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Title: Mgr Facility Services - Projects & Contracts

Company: Tampa Electric Company

State and City: Florida - Tampa

Shift: 8 Hr. X 5 Days

POSITION CONCEPT:

The Sr Mgr Facility Services Proj & Contr Svc is responsible for the planning, project management, budgeting, contracted services activities, capital improvements, architectural services, space planning and office design for the corporate assets throughout Tampa Electric Company. Responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining processes that both support and improve the Facility Services organization.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Manage the activities for architectural services, space planning, office design and move/add/changes for all Tampa Electric Company facilities. This activity includes setting and maintaining space and furniture guidelines, recommending office space solutions, maintaining our CAFM software application and contractor performance management for furniture delivery, reconfiguration, repairs and furniture warehousing.
- Manage and direct the development of engineering, planning, and equipment selection for capital projects to include mission critical equipment in support of the Facility Services Department for the Company. Create written and deliver oral presentations to senior management on recommendations and justifications for new construction projects, cost allocations, project estimates and service agreements.
- Manage the activities to develop, maintain, manage and execute contracts for contracted services provided by Facility Services to include specification development, following the RFP process, technical evaluation of bid responses, contractor selection and evaluation, price negotiation, and contractor performance management.
- Manage the preparation, management and communication of the Facility Services annual budget. This includes working with Asset Management to develop Long Term Forecast (LTF) to proactively address system integrity, disaster recovery and system expansion requirements.
- Manage the administrative functions to include work management, payroll, account payables, environmental and OSHA record keeping. Serve as Facility Services Storm Plan leader for emergency preparedness, response and restoration for Tampa Electric facilities.
- Recommend, develop, implement, change, and maintain processes and procedures within the department to improve efficiency and effectiveness in providing our services. Stay abreast of changes and trends with respect to technology, regulatory issues, general construction and maintenance of facilities to include proper compliance with regulatory and governing agencies including North American Electric Reliability Corp. (NERC), Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA), Florida Building Codes (FBC), American Disability Act (ADA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and National Electric Code (NEC).
- Manage and develop employee programs for training and development, fair and appropriate administration of discipline, safety and industrial health, recognition, diversity, performance appraisals, and equitable and performance-based salary administration. Foster the highest levels of customer service, teamwork, employee involvement, continuous improvement, risk taking, and effective and efficient operations.
- Actively participate in all storm preparation, response and restoration activities to ensure continuity of facility operations and rapid recovery or critical systems. Support pre-event readiness efforts and serve in assigned roles during storm events and emergency activations.
- Administer and enforce the Contractor Safety Management Program (CSMP) to ensure all contractors/vendors meet organizational and regulatory safety requirements. Collaborate with Safety Department to maintain and improve contractor safety standards and practices.

Education:

Required: High School diploma or equivalent.
Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:

Preferred: State certified contractor license(s) and/or Certified Facility Manager.

Experience:

Required: 6 years of facility management function or other operational experience in progressively more complex assignments. Good understanding of O&M and Capital Budgeting process.
Preferred: Experience with contract negotiations and contract execution.

SUPERVISORY EXPERIENCE:

Required: 3 years of management experience.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

Required: Knowledge of building design, engineering, construction or operations & maintenance in an operational environment. Proven capability in managing financial, material and team resources. Leadership, critical thinking, systems analysis, and analytical decision-making skills.
Preferred: Knowledge of federal, state and local building codes and regulatory requirements (NERC-CIP) in facility management. Knowledge of space planning and office design.

COMPETENCIES:

- Builds Strong, Collaborative Relationships
- Develops People and Teams
- Speaks Up on Safety, Health, and the Environment
- Takes Ownership & Acts with Integrity
- Thinks Strategically & Exercises Sound Judgment

The successful applicant will be required to take and pass a Baseline Medical Examination as part of the pre-employment screening once an offer has been accepted. A pre-employment drug screening, as well as a background check (including education, employment, criminal and motor vehicle) will also be conducted as part of the pre-employment screening.

TECO offers a competitive Benefits package!!

Competitive Salary *401k Savings plan w/ company matching * Pension plan * Paid time off * Paid Holiday time * Medical, Prescription Drug, & Dental Coverage * Tuition Assistance Program * Employee Assistance Program * Wellness Programs * On-site Fitness Centers * Bonus Plan and more!

STORM DUTY REQUIREMENTS

TECO Energy and its companies serve a role in providing critical services to our community during an emergency. Team members are required to participate in the response/recovery activities related to emergencies/disasters to maintain service to our TECO Energy customers. Team members are required to work in their normal job duties or other assigned activities. Proper compensation will be made in accordance with the company's rules and procedures.

TECO Energy is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

TECO Energy is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law, except where physical or mental abilities are a bona fide occupational requirement and the individual is unable to perform the essential functions of the position with reasonable accommodations.

In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities for all individuals, employment decisions at TECO Energy will be based on skills, knowledge, qualifications and abilities.

Pay Transparency Non-Discrimination Statement

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

ADA policy

It is the policy of TECO Energy to provide reasonable accommodation for all qualified disabled individuals who are employees and applicants for employment, unless it would cause undue hardship. The corporation will adhere to applicable federal and state laws, regulations and guidelines, including, but not limited to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 and section 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1970s.

Application accommodations

Applicants may request reasonable accommodation in the application process five business days prior to the time accommodation is needed.

Pre-employment physical exams may be required for positions with bona fide job-related physical requirements regardless of disability.