Area Facilities Operations Manager

Company Description

Join us and make YOUR mark on the World!

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) has turned bold ideas into world-changing impact advancing science and technology to strengthen U.S. security and promote global stability. 

Our mission spans four critical national security areas nuclear deterrence, threat preparedness, energy security, and multi-domain defense empowering teams to take on the toughest challenges of today and tomorrow. With a culture built on innovation and operational excellence, LLNL is a place where your expertise can make a real impact.

Job Description

Relisted position. Originally listed on 3/12/2026. Another position has been added to this posting. Previous candidates need not reapply.

We have an opening for an Area Facilities Operation Manager. You will provide advanced technical expertise, management, and leadership for the safe and effective operation and maintenance of facilities, ranging from offices to highly specialized spaces including bioscience, chemical, and radiological laboratories, and emergency response support. This position is in the Facilities Management Division (FMD) of the Infrastructure Engineering and Operations Department (IEOD) within the Infrastructure and Operations (I&O) Directorate.

This position requires full-time on-site presence due to the nature of the work.

You will 

• Provide high level technical and administrative leadership to facility managers and facility coordinators, including setting technical directions, determining staffing needs, ensuring training requirements are satisfied, managing performance and salary administration.
• Lead area facility strategic planning efforts by developing and executing a five-year capital budget plan for extensive renovation and modernization, relocation of processes and people, efficient use of space, and new facility concepts.
• Oversee and manage large and complex buildings and facilities, develop and implement complex predictive and preventative maintenance plans to ensure performance of facility systems to meet mission requirements. 
•  Analyze moderately complex data; develop and review written reports; identify problems and implement solutions; and prepare and review Safety Basis Documentation and Facility Safety Plans.
• Provide consultative expertise to  management and tenant customers to prioritize facilities investments and maintenance in support of the long-term goal of continuously improving facilities condition and capabilities. 
• Develop criteria and performance specifications, identify, and recommend facility system upgrades and resource investments required to enhance programmatic mission deliverables and to meet unique operating requirements.
• Oversee all formal facilities Work Planning and Control (WP&C) activities and champion projects, including facility structural modifications, equipment replacements and upgrades.
• Develop, champion, and manage emergency and business continuity plans; participate in an off-hours Facility Management support rotation.
• Conduct safety compliance audits, work observations, inspections, provide recommendations for correction (and prevention of recurrence) of non-compliance findings, and identify follow-up measures to ensure future compliance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Ability to secure and maintain a U.S. DOE Q-level security clearance which requires U.S. citizenship. 
• Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant technical area or the equivalent combination of education and significant related experience in engineering, facilities management, or operations.
• Experience leading development of strategies related to facilities operations and maintenance, including conceptualization and formulation of capital projects (e.g., system modification, major construction or  multiple, significant renovation and/or large renewal projects).
• Expert technical knowledge of maintenance and operation of building systems at a large scientific, commercial, or industrial institution.
• Significant experience and advanced knowledge in the application of federal and state safety and security policies and procedures.
• Experience developing the scope of work, prioritizing activities, and ensuring work is completed within schedule and budget requirement.
• Advanced conceptual, analytical, and complex problem-solving skills in facilities and infrastructure management, using sound judgment within broadly defined policies to develop solutions, including novel approaches and new methods.
• Advanced experience leading, mentoring, evaluating, directing, and motivating staff to achieve organizational objectives and goals, as well as significant knowledge in leadership, management, and organizational development principles.
• Expert written and verbal communication skills facilitation, and collaboration skills necessary to effectively communicate, present, explain, and advise senior management, stakeholders, and external sponsors.
• Proficient with standard office software including Microsoft Office Suite (e.g. Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).

Qualifications We Desire

• Certification in Facilities Management through International Facility Management Association (IFMA), Building Owners and Managers Institute (BOMI), or similar certifying organization.

Pay Range
$183,420 - $224,568 Annually
This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting.  An employee’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs.

Additional Information

#LI-Onsite

Position Information

This is a Career Indefinite position, open to Lab employees and external candidates.

Why Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory?

• Included in 2026 Best Places to Work by Glassdoor!
• Flexible Benefits Package
• 401(k)
• Relocation Assistance
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Flexible schedules (*depending on project needs)
• Our values - visit https://www.llnl.gov/inclusion/our-values

Site 300

Site 300 is an experimental test site operated by LLNL.  Situated on 7,000 acres in rural foothills approximately six miles southwest of downtown Tracy and 15 miles southeast of Livermore, Site 300 hosts approximately 200 employees with expertise in such fields as engineering, chemistry, biology, and environmental restoration. Employees assigned to work at Site 300 may be exposed to the organism that causes San Joaquin Valley Fever (coccidioidomycosis).

Security Clearance

This position requires a Department of Energy (DOE) Q-level clearance.  If you are selected, we will initiate a Federal background investigation to determine if you meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information or matter. Also, all L or Q cleared employees are subject to random drug testing.  Q-level clearance requires U.S. citizenship. 

Pre-Employment Drug Test

External applicant(s) selected for this position must pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug test. This includes testing for use of marijuana as Federal Law applies to us as a Federal Contractor.

Wireless and Medical Devices

Per the Department of Energy (DOE), Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory must meet certain restrictions with the use and/or possession of mobile devices in Limited Areas. Depending on your job duties, you may be required to work in a Limited Area where you are not permitted to have a personal and/or laboratory mobile device in your possession.  This includes, but not limited to cell phones, tablets, fitness devices, wireless headphones, and other Bluetooth/wireless enabled devices.  

If you use a medical device, which pairs with a mobile device, you must still follow the rules concerning the mobile device in individual sections within Limited Areas.  Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities require separate approval. Hearing aids without wireless capabilities or wireless that has been disabled are allowed in Limited Areas, Secure Space and Transit/Buffer Space within buildings.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer that is committed to providing all with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, protected veteran status, age, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws.

Reasonable Accommodation

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