Censeo Consulting Group
Facilities Management Specialist - Department of State
Censeo Consulting Group, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Facilities Management Specialist - Department of State
The Position:
We are looking for eager, driven candidates with experience in people management, communication, facilitation, problem-solving, and analysis to guide our teams in developing impactful solutions for our Federal clients at the Department of State. The Facilities Management Specialist is responsible for overseeing and managing the physical facilities of a Department of State facility. This position requires a strong understanding of building operations, maintenance, and safety regulations. The successful candidate will ensure the facility is well-maintained, secure, and compliant with all relevant standards. Some of your key responsibilities will include:
Facility Maintenance:
Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs for building systems, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and fire safety systems. Oversee the repair and maintenance of facility infrastructure, equipment, and furnishings. Coordinate with contractors and vendors to ensure timely and cost-effective maintenance services. Facility Operations:
Manage daily facility operations, including cleaning, security, and waste disposal. Monitor energy consumption and implement energy-saving measures to reduce costs and environmental impact. Ensure compliance with building codes, safety regulations, and environmental standards. Space Planning and Utilization:
Conduct space assessments to identify space needs and optimize utilization. Develop space plans and layouts to accommodate changing organizational requirements. Coordinate with departments to address space allocation and relocation needs. Emergency Preparedness:
Develop and implement emergency response plans, including fire safety, evacuation procedures, and security protocols. Conduct regular drills and training sessions to ensure staff readiness. Coordinate with local emergency services to maintain a strong working relationship. Budget Management:
Develop and manage the facility's budget, including capital improvement projects and operational expenses. Monitor expenditures and identify cost-saving opportunities. The Ideal Candidate: At Censeo, we are looking for unique candidates whose passion and enthusiasm will help shape Censeo’s client insights and workplace culture. Our staff have a wide range of backgrounds, areas of expertise, personality types, and favorite breakfast foods. Our client and cultural successes are rooted in our team’s innovation, creative problem solving, and collaboration. The unique perspective that you bring and the way you tackle problems are much more important to us than what’s printed on your diploma. Some of the core qualifications for the role include:
Required: Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, Project Management, Business Administration, or a related field. Minimum of 5 years of experience in facilities management, preferably in a government setting. Strong understanding of building codes, safety regulations, and environmental standards. Knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and fire safety systems. Experience with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS). Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills. Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize work. Preferred:
Experience working with the Department of State. Certification in Facilities Management (e.g., CFM). Knowledge of sustainable building practices and LEED certification. The Company: Censeo Consulting Group is a top Washington D.C. based management consulting firm dedicated to helping public sector and non-profit clients build operational excellence, deliver better outcomes, and lower costs. We take a personalized approach to strategic consulting to solve our clients’ most complex problems and build operational excellence that transforms their organizations, allowing them to better deliver on their public and social missions. At Censeo, our award-winning culture means you’ll join a tight-knit community of 95 brilliant and passionate colleagues. We are advocates for a better functioning public sector, and we’re also good friends who know the names of each other’s dogs. Our philosophy is horizontal, not hierarchical, and our open-door policy encourages a culture of entrepreneurship at all levels. We share successes, make decisions together, and foster an environment for those with passion and initiative to lead. Our colleagues bring their own unique personalities to work every day and use them to help shape our growing firm in ways that reach far beyond client projects. The Location: Censeo Consulting Group is based in Washington D.C., a fantastic city for working professionals. We work in a hybrid setting with flexibility to work from home and work in our office conveniently located in the heart of downtown, just a few blocks away from the White House. And with many of our clients also based in D.C., we have the luxury of leaving for a meeting and being back in the office in time for post-work happy hours, team dinners, and game nights.
The Fine Print: The salary range for this role is $70,000 - $110,000 depending on experience. Expected travel 0-10%; may increase based on business needs. This is an exempt, full-time position. This role is subject to a hybrid work schedule in Washington D.C. and will include a minimum of 3 days on client site each week. Essential Physical Functions: Sitting: Particularly for sustained periods of time. Light Carrying: Physically transporting items weighing less than 15 pounds from one location to another. Censeo offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including paid vacation and sick leave, flexible and remote work opportunities, and tuition and training reimbursement. More information on our benefits and perks can be found at
Censeo Consulting .
Censeo is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal opportunity to all applicants and employees in full compliance with all applicable state and federal laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, gender, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other class protected by applicable state or federal law.
Join Our Award-Winning Culture! Our passion wins awards. But don’t just take it from us… 2024 Vault #41 Consulting 50 North America 2024 Vault #7 Best Consulting Firm for Hours in the Office 2023 Vault #9 Best Consulting Firm for Work/Life Balance 2023 Vault #23 Best Consulting Firm for Overall Diversity 2023 Management Consulted #3 Best Boutique Firms in Washington DC 2022 Vault #41 Best Overall Consulting Firm to Work For 2020 Vault #21 Best Boutique Consulting Firm 2019 Ivy Exec #7 Best Boutique Consulting Firm 2018 Consulting Magazine Best Small Firms to Work For 2017 Vault #12 Best Boutique Consulting Firm 2016 Forbes Best Management Consulting Firms in America 2015 Washington Business Journal’s Philanthropy List
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Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs for building systems, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and fire safety systems. Oversee the repair and maintenance of facility infrastructure, equipment, and furnishings. Coordinate with contractors and vendors to ensure timely and cost-effective maintenance services. Facility Operations:
Manage daily facility operations, including cleaning, security, and waste disposal. Monitor energy consumption and implement energy-saving measures to reduce costs and environmental impact. Ensure compliance with building codes, safety regulations, and environmental standards. Space Planning and Utilization:
Conduct space assessments to identify space needs and optimize utilization. Develop space plans and layouts to accommodate changing organizational requirements. Coordinate with departments to address space allocation and relocation needs. Emergency Preparedness:
Develop and implement emergency response plans, including fire safety, evacuation procedures, and security protocols. Conduct regular drills and training sessions to ensure staff readiness. Coordinate with local emergency services to maintain a strong working relationship. Budget Management:
Develop and manage the facility's budget, including capital improvement projects and operational expenses. Monitor expenditures and identify cost-saving opportunities. The Ideal Candidate: At Censeo, we are looking for unique candidates whose passion and enthusiasm will help shape Censeo’s client insights and workplace culture. Our staff have a wide range of backgrounds, areas of expertise, personality types, and favorite breakfast foods. Our client and cultural successes are rooted in our team’s innovation, creative problem solving, and collaboration. The unique perspective that you bring and the way you tackle problems are much more important to us than what’s printed on your diploma. Some of the core qualifications for the role include:
Required: Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, Project Management, Business Administration, or a related field. Minimum of 5 years of experience in facilities management, preferably in a government setting. Strong understanding of building codes, safety regulations, and environmental standards. Knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and fire safety systems. Experience with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS). Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills. Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize work. Preferred:
Experience working with the Department of State. Certification in Facilities Management (e.g., CFM). Knowledge of sustainable building practices and LEED certification. The Company: Censeo Consulting Group is a top Washington D.C. based management consulting firm dedicated to helping public sector and non-profit clients build operational excellence, deliver better outcomes, and lower costs. We take a personalized approach to strategic consulting to solve our clients’ most complex problems and build operational excellence that transforms their organizations, allowing them to better deliver on their public and social missions. At Censeo, our award-winning culture means you’ll join a tight-knit community of 95 brilliant and passionate colleagues. We are advocates for a better functioning public sector, and we’re also good friends who know the names of each other’s dogs. Our philosophy is horizontal, not hierarchical, and our open-door policy encourages a culture of entrepreneurship at all levels. We share successes, make decisions together, and foster an environment for those with passion and initiative to lead. Our colleagues bring their own unique personalities to work every day and use them to help shape our growing firm in ways that reach far beyond client projects. The Location: Censeo Consulting Group is based in Washington D.C., a fantastic city for working professionals. We work in a hybrid setting with flexibility to work from home and work in our office conveniently located in the heart of downtown, just a few blocks away from the White House. And with many of our clients also based in D.C., we have the luxury of leaving for a meeting and being back in the office in time for post-work happy hours, team dinners, and game nights.
The Fine Print: The salary range for this role is $70,000 - $110,000 depending on experience. Expected travel 0-10%; may increase based on business needs. This is an exempt, full-time position. This role is subject to a hybrid work schedule in Washington D.C. and will include a minimum of 3 days on client site each week. Essential Physical Functions: Sitting: Particularly for sustained periods of time. Light Carrying: Physically transporting items weighing less than 15 pounds from one location to another. Censeo offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including paid vacation and sick leave, flexible and remote work opportunities, and tuition and training reimbursement. More information on our benefits and perks can be found at
Censeo Consulting .
Censeo is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal opportunity to all applicants and employees in full compliance with all applicable state and federal laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, gender, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other class protected by applicable state or federal law.
Join Our Award-Winning Culture! Our passion wins awards. But don’t just take it from us… 2024 Vault #41 Consulting 50 North America 2024 Vault #7 Best Consulting Firm for Hours in the Office 2023 Vault #9 Best Consulting Firm for Work/Life Balance 2023 Vault #23 Best Consulting Firm for Overall Diversity 2023 Management Consulted #3 Best Boutique Firms in Washington DC 2022 Vault #41 Best Overall Consulting Firm to Work For 2020 Vault #21 Best Boutique Consulting Firm 2019 Ivy Exec #7 Best Boutique Consulting Firm 2018 Consulting Magazine Best Small Firms to Work For 2017 Vault #12 Best Boutique Consulting Firm 2016 Forbes Best Management Consulting Firms in America 2015 Washington Business Journal’s Philanthropy List
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