Supervisor, Facility Management

Company Description

Forefront is dedicated to enhancing lives through exceptional culinary, environmental, and support services. Join our vibrant team where our core values—Tenacity, Integrity, Creativity, Safety, and Caring—shine through in everything we do. In this supportive and dynamic environment, your efforts will directly impact the safety, efficiency, and sustainability of our facilities. If you’re excited about making a real difference and thriving in a setting that values innovation, leadership, and responsibility, we’d love to hear from you!

Why You'll Love Working With Us:

• Make a Difference: Play a crucial role in creating a safe and inspiring environment for all.

• Supportive Team: Collaborate with a team that values excellence and teamwork.

• Grow with Us: Enjoy opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

• Inclusive Culture: Be part of an organization that celebrates diversity and inclusion.

• Great Benefits: Enjoy full-time benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), and paid time off (PTO).

Job Description

Position Information:

• Location: Lititz, PA

• Type: Full-Time

• Salary: $75,000-$80,000/yr

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain Excellence: Oversee the maintenance and operations of campus grounds, custodial services, transportation, and repair projects.

• Team Leadership: Supervise, assign, and evaluate staff; provide training on work procedures, standards, and safety practices.

• Safety First: Ensure all safety regulations are followed, provide training, and support a culture of safety.

• Project Management: Lead projects related to facility improvements, preventative and deferred maintenance, and sustainable operations.

• Budgeting & Forecasting: Manage the department’s budget, prepare justifications, and authorize expenditures.

• Collaboration: Work closely with the Director of Facilities, administrators, and key stakeholders to address safety, space utilization, and future facility needs.

• Sustainability: Create and implement environmentally sustainable policies and procedures for all grounds operations.

• Policy & Procedures: Develop, review, and update departmental policies and procedures to ensure efficient and cost-effective operations.

Qualifications

• Experience: Progressively responsible experience in facilities management, grounds maintenance, custodial services, and related fields. Experience in construction is preferred.

• Leadership Skills: Strong ability to supervise, train, and evaluate staff, manage operations, and oversee projects from planning to completion.

• Knowledge of:

  • Principles and practices of facility maintenance, groundskeeping, custodial operations, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, landscaping, and pest control.

  • Methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in building and grounds maintenance.

  • Applicable laws, codes, regulations, and standards governing building maintenance and groundskeeping.

  • Extensive expertise in Life Safety compliance, including fire safety, emergency preparedness, and regulatory requirements to ensure a safe environment.

• Technical Skills: Ability to read blueprints, interpret plans, and prepare specifications for minor construction projects.

• Safety Focus: Knowledge of safety and safe working practices for building maintenance and groundskeeping.

• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with a diverse team and key stakeholders.

• Problem Solving: Strong analytical and independent judgment skills within general policy guidelines.

• Budget Management: Experience in managing and implementing division budgets, including contract administration for maintenance services.

Other Requirements:

• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.

• Ability to work variable schedules, including call-ins during off-hours and weekends as required.

Additional Information

Work Environment & Physical Demands: