Facilities Manager Jobs in Illinois
Facilities Manager jobs in Illinois are consistently in demand, with openings concentrated across commercial real estate, healthcare systems, higher education, and large-scale manufacturing from entry-level coordinator roles through senior director positions. Chicago anchors the market with the deepest volume of postings, while Rockford and Peoria generate steady demand from industrial and healthcare employers. Established Illinois operators like Advocate Health Care, United Airlines, and the University of Illinois system are among the most active and enduring hirers in this role. Preventive maintenance planning, sustainability and energy management, and compliance with Illinois building codes are the specialties appearing most often in current listings. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Backed by Callaway Golf and Danny Meyer’s Enlightened Hospitality Investments, Five Iron blends world-class technology with hospitality-driven service across its sports bars, restaurants, and entertainment venues. With 35 locations open and more than 50 in the pipeline worldwide, the brand is expanding its reach while remaining rooted in innovation, inclusivity, and community connection.
The Facilities Manager at Five Iron will oversee space-related operations, golf operations, simulator maintenance, and brand standards at all Five Iron locations in their designated territory.
Simulator Operations
Take full ownership of simulator operations by collaborating with location management to ensure all equipment is effectively maintained.
Responsibilities include:
- Overseeing the condition of cameras, projectors, screens, and mats
- Helping with management of spare parts inventory
- Serving as the primary point of contact for staff and vendors
- Ensuring team members are trained on simulator upkeep
- Work together with Performance Management to ensure simulators are in constant, good working condition
Utilities and Space Maintenance
- Coordinate with vendors for repairs, replacements, and equipment issues
- Source vendors for larger repair projects
- Evaluate and manage relationships with current vendors
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Work with location management to ensure that cleanliness and brand standards are met by:
- Managing porters
- Organizing and facilitating deep cleaning projects
- Keeping cleaning supplies stocked and organized
- Ensure that the location adheres to pertinent health and safety regulations
- Carpentry
- Sheetrock/Patch & Paint/Wallpaper
- Appliance Repair
- Minor electrical and plumbing repairs
- Basic HVAC Maintenance (i.e. filters & belts)
Brand Standards
- Uphold brand standards at assigned locations through collaboration with location management and by conducting monthly QA checks in addition to daily checks.
Required Qualifications:
- Great interpersonal and communication skills
- 5+ years of handyman experience
- Experience working with and troubleshooting technology (computers, PC installation, AV systems, projectors, etc) - simulator experience a plus!
- Strong problem-solving abilities
- Previous supervisory experience
- Strong leadership skills
- Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays
Benefits (*applies to full-time employees):
- Health, Dental, and Vision insurance*
- Long and Short-Term Disability*
- Accident and Critical Illness Insurance*
- 401(k)*
- Meals while working are included for free
Pay: Salary $65,000 - $75,000
Job Type: Exempt, Full Time
Five Iron Golf is committed to celebrating diversity and creating an inclusive environment for employees of all backgrounds. Five Iron Golf provides Equal Employment Opportunity to everyone and complies with all applicable Federal, State and Local laws governing nondiscrimination in all locations. Five Iron Golf will consider all requests for reasonable accommodations as required.
Backed by Callaway Golf and Danny Meyer’s Enlightened Hospitality Investments, Five Iron blends world-class technology with hospitality-driven service across its sports bars, restaurants, and entertainment venues. With 35 locations open and more than 50 in the pipeline worldwide, the brand is expanding its reach while remaining rooted in innovation, inclusivity, and community connection.
The Facilities Manager at Five Iron will oversee space-related operations, golf operations, simulator maintenance, and brand standards at all Five Iron locations in their designated territory.
Simulator Operations
Take full ownership of simulator operations by collaborating with location management to ensure all equipment is effectively maintained.
Responsibilities include:
- Overseeing the condition of cameras, projectors, screens, and mats
- Helping with management of spare parts inventory
- Serving as the primary point of contact for staff and vendors
- Ensuring team members are trained on simulator upkeep
- Work together with Performance Management to ensure simulators are in constant, good working condition
Utilities and Space Maintenance
- Coordinate with vendors for repairs, replacements, and equipment issues
- Source vendors for larger repair projects
- Evaluate and manage relationships with current vendors
-
Work with location management to ensure that cleanliness and brand standards are met by:
- Managing porters
- Organizing and facilitating deep cleaning projects
- Keeping cleaning supplies stocked and organized
- Ensure that the location adheres to pertinent health and safety regulations
- Carpentry
- Sheetrock/Patch & Paint/Wallpaper
- Appliance Repair
- Minor electrical and plumbing repairs
- Basic HVAC Maintenance (i.e. filters & belts)
Brand Standards
- Uphold brand standards at assigned locations through collaboration with location management and by conducting monthly QA checks in addition to daily checks.
Required Qualifications:
- Great interpersonal and communication skills
- 5+ years of handyman experience
- Experience working with and troubleshooting technology (computers, PC installation, AV systems, projectors, etc) - simulator experience a plus!
- Strong problem-solving abilities
- Previous supervisory experience
- Strong leadership skills
- Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays
Benefits (*applies to full-time employees):
- Health, Dental, and Vision insurance*
- Long and Short-Term Disability*
- Accident and Critical Illness Insurance*
- 401(k)*
- Meals while working are included for free
Pay: Salary $65,000 - $75,000
Job Type: Exempt, Full Time
Five Iron Golf is committed to celebrating diversity and creating an inclusive environment for employees of all backgrounds. Five Iron Golf provides Equal Employment Opportunity to everyone and complies with all applicable Federal, State and Local laws governing nondiscrimination in all locations. Five Iron Golf will consider all requests for reasonable accommodations as required.
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Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Facilities Manager Job Market in Illinois
A snapshot from current Illinois openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Construction & Real Estate
- Consulting & Professional Services
- Retail
- Energy
- Manufacturing
What Illinois Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in facilities manager jobs across Illinois.
- Certified Facility Manager (CFM) credential or active progress toward CFM designation preferred by most Illinois employers
- Bachelor's degree in facilities management, engineering, business administration, or a closely related field
- Demonstrated experience managing preventive maintenance programs and vendor contracts for large Illinois facilities
- Working knowledge of Illinois building codes, OSHA regulations, and local fire and life-safety requirements
- Proficiency with computerized maintenance management systems such as Archibus, Maximo, or Famis
- Strong project management skills with experience overseeing capital improvement or tenant improvement projects
Facilities Manager Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a facilities manager in Illinois?
Most Illinois employers expect a bachelor's degree in facilities management, engineering, or a related field combined with hands-on maintenance or operations experience. Illinois does not require a state-issued facilities manager license, but earning the Certified Facility Manager credential through the International Facility Management Association is widely recognized by Chicago-area and statewide employers as the professional standard. Candidates who also hold an Illinois-recognized engineer-in-training credential or a building engineer certificate from City Colleges of Chicago report a competitive edge in the local market.
How much do facilities managers make in Illinois?
Facilities managers in Illinois earn a median of about $106,980 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $62,700 for the lowest 10% to over $165,400 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire facilities managers in Illinois?
Employers hiring facilities managers in Illinois right now include CBRE, JLL, and ENFRA, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Illinois's dense concentration of corporate headquarters, Level I trauma centers, and Big Ten university campuses means demand is spread across sectors rather than tied to a single industry.
Which Illinois cities have the most facilities manager jobs?
Chicago, Peoria, and Schaumburg lead Illinois in facilities manager openings. Chicago dominates by volume because it concentrates the state's corporate headquarters, major hospital networks, and commercial high-rises, while suburban corridors like Aurora and Naperville generate steady postings from large distribution and manufacturing campuses that anchor those local economies.
Are there remote facilities manager jobs in Illinois?
Yes, but they're rare. Facilities management is fundamentally an on-site role, requiring hands-on oversight of buildings, equipment, and vendors. About 18% of facilities manager openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and the positions that do allow remote work are typically strategic or portfolio-level roles focused on planning, budgeting, and vendor oversight rather than day-to-day building operations.
How can I get hired as a facilities manager in Illinois with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a facilities coordinator or building operations technician role, which Illinois healthcare networks such as Advocate Health Care and Northwestern Medicine and university systems like the University of Illinois regularly post as direct stepping stones. Candidates coming from maintenance technician, property management assistant, or construction trades backgrounds are routinely hired into coordinator roles. Completing an associate program through City Colleges of Chicago in building technology or facilities operations, or earning an entry-level IFMA credential, gives applicants a measurable edge with Chicago-area employers reviewing high-volume applicant pools.
Where can I find and apply to facilities manager jobs in Illinois?
You can find and apply to facilities manager jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to Illinois employers. Find a role that fits and apply directly through the listing.
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