Associate Manager, Facilities & EHS

L3Harris is seeking a Facilities Associate Manager with Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) experience. The successful Facilities Associate Manager will be responsible for ensuring that all company facilities are in excellent operational condition. This role involves overseeing the maintenance team, managing maintenance schedules, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. As for EHS, the successful candidate will support site objectives, with wide-ranging knowledge of environmental, health, safety, and sustainability programs and regulations.

Essential Functions:

• Responsible for managing on-site facilities staff, supporting contractors and service providers.
• Oversee interior space planning/allocations, furniture and equipment layouts, communication services and networking requirements, construction management, maintenance and operations of all company facilities and grounds.
• Develops, manages, and tracks facilities capital and operating expense budgets, establishes long-range facilities strategic plans in support of business goals.
• Ensures compliance with building codes, guidelines, and regulations.
• Responsible for preventative, routine, and emergency repair and maintenance of all facilities and facilities support equipment.
• Maintain and utilize a facilities maintenance management and work order systems.
• Inspect facilities and evaluate HVAC, electrical, lighting systems, etc., for size, condition, and suitability for building operations & occupancy.
• Coordinate work of contractors and interface with external government agencies on facilities matters.
• Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations and maintain a safe work environment.
• Develop and manage the facilities maintenance budget, including cost projections and analysis.
• Lead, train, and supervise the maintenance team, setting clear goals and expectations.
• Respond to emergency situations or breakdowns and coordinate rapid and effective solutions.
• Implement energy-saving initiatives and sustainability practices within facility operations.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance work, inspections, and compliance activities.
• Collaborate with other departments to support company-wide operations and events.

EHS:

• Participate actively with cross-functional teams to establish policies and directions to achieve targets and objectives within the EHS program.
• Lead the investigation of occupational injuries and illness. Fulfill OSHA recordkeeping requirements. Work with HR on occupational case management and restricted duty assignments.
• Develop and monitor EHS programs and policies, ensuring compliance with regulations and standardization with Corporate EHS policies.
• Work with stakeholders to meet EHS and regulatory requirements during facility expansions and renovations.
• Maintain chemical inventory and approve new chemicals prior to arrival onsite.
• Lead monthly EHS compliance audits, document results, disseminate to personnel, and track findings to closure.
• Manage Environmental, Health, and Safety documentation, ensuring records are properly maintained and available as needed.
• Develop and provide EHS training and communications to fulfill regulatory requirements and foster a safety culture.
• Ability to work in multiple locations, including offices, laboratories, and outdoor testing areas.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 6 years prior relevant experience, or a Graduate Degree with a minimum of 4 years of related experience. In lieu of a degree, 10 years of prior related experience.
• 4+ years managing on-site facilities staff and supporting contractors and service providers.
• Comprehensive knowledge in a specific technical or professional discipline.
• 4+ years of experience in the Environmental Health & Safety function within an organization.
• Must be a US Citizen. Active Clearance if required.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Ability to lead and manage projects and teams.
• Skill in developing and implementing facility plans that align with organizational objectives.
• Understanding of building systems, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and maintenance procedures.
• Decisive problem-solving abilities.
• Skills in budgeting, forecasting, and managing operational costs.
• Effective communication skills with employees, contractors, and vendors.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects.
• Focus on delivering high-quality service.
• Skills in negotiating contracts and managing vendor relationships.
• Familiarity with health, safety, and environmental regulations and standards.
• Experience overseeing construction, renovation, or relocation projects.

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role is $82,500.00 MIN - $153,000.00 MAX. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3Harris offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays.