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Senior Facilities Manager

JLL
USA-CLIENT Westborough MA-Astellas, United States, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 29 Dec 2025
💰 $144,000/yr($120,000/yr$144,000/yr)

About the role

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way.  

Our people at JLL and JLL Technologies are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people  and empowering them to  thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong.  Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward.   

What this job involves - The Senior Facility Manager is the single point of contact for the areas of responsibility and its occupants and act as their service provider liaison. The role is to ensure the JLL team (employee and 3rd party partners) deliver FM and workplace services resulting in safe, code-compliant, functional, comfortable, energy efficient and attractive facilities and site infrastructure. The FM manages expense budgets within approved allocations and provides monthly updates to year-end projections. Oversees gray area (GAP) maintenance projects within their campus per client's specifications and timeline. Provide cost competitive and resource efficient methods for delivering high-volume and relatively small-dollar facility projects.

What your day-to-day will look like:

  • Serve as JLL Client Relationship Manager for assigned campus and buildings, coordinating communications with stakeholders and building users
  • Establish and champion a "Safety First" culture while leading operations, maintenance, utility, and manufacturing support service functions
  • Oversee critical engineering systems including HVAC, cleanroom environments, specialized ventilation, process utilities, and backup power systems
  • Ensure continuous monitoring and optimization of environmental controls to maintain required laboratory and manufacturing space parameters
  • Manage validation and qualification protocols for critical systems in compliance with FDA, EMA, and regulatory requirements
  • Develop site-level goals, provide employee management to direct reports, and actively develop team members for advancement opportunities
  • Effectively manage operating expenses to meet savings targets while developing annual budgets and providing monthly variance analysis

Required Qualification:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, or related discipline) preferred, or equivalent technical experience in laboratory/GMP facility systems
  • 5+ year's BioPharma facility management experience with demonstrated ability to exercise proper judgment.
  • Knowledge of Energy Reduction and Sustainability Programs.
  • Knowledge of standard business and accounting practices.
  • Knowledge of Excel and ability to analyze data.
  • Proficiency in building automation systems (BAS) and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
  • Understanding of cGMP engineering requirements including qualification protocols (IQ/OQ/PQ).
  • Knowledge of laboratory-specific engineering systems including fume hoods, biosafety cabinets, and specialized process equipment.

Preferred Qualification:

  • Experience in driving OSHA compliant safety program and maintaining environmental compliance related to facility operations (Air, Water, Waste Management).
  • Experience in supporting compliant Environmental, Health and Safety training program related to facility management operations.
  • Experience with utility system design and management (clean steam, WFI systems, compressed air, nitrogen).
  • Familiarity with engineering change control processes and validation documentation.

This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

Estimated compensation for this position:

120,000.00 – 144,000.00 USD per year

This range is an estimate and actual compensation may differ. Final compensation packages are determined by various considerations including but not limited to candidate qualifications, location, market conditions, and internal considerations.

Location:

On-site –Westborough, MA

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If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet all the requirements.  We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!


Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:

JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benef

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