Babson Diagnostics is a science-first healthcare technology company reimagining the entire diagnostic blood testing experience. Our mission is to make routine blood testing less invasive, more convenient, and affordable, empowering people to take charge of their health. Babson is preparing for the commercial launch of BetterWay® blood testing, medically accurate blood testing available in convenient retail pharmacies and other accessible care settings that requires only one-tenth the sample volume of traditional methods collected from the finger. We believe a better experience at convenient locations, with easy-to-understand results, will inspire people to get the care they need, when they need it.
Leading through our values, we are a determined group of Caring Visionaries, and our focus is simple and impactful – let’s make health easier for everyone.
Description
The Regional Manager, Facilities is responsible for maintenance of the company’s Texas-based facilities, including the company lab and headquarters facility in Austin, TX and depot facilities in other Texas cities. These facilities include office space, a clinical laboratory, and warehouses. This position requires a strong focus on customer service and the ability to develop & maintain effective working relationships with regulatory agencies, vendors, contractors and employees to ensure fast, quality completion of a wide range of projects.
Qualifications
- BA/BA in Engineering, Facilities management or related field required.
- Certification in facilities management is a plus.
- 10+ years of progressive facilities management - preferably in Life Science and/or Laboratory Facilities properties including validation and maintenance of biomedical equipment.
- Proven experience with sustainability & energy conservation programs in commercial or institution buildings required - with LEED accreditation is desired.
- Experience through technical education and hands-on-experience in the following disciplines:
- HVAC design and engineering
- Electrical design and engineering
- Plumbing design and engineering
- Refrigeration equipment
- Experience with other building support systems (i.e., fire/safety systems and security).
- Experience managing 24/7 operations with engineering and maintenance staff is a plus.
- Very good leadership & managerial skills with a desire to train and supervise.
- Computer literate including proficiency with Microsoft Office, AutoCad and maintenance management systems.
- Ability to read and understand building plans and specifications.
- Ability to read and understand lease and contractor agreements.
- Knowledge and understanding of financial terms and principles relating to facilities management and real estate.
- Experience forecasting and preparing budgets and reports summarizing financial, operating & capital performance data.
- Strong organizational skills and detailed orientation.
Responsibilities
- Lead role in managing the company’s existing Lab and future Texas-based depot facilities. Includes maintaining the performance and maintenance of all facilities and support equipment, including but not limited to HVAC, refrigerators, freezers, water systems, security, and material handling equipment.
- Provide a very high level of troubleshooting, diagnoses and repair which includes, but not limited to, temperature charts, solution piping, mixers, water system etc.
- Provide service on an emergency basis, weekends, facilities shutdowns, and after hours is required to provide system and equipment up time.
- Supervise Facilities Technicians.
- Lead role for company safety program.
- Support role for acquisition of the company’s future Texas-based depot facilities.
- Managing third-party vendors and contractors on numerous facilities projects.
- Ensuring the completion of all maintenance work in accordance with established standards and Federal, State, and Local laws and regulations.
- Managing, operating, and reporting the financial status and capital expenditure activity of each facility and all projects.
- Reviewing and approving maintenance, engineering and utility invoices for cost, allocation, account coding, amount & completion, and construction work.
- Other duties as assigned by manager.
Physically, the day-to-day functions of the role require:
- Standing and/or sitting for extended periods of time.
- Occasionally lifting and carrying items weighing up to 40 lbs.
- A normal range of vision and hearing (inclusive of candidates using corrective measures such as glasses or hearing aids).
- Occasional repetitive motions.
- Collection of blood samples.
Babson Diagnostics embraces diversity and inclusion and ensures that all qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age (other than minimum age of 18), race, ethnicity, national origin, color, religion, political ideology, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. To learn more about Babson Diagnostics visit us at www.babsondx.com.
