Facilities Team Lead

Position Summary:

The Facilities Team Lead at Biomason will administer all building-related activities for Biomasons Headquarters and any future company facilities ensuring the efficient operation maintenance and continuous improvement of production laboratory and office sites. This role provides technical knowledge for internal facilities activities and coordination of external service providers to manage preventive and corrective maintenance regulatory compliance space planning and capital improvement projects. The Facilities Team Lead also oversees infrastructure utility systems vendor relationships leases and facility services to ensure safe clean and productive work environments. This position reports to the Senior Manager Procurement & Lab Operations.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Ensure building and facility equipment is fully operational well-maintained and available for use

• Support internal teams (Operations R&D and Administrative) with timely resolution of facility issues including workspace needs utilities and office equipment

• Oversee day-to-day operation maintenance and improvement of building systems including HVAC lighting electrical plumbing compressed air water treatment and security systems

• Serve as the primary point of contact for facility-related vendors and contractors (e.g. janitorial landscaping HVAC security waste removal and maintenance services)

• Manage building lease agreements and maintain an effective working relationship with the landlord

• Maintain daily facility operations by delegating or completing maintenance work orders and ensuring prompt resolution of issues

• Manage and maintain accurate records of critical spare parts supply inventory service schedules and contracts

• Establish and track facility KPIs (e.g. uptime cost savings energy efficiency improvements and capital project execution)

• Supervise and evaluate the quality of work performed by staff and contractors to ensure efficiency and compliance with standards

• Develop implement and manage predictive and preventive maintenance schedules for facilities infrastructure and equipment

• Prepare manage and forecast the facilities budget and facilities-related contracts and projects

• Maintain facility cleanliness orderliness and overall functionality

• Ensure compliance with all applicable safety standards policies and procedures and secure necessary permits

• Ensure service contracts are current competitive and aligned with operational requirements

• Lead facilities planning and execution for office lab and production areas including reconfigurations and relocations

• Support experimental systems and pilot-scale operations within R&D facilities

• Assist with large-scale precast element production including setup and operation of related equipment

• Prepare and handle materials for testing following proper procedures and safety protocols

• Collaborate with R&D leads to develop and document best practices in technical areas

• Provide hands-on assistance for experimental builds and project-specific troubleshooting
  
  

Education/ Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent; additional technical certifications or training is a plus

• 57 years of experience in Facilities Management preferably in laboratory or manufacturing environments

• Strong knowledge and hands-on experience with building systems and utilities including HVAC plumbing and electrical

• Advanced mechanical skills and ability to troubleshoot facility systems

• Familiarity with relevant safety environmental and building regulations (e.g. OSHA ADA local codes)

• Experience managing vendor relationships service contracts and capital projects

• Excellent organizational budgeting and project management skills

• Experience with concrete production or precast operations is a plus
  
  

Competencies:

• Excellent attention to detail and ability to multitask effectively

• Hands-on experience with hand power and shop tools

• Proficient in Google Workspace applications

• Experience in physically demanding hands-on work environments

• Highly organized proactive and flexible with a creative and persistent approach to problem-solving

• Strong collaboration skills and ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams

• People and project management experience

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to engage and support team members
  
  

Physical Demands:

• Remain stationary for long periods including standing or sitting

• Perform repetitive wrist motions

• Move around to accomplish tasks or travel between worksites

• Communicate effectively with others to exchange information

• Operate machinery and/or power tools

• Lift up to 50 lbs occasionally

• Stand walk climb ladders or stairs and work in mechanical or utility spaces
  
  

Work Conditions:

• Routinely works in office environments

• Routinely works in manufacturing lab or pilot-scale environments

• Occasionally exposed to excessive noise

• Often exposed to odors

• Frequently works on slippery or uneven surfaces

• Works around heavy objects or machinery

• Occasionally handles hazardous materials (e.g. oils corrosives petroleum products)

• Stands walks climbs ladders or stairs and works in mechanical or utility spaces

• Periodically exposed to outdoor weather noise heat/cold dust and industrial environments

• May be required to respond to off-hours facility emergencies if needed

Biomason is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to providing an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance completing the application process please contact