance and repairs, furniture assemblies, or moves

Ensure proper functioning of essential lab infrastructure, including water purification systems, gas delivery, fume hoods, and other lab equipment

Manage work order requests process and execution

Establish metrics and monitor facility systems to ensure proper functionality, taking proactive and corrective measures to maintain and address any issues

Coordinate outages and all disruptive building activities, including assessments for office closures during inclement weather

Establish and maintain a safety-first culture by promoting and driving safe work practices

Ensure facilities adhere to pertinent safety regulations and applicable building codes

On-call rotation for after-hours facility emergency operations

Perform daily building inspections

Maintain relationships with property management

Qualifications & Requirements

Bachelor’s degree preferred, Associate's degree with years of experience accepted, in an appropriate field and at least 7 years of directly related progressively responsible facilities management in a lab-based environment; or an equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience from which comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities have been attained

Minimum of 3 years of personnel management

Experience with environmental health and safety (EH&S) programs, including laboratory safety protocols, hazardous material handling, and applicable regulations

In-depth knowledge of building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, etc.), maintenance practices, and facility-related regulations

Professional level written and verbal communication skills; problem-solving and decision-making skills; and strong customer service skills

Skilled in directing activities and operations of others, including activities involving hazardous situations

Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously while adhering to deadlines

Ability to work in a variety of settings, including office laboratory, and outdoor environments

Will frequently stand, walk, sit, kneel, climb (ladders, scaffolds, etc.), lift/carry/push/pull heavy objects that weigh up to 50 pounds, and perform desk-based computer tasks

Skilled in MS Office products, space planning, and project management; experience in vendor/contractor selection and contract review

Ability to support and conduct effective health, safety, and environmental programs

Will wear personal protective equipment and work in areas where hazardous materials and/or infectious agents are present as required

Certification in Facilities Management, EH&S or related credentials is a plus

Salary & Benefits Base pay range: $80,000 - $132,000 per year.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

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