Associate Facilities Manager

Sweetgreen is looking for an experienced Facilities Manager to oversee the Facilities support function within the West region. This individual develops the Facilities staff and ensures that our restaurants are receiving preventative maintenance, repair services, and remodeling assistance in a timely, cost- effective and efficient manner. Forecasts and manages Facilities maintenance budgets and oversees quality control within the region. Works closely with Operations Leadership to communicate and enhance the support provided by the Facilities maintenance function. This position is based in LA and reports to the Sr Facilities Manager.

We are looking for a team player that understands how to work closely with Operations Leadership to communicate and enhance the support provided by the facilities maintenance function.

Regional Management 

• Execute capital re-investment projects from implementation through completion 
• Develop and manage Facilities budgets utilizing site surveys, Service Channel data, and Operations feedback.
• Provide project status updates weekly to keep current projects on track. 
• Contracts and manages all regional vendors for PM + Service 
• Support NROs by leading turnover & 10 month warranty walks 
• Conduct annual location audits with Ops leadership in the market to ensure condition of all building systems and assets and gather information that will support the recommendations for capital improvements 
• Train operation teams on programs and repair & maintenance work performed in our restaurants to help quality control work and cost. 
• Participate in monthly/quarterly conference calls with Operations/Store Dev Leadership to discuss issues, concerns, or other pertinent project considerations

Desired Traits:

Personal:

• Personal characteristics reflective of sweetgreen: self-motivated, positive, service-oriented, flexible, fun-loving, and ethical with a high degree of integrity. 
• The maturity to embrace ambiguity and ability to adapt according to the market and the continuing innovation at sweetgreen.
• Ability to travel for up to 75% of work schedule.

Education/Training

• 5-10 years of experience in Facilities maintenance or related field A./B.S. in relevant field or an equivalent in education and experience Certification in facilities management through International Facilities Management Association or other organization preferred.

Knowledge/Skills

• Working knowledge of and the ability to use a PC as well as Microsoft Office Suite, Google Suite. 
• Working knowledge of and the ability to use Service Channel or similar facilities management software preferred. 
• Working knowledge of service and maintenance costs. 
• Knowledge of rules and regulations governing facilities safety requirements. 
• Knowledge of FFE purchasing on a national level. Aptitude for prioritizing multiple projects.

What you'll get:

• Highly competitive pay + bonus plan
• Three different medical plans to suit your and your family's needs
• Dental and Vision insurance
• Flexible PTO plan
• 401k program
• Employee HSA and FSA
• Complimentary greens
• An opportunity to make a real impact on the people around you, both by growing them and by connecting them to real food
• To live the sweetlife and celebrate your passion + purpose
• A collaborative team of people who live our core values and have your back
• A clear career path with opportunities for development, both personally and professionally
• Free sweetgreen swag

Come join the sweetlife!

About sweetgreen

Sweetgreen is a national restaurant brand dedicated to building healthier communities by connecting people to real food. Since 2007, Sweetgreen has reimagined fast food to be fresh, flavorful, and rooted in relationships with farmers and communities. As we grow, we are committed to developing our people in our restaurants and at our support center, so that everyone can be part of the movement. When you join Sweetgreen, you not only invest in your own future but help create spaces where food, people, and purpose come together