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Job Title

Assistant Facilities Manager

Job Description Summary

This position supports our client, Sony Interactive Entertainment, within the fast-paced and innovative video game and entertainment industry in Los Angeles. It plays a critical role in overseeing multiple sites across the LA region, maintaining day-to-day functionality, and ensuring seamless facility and studio operations.

The Assistant Facilities Manager is expected to demonstrate a proactive commitment to operational excellence, aligning daily responsibilities with the broader objectives of the client. This includes fostering a responsive and solutions-oriented approach to tenant needs, maintaining rigorous standards in environmental health and safety, and reinforcing quality assurance protocols. The role demands not only technical competence but also a composed, client-centric mindset—one that anticipates challenges and navigates them with precision and professionalism.

Job Description

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure the seamless execution of daily operations across the assigned facility or campus. This includes oversight of janitorial services, life-safety systems, engineering functions, site services, and general maintenance. All activities must align with Cushman & Wakefield policies and client mandates. Contracts are to be reviewed routinely, competitively bid as necessary, and invoices verified against contractual terms.

• Supervise all maintenance initiatives impacting the interior and exterior presentation and functionality of the property portfolio.

• Under the direction of the Facility Manager, respond with urgency and precision to service requests from building occupants. This includes maintenance, repairs, and cleaning, as well as the implementation of contractual programs designed to resolve recurring issues.

• Compile and maintain comprehensive documentation and reporting, ensuring accuracy and timeliness. This includes, but is not limited to: Property Information Book, Site Operating Manual, Emergency Procedures Manual, IIPP Manual, Compliance Logs (Local Code, ADA, OSHA), Safety Meeting Log, Elevator Logs, Janitorial Log, Purchase Order Log, Vendor COIs, As-Built Drawings, Paid Invoice Files, General and Contract Files, Annual Property Condition Reports, and Year-End Performance Reports.

• Prepare and manage budgets, financial statements (monthly and quarterly), contracts, expenditures, and purchase orders as directed.

• Support the development of capital budgets, contributing to a five-year strategic plan encompassing maintenance, facility enhancements, and cost optimization initiatives.

• Collect, analyze, and synthesize statistical data to provide a current and accurate assessment of facility performance against management objectives.

• Maintain fluency in the terms and obligations of the management contract, vendor agreements, and all other facility-related contracts.

• Monitor tenant and vendor compliance with insurance requirements and coordinate claims management as needed.

• Conduct proactive inspections of the facility, including systems, rooms, and common areas, and report findings to the Facility Manager with actionable recommendations.

KEY COMPETENCIES

Communication Proficiency (oral and written) Technical Proficiency Problem Solving and Analytical Acumen Leadership and Influence Team Collaboration Relationship Management Financial Stewardship

REQUIRED EDUCATION

• Associate’s degree in Facilities Management, Building Operations, Business, or a related discipline is required.

• Bachelor’s degree is preferred.

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in commercial or industrial real estate, with a focus on facility management.

• Demonstrated expertise in maintenance, construction, engineering, and comprehensive property operations.

• Experience with CMMS/Work Order Management systems is preferred.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Industry certifications such as Certified Facility Manager (CFM), IFMA, or BOMA credentials are strongly recommended.

• Ability to interpret construction specifications and architectural blueprints.

• Proficiency in contract language and management agreements.

• Skilled in Building Management Systems (BMS) operation and monitoring.

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

• Strong financial acumen, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial tracking.

• Familiarity with financial systems such as Yardi is a plus.

AAP/EEO STATEMENT

C&W provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Further, the company takes affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed and employees during employment are treated without regard to any of these characteristics. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.

Cushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life, and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidate’s experience and qualifications.

The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role.

The compensation for the position is: $45.00 - $46.50

Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman & Wakefield, please call the ADA line at **1-888-365-5406** or email **[email protected]** . Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.

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