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Cushman & Wakefield

Senior Data Center Facility Manager

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Cushman & Wakefield

A global commercial real‑estate firm delivering services from leasing to asset and facilities management.

Oversee multiple facilities, staff, budgets, contracts, and client relations.
17 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Louisville, KY
Onsite
Company Size
52,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Advisory & Transaction Services
Capital Markets
Corporate Solutions
Facilities Management
Global Occupier Services
Investment Management
Project & Development Services
Valuation & Advisory
Sector Specialisms
Industrial
Logistics
Public Sector
Rail
Healthcare
Hospitality
Office
Investor
Role

Description

data reporting
contract management
service delivery
operations oversight
budget planning
innovation
  • Coordinate the collection, analysis and reporting by the facility management team of statistical data and analysis to provide accurate and current assessment of facility management objectives, work order productivity, cost savings and improvements. Review work order metrics and system to identify service gaps and recurring issues and provide corrective actions
  • Ensure facility management staff implements ongoing contract review programs to constantly assess client, tenant and occupant needs and to assure problems are being solved promptly and to the mutual benefit of the tenant, owner and the properties
  • Ensure that facility management staff consistently provides positive and prompt response to requests from the client and building tenants/occupants
  • Manage service contracts cost effectively. Responsible for all aspects of service delivery pursuant to these contracts, responsible for periodic and ongoing performance and financial review, conducting RFP’s, and assuring payments and invoicing match contract pricing. Initiate audit & control systems to ensure statutory, policy and contractual commitments are met
  • Oversee day-to-day operations of facilities, high rise or campus ensuring that all services are effectively delivered and facility needs are met including custodial, life-safety, engineering and general maintenance. Ensure that staff implements and provides these services in a manner consistent with C&W policies and ownership directives
  • Ensure that facility management staff require all tenants and vendors comply with insurance requirements and coordinate all claims as required
  • Manage and drive customer focus within all areas of operational activities and ensure that effective relationships are maintained with key client contacts
  • Lead the facility management team in the supervision of maintenance programs relating to the interior and exterior conditions and appearance and operation of the facilities
  • Prepare and deliver consolidated reporting and reviews of all budgets, financial reports (monthly and quarterly), contracts, expenditures and purchase orders related to the facility(s) or complex
  • Approve all positions and direct the hiring, training and motivational activities of the facility management staff. Responsible for effective and proactive employee relations with all site staff. Conduct and approve all performance evaluations of facility management staff
  • Assist in development of capital budgets for the property. This includes contributions towards a five- year plan of maintenance, facility improvement and cost reduction initiatives
  • Develop, prepare and explain the annual facility budget, quarterly forecasts, and business plans
  • Drive innovation through the development of best practices, operational and service efficiency as well as the identification of industry trends and tools that would contribute to our operational excellence goals

Requirements

cmms
bachelors
facility management
technical proficiency
problem solving
communication
  • Experience with critical system environments preferred
  • Communication Proficiency (oral and written)
  • Experience in leasing, construction, engineering and all facets of property operation and building management
  • Minimum of 8-10 years of facility management experience with at least 3 years at the level of Facility Manager
  • Experience with human resource and performance management processes
  • Bachelors degree in Facilities Management, Corporate Real Estate, Project Management or Business Administration required
  • CMMS/Work Order Management experience preferred
  • Problem Solving/Analysis
  • Technical Proficiency

Benefits

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Training + Development

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Interview process

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Company

Overview

Founded in 1917
Year of establishment
The company was established in 1917, marking over a century of operation in the commercial real-estate services sector.
$9.5B in Revenue
Annual revenue generated in 2023
In 2023, the company generated over $9.5 billion in revenue, reflecting its significant presence in the global market.
$191B in Deals
Total transaction volume in 2023
The company facilitated over $191 billion in deals in 2023, showcasing its substantial influence in the real-estate market.
4.3B sq ft Managed
Global commercial space managed
The company manages over 4.3 billion square feet of commercial space worldwide, highlighting its extensive portfolio.
  • With operations across ~400 offices in 60+ countries, it bridges global scale with deep local market insight.
  • Typical projects range from agency leasing and capital-markets advisory to project development and integrated facilities management.
  • The firm specializes across sectors including data centers, industrial/logistics, life sciences, retail, government, and healthcare.
  • A standout fact: it advises marquee assets like ports, rail hubs, and sports venues.

Culture + Values

  • Driven – We celebrate determination. Our intrinsic motivation, proactiveness, and service attitude outperform expectations for our colleagues, clients, and communities.
  • Resilient – We tackle challenges with grit. We navigate uncertainty with courage and adapt to deliver impactful outcomes.
  • Inclusive – We value curiosity and collaboration. We seek out different perspectives, listen actively and turn feedback into solutions.
  • Visionary – We foster forward thinking. Our continuous quest for improvement is guided by our desire to design a better future for our colleagues, clients and communities.
  • Entrepreneurial – We act like owners. We are resourceful, creative, and agile, and we balance competing needs to create impactful solutions for the real estate industry.

Environment + Sustainability

43% Drop
Emissions Reduction
Achieved a significant reduction in total Scope 1 & 2 emissions since 2019.
68% Reduction
Office Emissions Efficiency
Improved energy efficiency in offices, reducing emissions per thousand sq ft since 2019.
50% Target
GHG Emission Reduction
Committed to reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 market-based GHG emissions by 2030.
100% Renewable
Corporate Electricity
Aiming to source all electricity for corporate offices from renewable sources by 2030.
  • Science-based targets approved by SBTi to reach net zero emissions across the entire value chain by 2050.
  • Partnering with clients to set science-based targets by 2025.
  • 52% reduction in entire value chain emissions since 2019.
  • Electrify vehicle fleet globally by 2035.
  • Waste reduction and recycling programs implemented globally by end-2024.
  • Single-use plastics eliminated from offices by end-2025.

Inclusion & Diversity

1,400 Veterans Hired
Military & Veteran Program
The program has successfully integrated over 1,400 veterans into the workforce as part of its commitment to supporting military talent.
1,400+ Veterans
Veteran Employment Initiative
Over 1,400 veterans have been hired through the company's dedicated Military & Veteran Program, reflecting its strong commitment to military talent.
  • Nine Employee Resource Groups active (e.g., Women’s Integrated Network, LGBTQ+ Integrated Network, Veterans, Parents & Caregivers Together).
  • Employee Resource Groups contribute to measurable inclusion via professional development, community engagement, recruitment and cultural observances.
  • Aiming to elevate women's representation—no specific percentage disclosed.
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