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Critical Facilities Operations Manager

L7

gh engageEvanston, IL6 days ago

$150,000–$170,000

Occupations

Facilities ManagersGeneral and Operations ManagersComputer and Information Systems Managers

Industries

Computer Facilities Management ServicesFacilities Support ServicesComputing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services
Critical Facilities Operations Manager Chicago, IL | $150,000–$170,000 Base + Annual BonusGH Engage is partnering with a growing data center owner/operator looking to appoint a Critical Facilities Operations Manager to lead day-to-day operations across a mission-critical facility in the Chicago market. This is a senior site leadership position responsible for 24/7 critical operations, engineering teams, maintenance strategy, customer service and operational performance.
The Role: You will:
  • Lead Critical Facilities Technicians and engineering personnel
  • Oversee 24/7 facility operations and critical infrastructure
  • Manage preventive, corrective and contracted maintenance
  • Review and approve MOPs, SOPs, EOPs and change controls
  • Lead incident response and operational escalation
  • Ensure compliance with safety, regulatory and operating standards
  • Manage contractors and specialist vendors
  • Support customer requirements, audits and site tours
  • Assist with OPEX/CAPEX planning and forecasting
  • Support infrastructure upgrades and capital projects
  • Drive continuous improvement across site operations
What We’re Looking For:
  • 5+ years in data center, mission-critical or critical facilities operations
  • Experience leading technical engineering or facilities teams
  • Strong understanding of critical electrical and mechanical infrastructure
  • Experience with preventive maintenance and operational procedures
  • Knowledge of change control, MOPs, SOPs and EOPsStrong incident-management and problem-solving skills
  • Customer-facing experience
  • Electrical or mechanical licences are highly desirable
  • Comfortable working in a 24/7 operational environment
  • Package$150,000–$170,000 base salary
  • Annual performance bonus
  • Medical, dental and vision coverage 401(k) with company matchPTO and paid holidays
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Professional development and training
This would suit an experienced Chief Engineer, Critical Facilities Manager, Data Center Facilities Manager or Operations Manager looking to join a growing data center platform. If this sounds like your next move, apply via the link provided. Know someone who’d be a great fit? Please share this post with them. Critical Facilities Manager, Data Center Facilities Manager, Facilities Manager, Chief Engineer, Data Center Operations Manager, Critical Facilities Operations, Data Center Operations, Mission Critical, Critical Infrastructure, MEP, UPS, Generators, Switchgear, Chillers, BMS, EPMS, Preventive Maintenance, MOP, SOP, EOP, Change Control, Incident Management, OPEX, CAPEX
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Level

ManagerL7

Salary

$150,000–$170,000

Location

Evanston, IL

Occupation

Facilities Managers

Industry

Computer Facilities Management Services

Posted

6 days ago

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