Facilities Manager - East Lansing Area

Facilities Manager | East Lansing, MI

Salary Range: $89,000 - $135,000 depending on experience

Are you a meticulous professional with a passion for excelling in facilities manager? The Pivot Group is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We are collaborating with companies in East Lansing seeking experienced Facilities Managers.

The Opportunity

We are working with companies in East Lansing that are adding Facilities Managers to their teams. These organizations value quality over speed in hiring. By connecting with us, you position yourself for opportunities that align with what you're looking for.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive preventative and reactive maintenance programs for all facility infrastructure and production equipment.
• Manage the facilities budget, overseeing operational expenses, capital expenditures, and procurement for services and equipment.
• Ensure strict compliance with all environmental, health, and safety (EHS) regulations, building codes, and industry standards.
• Oversee contractor and vendor relationships, negotiating service agreements and monitoring performance for facilities-related services.
• Lead and manage facilities-related projects, including renovations, expansions, and new equipment installations, from inception to completion.
• Implement strategies for energy efficiency, utility management, and sustainable waste reduction across the manufacturing plant.
• Develop and maintain robust emergency preparedness and business continuity plans for the manufacturing site.

Recommended Qualifications

• Minimum 5-7 years of progressive experience in facilities management, with a significant portion in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related technical field.
• Strong technical knowledge of industrial HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and building automation systems.
• In-depth understanding of OSHA regulations, environmental compliance, and building codes relevant to manufacturing facilities.
• Proven ability to manage budgets, negotiate vendor contracts, and lead facility-related projects.

Bonus Qualifications

• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification.
• Experience with Building Automation Systems (BAS) optimization.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• OSHA 30-hour General Industry certification.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Facilities Manager, Building Manager, Property Manager, Workplace Manager, Operations Manager, Maintenance Manager, Facilities Coordinator, Facilities Director, Building Operations Manager, Site Facilities Manager

Why Pivot Group

The Pivot Group was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out. The Pivot Group offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.