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Facilities Manager

Sequoia

San Diego, CA · Posted October 21, 2026

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About the job

COMPANY DESCRIPTION:

A career here is life-enhancing.

At Syner-G, we enable our people to build careers that impact positively on their quality of life. Through our expertise, insight, consulting and management skills, we accelerate breakthrough science and delivery of life-enhancing therapies to more patients. We work across a diverse range of clients and projects, supporting many organizations from the most critical phases of the drug discovery and approval process through to commercialization. It is meaningful, varied and thought-provoking work with a strategic emphasis, a solutions-driven approach and significant, real-world outcomes, from science to delivery/success. To learn more about who we are and what drives us, watch our company video here .

Underpinning this mission is a culture that aligns perfectly with what we want to achieve. We enable our people to grow, we support them in their learning and we reward them in so many different ways. In return, they play an instrumental role in maintaining our reputation across the globe as a strategic biopharma product development and delivery partner.

Syner-G was recently honored with BioSpace's prestigious "Best Places to Work" 2026 award, for the third consecutive year, along with many other award-winning programs to make a career here truly life-enhancing. These recognitions are a testament to our commitment to fostering a positive and engaging work environment for our employees, with a particular emphasis on culture, career growth and development opportunities, financial rewards, leadership and innovation.

At Syner-G, we recognize that our team members are our most valuable asset. Join us in shaping the future, where your talents are valued, and your contributions make a meaningful impact.

For more information, visit www.Synergbiopharma.com

POSITION OVERVIEW :

The Facilities Manager is responsible for the management and development of a team assigned to a building or group of buildings. This role focuses on meeting and exceeding operating goals, client objectives, and customer needs. The Sr. Facilities Manager will have daily interactions with clients, tenants, and subcontractors, and will contribute to the delivery of strategic and operational objectives through the maintenance, repair, and upgrade of facilities. This position ensures a safe, productive, and efficient working environment essential to business performance and company image.

WORK LOCATION:

Travel to client sites may be required up to 100%, based on project demands and client expectations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

(This list is not exhaustive and may be supplemented or changed as necessary.)

Demonstrate a strong commitment to safety excellence and promote safe behaviors

Respond to after-hours calls and emergencies as needed

Foster a positive work environment and promote teamwork

Maintain thorough understanding of critical utilities, facilities, and building systems

Support infrastructure renewal and replacement recommendations

Develop scopes of work, solicit proposals, and recommend subcontractor awards

Assist in building assessments and evaluations

Manage a team of Facilities Technicians

Oversee ordering and inventory of consumables

Ensure compliance with safety rules, guidelines, and protocols

Drive labor productivity and effective scheduling

Lead by example with strong communication and leadership skills

Train, develop, and monitor team performance

Support talent succession planning

Maintain professional communication with clients, tenants, and subcontractors

Perform other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent required

Bachelor’s degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field preferred

Technical Experience:

Minimum of 5 years+ of experience in facility management

Minimum of 5 years of experience leading teams of 5 or more

Proven track record of managing and developing personnel within the facilities industry

Demonstrated ability to manage client relationships and maintain long-term partnerships

Experience coordinating operations and communicating across multiple levels of an organization

Background in planning, prioritizing, and tracking work completion

Experience in performance and quality monitoring of staff and subcontractors

Familiarity with talent succession planning and employee development

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Working knowledge of primary and critical utilities, including electrical and mechanical systems

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and ERP systems (e.g., Dynamics/AX)

Experience with CRM platforms and facility CMMS systems (e.g., Metasys, Angus)

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Ability to coach, mentor, and lead teams effectively

Understanding of safety protocols and compliance standards

Ability to work under pressure in fast-paced and dynamic environments

Strong organizational and delegation skills

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of the requirements that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use a computer keyboard and mouse; reach with hands and arms; talk and listen. The employee is frequently required to walk and sit, as well as to lift and carry objects such as books and files weighing up to 25 pounds. The employee is occasionally required to stand, stoop, or kneel. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job, including moderate noise level, an indoor temperate environment, and light levels that are bright and conducive to minimal eye strain, typical for an office environment.

TOTAL REWARDS PROGRAM:

We define total rewards as compensation, benefits, remote work/flexibility, development, recognition, and our culture with programs that support each of our reward pillars. This includes a market competitive base salary and annual incentive plan, robust benefit offerings, and ongoing recognition and career development opportunities. Employees also enjoy our generous flexible paid time off program, company paid holidays, flexible working hours, and fully remote work options for most positions and the ability to work “almost anywhere”. However, if a physical work location is more for you, we have office locations in Greater Boston; San Diego, CA; Boulder, CO; and India.

COMPENSATION:

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $48 hourly in our lowest geographic market up to $60 hourly in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on several factors including market location and may vary depending on job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a position at Syner‑G. Currently, Syner‑G is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

LEGAL STATEMENT:

Syner-G is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. All employment decisions, including the recruiting, hiring, placement, training availability, promotion, compensation, evaluation, disciplinary actions, and termination of employment (if necessary) are made without regard to the employee’s race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy or childbirth, personal appearance, family responsibilities, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, political affiliation, source of income, place of residence, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military veteran status, unfavorable discharge from military service, physical or mental disability, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Syner-G is an E-Verify employer.