Facilities Manager III

We are seeking a strategic and operationally driven Facilities Manager III to oversee facility maintenance and asset management strategy across national portfolio of automotive dealerships. This role is responsible for optimizing building systems, driving vendor performance, and implementing preventive maintenance programs that ensure operational uptime, regulatory compliance, and long-term cost efficiency.
This individual brings deep facilities expertise, a process-driven mindset, and the ability to scale best practices across diverse geographies. This position plays a critical role in the strategic planning, budgeting, and execution of national maintenance programs and partners closely with corporate stakeholders and field teams to elevate facilities performance enterprise wide.
Partner with the Senior Director of Construction & Facilities to support long-term capital planning and lifecycle management of facility systems, including the development of a 3-5 year rolling Cap Ex plan for system replacements and upgrades.
The Facilities Manager III serves as the team leader for the Facilities Department, providing strategic and operational direction while guiding team members in the execution of departmental initiatives and ensuring all facilities are maintained to Asbury standards.
Duties/Responsibilities
Strategic Maintenance & Asset Management

Lead the development and execution of a national preventive maintenance (PM) program covering all dealership facilities
Ensure proactive upkeep of critical systems including HVAC, vehicle lifts, car wash systems, compressors, lighting, and energy infrastructure
Oversee building and site maintenance, including, roofing systems, exterior façades and structural elements, paving and parking lot conditions, signage, canopies, and drainage
Implement strategies to reduce emergency repairs through lifecycle planning, early detection, and vendor accountability
Optimize use of a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to manage work orders, asset tracking, and facility condition data
Develop and maintain reporting dashboards to monitor PM compliance, vendor performance, and Cap Ex forecasting

Vendor & Contract Management

Build and oversee a preferred vendor network by asset class (e.g., paving, roofing, landscaping, HVAC)
Negotiate and enforce regional and national service contracts to ensure cost efficiency, safety compliance, and consistent service delivery
Manage vendor KPIs and drive consolidation of fragmented contracts into scalable service models

Facilities Governance & Store Support

Establish a standardized Facilities Handbook and SOP library to guide dealership teams on reporting protocols, repair thresholds, and escalation procedures
Serve as a point of contact for day-to-day support, balancing local autonomy with enterprise-level consistency
Ensure all facilities comply with federal, state, and local regulations, including building codes, ADA, and environmental standards

Data, Reporting & Compliance

Track and analyze facility performance metrics (e.g., cost per rooftop, maintenance backlog, repair turnaround)
Provide strategic reporting to senior leadership on asset risk, capital needs, and regional performance
Conduct routine site audits and condition assessments, using findings to inform Cap Ex prioritization and budget planning

Other Responsibilities

Support cross-functional initiatives aligned with company goals and organizational mission

Education & Experience

Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field
Industry certifications: FMP, CFM, or PMP
Minimum 5-7+ years of managing senior-level or multi-site oversight, experience managing large teams and vendors, ideally in automotive, retail, or logistics environments - Familiarity with OEM facility requirements a plus
Demonstrated experience leading nationwide preventive maintenance programs and vendor management
Strong understanding of building systems (HVAC, roofing, lifts, fire suppression, electrical, etc.)
Experience implementing or managing a CMMS platform across multiple locations
Exceptional communication, negotiation, and organizational skills
Ability to travel nationally (25-40%) as needed

Pay and Recognition:

Weekly pay
Paid holidays & paid time off
Deferred Holiday Pay Match
Paid training
Stock Awards (select management and front-line team member's eligible)

Insurance / Retirement:

Insurance: medical, vision, dental, accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity plans
Up to 12 weeks paid pregnancy leave (disability leave)
Paid Parental Leave
Health savings
Flex spending accounts (tax free)
Short-term and Long-term disability plans
Life Insurance (Whole Life and Term)
401k with company match

Learning, Tuition Assistance and Career Development:

Digital career path tool to assist with career development
Continuous training through Asbury's Internal Learning Management System

Professional growth and development opportunities Additional advantages:

Student loan relief resources
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