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Watch your work come to life in landmark projects around the world when you partner with Syska Hennessy Group. As a global leader in consulting, engineering, and commissioning services, we specialize in MEP, information and communication technology, architectural lighting, vertical transportation, and commissioning.
We are seeking a Technical Manager I - Critical Facilities - Electrical to join our team in Chicago, IL. As a Technical Manager I, you will be responsible for representing the Firm in all interactions with clients, contractors, architects, and other project team members. You will be responsible for supervising, coordinating, and assigning various projects to be performed by the team.
Our dynamic work environment provides the optimal setting to take your career to the next level. From our supportive culture, diverse workforce, and competitive compensation, to our flexible work schedules and fun social events, it is everything you will need for an exciting, challenging, and rewarding career.
Job Responsibilities
As a Technical Manager I, you will be the Engineer of Record on dedicated projects and be responsible for supervising and leading coordination meetings. You will lead and supervise staff members as they perform their tasks, and participate in budgeting, scheduling, and staff management.
Additional responsibilities include:
- Establishing design standards, specifications, and criteria for projects
- Supervising the preparation of reports and analysis of system options and building conditions
- Maintaining interdisciplinary coordination with other trades/projects consultants
- Monitoring all correspondence between staff, clients, contractors, owners, etc.
- Supervising construction administrative duties such as field reports, responses to RFIs, processing bulletins and addenda, etc.
The successful candidate would not only have a strong technical role for project coordination but will also be expected to have the necessary supervisory skills to perform:
- Periodic objective and comprehensive employee evaluations
- Participate in and contribute to the business unit Technical Leadership Committee
- Assist Technical Manager and Chief Engineer in business unit technical training and staff mentoring.
Job Requirements
Successful candidates must have a current PE registration and must have Healthcare design experience. In addition, a history of working with projects such as Critical Facilities, Commercial and Aviation would be a good fit for this dynamic role.
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical engineering from an Accredited Institution
- 12+ years' experience working in a consulting firm, this is a Senior level role that requires a background in the MEP Engineering Industry
- 3 years of supervisory experience
- Hands-on design and CAD/REVIT experience as you will have a very strong technical role and will direct staff
Benefits
As an employee with Syska Hennessy Group, you will be part of a global firm with an amazing history! We are committed to being the best, to advancing engineering design practice, and to supporting our clients with integrity. To make all of that happen, we rely on the talent, drive, enthusiasm, and the total job satisfaction of the great people who work here.
As a member of our highly collaborative team, we provide you with a flexible benefits package that reflects our respect for your workplace contributions, professional goals, and personal priorities. The personal benefits program at Syska Hennessy Group includes:
- Robust, comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance and supplemental benefit plans
- 401(k) plan with a generous employer matching program
- Training and professional development courses
- Professional development incentive bonuses
- Dynamic Employee Resource Groups
- Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO) policy
- Transit/parking employer stipend
- ½ day work from home Fridays all year long
At Syska, we have cultivated a community that supports learning and provides guidance for professional development and further our culture of excellence. We promote an environment that is committed to embedding diversity and equality into the core of our business and culture. We empower our employees so they can take ownership for their work and development and strive to continually improve themselves and our firm. Syska is a place where you can build an exceptional career and have a lasting impact on the world.
Syska Hennessy Group | Integrating the best minds and technology to help clients create exceptional environments
Watch your work come to life in landmark projects around the world when you partner with Syska Hennessy Group. As a global leader in consulting, engineering, and commissioning services, we specialize in MEP, information and communication technology, architectural lighting, vertical transportation, and commissioning.
We are seeking a Technical Manager I - Critical Facilities - Electrical to join our team in Chicago, IL. As a Technical Manager I, you will be responsible for representing the Firm in all interactions with clients, contractors, architects, and other project team members. You will be responsible for supervising, coordinating, and assigning various projects to be performed by the team.
Our dynamic work environment provides the optimal setting to take your career to the next level. From our supportive culture, diverse workforce, and competitive compensation, to our flexible work schedules and fun social events, it is everything you will need for an exciting, challenging, and rewarding career.
Job Responsibilities
As a Technical Manager I, you will be the Engineer of Record on dedicated projects and be responsible for supervising and leading coordination meetings. You will lead and supervise staff members as they perform their tasks, and participate in budgeting, scheduling, and staff management.
Additional responsibilities include:
- Establishing design standards, specifications, and criteria for projects
- Supervising the preparation of reports and analysis of system options and building conditions
- Maintaining interdisciplinary coordination with other trades/projects consultants
- Monitoring all correspondence between staff, clients, contractors, owners, etc.
- Supervising construction administrative duties such as field reports, responses to RFIs, processing bulletins and addenda, etc.
The successful candidate would not only have a strong technical role for project coordination but will also be expected to have the necessary supervisory skills to perform:
- Periodic objective and comprehensive employee evaluations
- Participate in and contribute to the business unit Technical Leadership Committee
- Assist Technical Manager and Chief Engineer in business unit technical training and staff mentoring.
Job Requirements
Successful candidates must have a current PE registration and must have Healthcare design experience. In addition, a history of working with projects such as Critical Facilities, Commercial and Aviation would be a good fit for this dynamic role.
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical engineering from an Accredited Institution
- 12+ years' experience working in a consulting firm, this is a Senior level role that requires a background in the MEP Engineering Industry
- 3 years of supervisory experience
- Hands-on design and CAD/REVIT experience as you will have a very strong technical role and will direct staff
Benefits
As an employee with Syska Hennessy Group, you will be part of a global firm with an amazing history! We are committed to being the best, to advancing engineering design practice, and to supporting our clients with integrity. To make all of that happen, we rely on the talent, drive, enthusiasm, and the total job satisfaction of the great people who work here.
As a member of our highly collaborative team, we provide you with a flexible benefits package that reflects our respect for your workplace contributions, professional goals, and personal priorities. The personal benefits program at Syska Hennessy Group includes:
- Robust, comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance and supplemental benefit plans
- 401(k) plan with a generous employer matching program
- Training and professional development courses
- Professional development incentive bonuses
- Dynamic Employee Resource Groups
- Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO) policy
- Transit/parking employer stipend
- ½ day work from home Fridays all year long
At Syska, we have cultivated a community that supports learning and provides guidance for professional development and further our culture of excellence. We promote an environment that is committed to embedding diversity and equality into the core of our business and culture. We empower our employees so they can take ownership for their work and development and strive to continually improve themselves and our firm. Syska is a place where you can build an exceptional career and have a lasting impact on the world.
Syska Hennessy Group | Integrating the best minds and technology to help clients create exceptional environments
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Who's Hiring
- Abco Maintenance10
- TKDA3
- AECOM3
- Syner-G BioPharma3
- Atwell2
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote director of facilities and maintenance jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in facilities management, engineering, construction management, or a related field
- 7-10 years of progressive facilities or property management experience, including supervisory roles
- Proficiency with computerized maintenance management systems such as CMMS or IWMS platforms
- Demonstrated experience managing capital improvement projects and operating budgets
- Knowledge of building systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and life safety systems
- Certified Facility Manager (CFM) or Facilities Management Professional (FMP) credential preferred
Tips for Your Remote Director of Facilities and Maintenance Job Search
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote director of facilities and maintenance openings from across the U.S. in one place. Search roles by function and apply directly to the ones that match your portfolio scope and industry background before postings close.
Show your CMMS and digital coordination skills
Remote facilities directors manage work orders, vendor schedules, and preventive maintenance entirely through software. Call out the specific CMMS platforms you have used, such as Archibus, IBM Maximo, or ServiceChannel, in your resume and during screening calls.
Demonstrate async written communication in applications
Remote employers screen for written clarity because all contractor coordination and stakeholder reporting happens through email, documentation, and project management tools. Write your cover letter and application materials as if they are your first work sample.
Highlight multi-site portfolio management experience
Companies hiring facilities directors remotely almost always need someone who has overseen geographically dispersed locations. Quantify the number of sites, square footage, and vendor relationships you have managed without daily in-person oversight to make that fit obvious.
Remote Director of Facilities and Maintenance Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote director of facilities and maintenance job?
Remote employers hiring directors of facilities and maintenance look for candidates who can coordinate contractors, vendors, and maintenance staff entirely through digital tools without in-person oversight. Strong async written communication, fluency with CMMS platforms, and a demonstrated ability to manage multi-site or distributed portfolios give you a clear edge. Prioritize companies with distributed teams or multi-location real estate portfolios, since those structures naturally fit remote leadership.
Which companies hire remote director of facilities and maintenances?
Employers currently hiring remote director of facilities and maintenances include Abco Maintenance, TKDA, and AECOM, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Remote-first technology companies, healthcare networks, and commercial real estate firms with multi-site portfolios are the most consistent hirers of this role in a fully distributed format.
Can you get a remote director of facilities and maintenance job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry into this role is harder because you must demonstrate self-direction and vendor management without on-site supervision from day one. Companies with smaller distributed portfolios or startups building out their facilities function sometimes hire candidates who can show CMMS proficiency, relevant certifications like CFM or FMP, and a record of managing projects independently, even at a smaller scale.
Do you need a degree for remote director of facilities and maintenance jobs?
Not always. Remote employers in this field increasingly weigh demonstrated portfolio management, CMMS expertise, and professional certifications such as CFM, FMP, or LEED alongside or instead of a formal degree. What matters most is your ability to show measurable results, coordinated vendor relationships, and the written communication skills that make distributed facilities oversight viable.
Which industries hire the most remote director of facilities and maintenances?
Remote director of facilities and maintenance roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors hire remotely because their distributed team structures require facilities leaders who can oversee multi-location operations and vendor relationships without being tied to a single physical site.
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