Remote Facilities Manager Jobs
Remote facilities manager jobs are open across the U.S. in sectors like technology, healthcare, real estate, and professional services, at companies ranging from remote-first startups to large distributed enterprises hiring for coordinator, manager, and senior manager roles. Employers hiring remotely right now include Aramark, Eaton, and gFiber. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provides technical oversight and planning, risk management, and emergency management support of all Emory University Office of Information Technology (OIT) critical facilities, data closets, and data center colocations, with focus on Emory managed data centers.
- Manages ticket audits, performance reviews, and development of Critical Infrastructure Facility Specialist.
- Collaborates with internal partners to provide design, engineering, and implementation support for security, electrical, generator and environmental issues.
- Identifies system opportunities and develops corrective actions to improve efficiency and reliability.
- Plans and implements green data center strategies to reduce the total cost of ownership.
- Manages equipment installations, cross-connects, electrical requests, relocations, removals and maintenance schedules.
- Ensures supporting processes are in place and followed.
- Ensures that resources are available and that all work is completed in accordance with change management procedures.
- Identifies necessary people, processes, metrics, and technology improvements in pursuit of best-in-class performance, uptime, and reliability.
- Ensures operational guidelines are followed and all applicable standards are met in telecom-related facilities, including wiring, and data closets.
- Partners with other Emory work groups to ensure compliance with appropriate audit standards.
- Participates in disaster recovery planning and testing.
- Manages and provides oversight for all Emory OIT data center and data closet projects.
- Performs related responsibilities and all other duties as required.
- A bachelor's degree and five years of work experience with data center operations, cabling (voice, data, copper, fiber), and environmental data center equipment (UPS, generator, PDU, electrical circuits, fire protection) or an equivalent combination of related work experience, education, and training.
- Project management experience is a plus.
- Registered Communications Distribution Designer (RCDD) certification preferred.
- Experience reviewing current and future state IT and data center requirements and determining optimal floor plan, rack layout and densities, and power and cooling designs desirable.
- Candidate should have excellent organizational, customer service, and communication skills.
NOTE: Position tasks are generally required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location. Remote work from home day options may be granted at department discretion. Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee.
Additional Details: Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in university programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity, and affirmative action (for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities). Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Civil Rights Compliance, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322. Telephone: 404-727-9867 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD).Emory University is committed to ensuring equal access and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to seek a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Department of Accessibility Services at accessibility@emory.edu or call 404-727-9877 (Voice) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). We kindly ask that requests be made at least seven business days in advance to allow adequate time for coordination.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provides technical oversight and planning, risk management, and emergency management support of all Emory University Office of Information Technology (OIT) critical facilities, data closets, and data center colocations, with focus on Emory managed data centers.
- Manages ticket audits, performance reviews, and development of Critical Infrastructure Facility Specialist.
- Collaborates with internal partners to provide design, engineering, and implementation support for security, electrical, generator and environmental issues.
- Identifies system opportunities and develops corrective actions to improve efficiency and reliability.
- Plans and implements green data center strategies to reduce the total cost of ownership.
- Manages equipment installations, cross-connects, electrical requests, relocations, removals and maintenance schedules.
- Ensures supporting processes are in place and followed.
- Ensures that resources are available and that all work is completed in accordance with change management procedures.
- Identifies necessary people, processes, metrics, and technology improvements in pursuit of best-in-class performance, uptime, and reliability.
- Ensures operational guidelines are followed and all applicable standards are met in telecom-related facilities, including wiring, and data closets.
- Partners with other Emory work groups to ensure compliance with appropriate audit standards.
- Participates in disaster recovery planning and testing.
- Manages and provides oversight for all Emory OIT data center and data closet projects.
- Performs related responsibilities and all other duties as required.
- A bachelor's degree and five years of work experience with data center operations, cabling (voice, data, copper, fiber), and environmental data center equipment (UPS, generator, PDU, electrical circuits, fire protection) or an equivalent combination of related work experience, education, and training.
- Project management experience is a plus.
- Registered Communications Distribution Designer (RCDD) certification preferred.
- Experience reviewing current and future state IT and data center requirements and determining optimal floor plan, rack layout and densities, and power and cooling designs desirable.
- Candidate should have excellent organizational, customer service, and communication skills.
NOTE: Position tasks are generally required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location. Remote work from home day options may be granted at department discretion. Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee.
Additional Details: Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in university programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity, and affirmative action (for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities). Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Civil Rights Compliance, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322. Telephone: 404-727-9867 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD).Emory University is committed to ensuring equal access and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to seek a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Department of Accessibility Services at accessibility@emory.edu or call 404-727-9877 (Voice) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). We kindly ask that requests be made at least seven business days in advance to allow adequate time for coordination.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote facilities manager jobs.
- Three to five years of facilities, property, or operations management experience
- Proficiency with a computerized maintenance management system such as Maximo or Archibus
- Knowledge of OSHA, ADA, and local building code compliance requirements
- Bachelor's degree in facilities management, engineering, business, or a related field
- CFM or FMP certification from IFMA preferred for senior and multi-site roles
- Experience managing vendor contracts, service agreements, and preventive maintenance schedules
Tips for Your Remote Facilities Manager Job Search
Show your remote coordination capabilities upfront
Remote facilities employers want proof you can run vendor calls, track work orders, and manage compliance documentation without in-person oversight. List the platforms you've used, such as CMMS tools or digital ticketing systems, and describe how you kept multi-site operations on schedule asynchronously.
Target companies with distributed or multi-site operations
Remote facilities manager roles are most common at organizations managing several locations without a central facilities team. Focus on remote-first technology firms, healthcare networks, and commercial real estate companies, where the need for remote coordination is built into how they operate.
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote facilities manager openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your experience and apply directly without sorting through general job listings that mix remote and on-site positions.
Prepare for async-heavy remote interviews
Many remote employers screen facilities manager candidates through written assessments or recorded video responses before a live call. Practice explaining how you've handled a vendor escalation or a facilities emergency in writing, since clear written communication is a core skill remote teams screen for.
Remote Facilities Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote facilities manager job?
Remote facilities manager roles go to candidates who can demonstrate strong self-direction, clear written communication, and the ability to coordinate vendors, contractors, and building operations without being on-site daily. Remote employers screen for experience with CMMS platforms, digital work order systems, and async reporting. Candidates who document measurable outcomes from past facilities projects, such as cost reductions or compliance improvements, stand out in remote hiring.
Which companies hire remote facilities managers?
Employers currently hiring remote facilities managers include Aramark, Eaton, and gFiber, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Remote facilities manager roles are most common at remote-first technology companies, distributed healthcare organizations, and commercial real estate firms managing multi-site portfolios without centralized on-site leadership.
Can you get a remote facilities manager job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level facilities manager roles are harder to land because employers expect you to manage vendor relationships and building systems independently from day one. Remote-first companies and property management firms occasionally hire coordinators without deep experience if candidates show strong organizational skills, familiarity with work order software, and a history of managing projects or logistics in any context.
Do you need a degree for remote facilities manager jobs?
Not always. Many remote employers prioritize demonstrated experience managing facilities, vendors, or physical assets over a specific degree. Certifications such as CFM or FMP, hands-on experience with building systems, and a clear history of managing multi-site or distributed operations often carry more weight than a diploma for remote facilities manager positions.
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