AMPERA INC
Facilities Manager
Full Time • Palm Beach Gardens
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Donation matching
- Employee discounts
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
- Wellness resources
Title: Facilities Manager
Location: On-Site
Reports To: Director, FP&A and Operations Finance
Reports To: Director, FP&A and Operations Finance
Position Summary
The Facilities Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily operations, maintenance, and improvement of Ampera’s office and R&D facilities. This role ensures that facility systems, contractors, safety requirements, and infrastructure projects are managed effectively, on schedule, and within budget.
The ideal candidate is proactive, highly organized, technically knowledgeable, and capable of managing multiple vendors and projects simultaneously in a regulated, engineering-driven environment.
Essential Responsibilities
Facility Operations & Maintenance
- Oversee daily operations of various buildings including office and R&D spaces.
- Coordinate and supervise contractors for painting, electrical, janitorial, carpet installation, and other facility services.
- Manage electrical work, lighting upgrades, and related repairs.
- Identify facility repair needs and manage corrective actions.
- Ensure proper maintenance of lighting, HVAC, plumbing, and building systems.
- Establish and manage waste management and other facility service vendors.
Vendor & Contractor Management
- Obtain quotes for facility services and equipment purchases.
- Review proposals and provide recommendations for leadership approval.
- Schedule contractor work and ensure projects are completed on time and within scope.
- Monitor contractor performance and compliance with service agreements.
- Serve as a primary point of contact for building management and vendor communications.
Leasehold Improvements & Budget Tracking
- Track facility improvement projects and related expenses.
- Maintain documentation related to building improvements and landlord agreements.
- Coordinate with Finance to support capital expenditure tracking and accounts payable processes.
Space Planning & Infrastructure
- Coordinate procurement and installation of facility equipment and infrastructure.
- Support building layout updates and space planning initiatives.
- Assist with office and R&D space optimization as the organization grows.
- Coordinate facility projects such as painting and workspace modifications.
Cleaning & Facility Services
- Evaluate janitorial service providers and facility maintenance vendors.
- Ensure cleaning and maintenance standards support both office and R&D environments.
- Manage service schedules and vendor performance.
Communication & Reporting
- Communicate scheduled facility work and building updates to employees.
- Maintain documentation related to vendor agreements and service contracts.
- Provide updates to leadership regarding facility projects and improvements.
- Collaborate with Finance regarding vendor invoices and documentation.
Safety & Compliance
- Ensure facility operations comply with applicable safety and operational standards.
- Coordinate repairs and improvements with attention to workplace safety.
- Maintain organized records related to building systems and facility improvements.
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Facilities Management, Construction Management, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- 5+ years of facilities or property management experience.
- Experience managing contractors and service vendors.
- Strong budgeting and expense tracking experience.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
- Strong organizational and project management skills.
Preferred
- Experience managing R&D, laboratory, or industrial facilities.
- Familiarity with leasehold improvements and landlord coordination.
- Working knowledge of CAD software or experience coordinating building layouts.
- Experience in engineering-driven or regulated environments.
- Knowledge of building codes and safety compliance standards.
- Experience supporting high-growth or startup environments.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish).
Key Competencies
- Project management
- Vendor negotiation
- Budget oversight
- Attention to detail
- Proactive problem-solving
- Cross-functional communication
- Time management in multi-project environments
Physical Requirements
- Ability to walk facilities regularly, including warehouse and R&D areas.
- Ability to lift up to 30 pounds occasionally.
- Ability to stand, bend, and move throughout facilities during inspections.
- Ability to work in both office and light industrial environments.
- Occasional weekend or after-hours availability for contractor supervision or urgent facility issues.
Work Environment
This role operates in a professional office and research and development environment. The position requires frequent interaction with contractors, engineers, leadership, and finance personnel. The Facilities Manager must be comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-paced advanced technology environment.
What We Offer
What We Offer
- Competitive salary
- Comprehensive benefits package including healthcare, dental, vision, STD, LTD, Life/AD&D and 401(k).
- Opportunity to pioneer advanced nuclear fuel technologies driving the next generation of clean energy.
- Collaborative, mission-driven environment that fosters technical excellence and innovation.
- Career advancement potential as AMPERA expands its fuel development and reactor manufacturing programs.
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