University of Chicago

University of Chicago

Campus Service Manager

Hyde Park Campus, USA · Contract

Sponsorship not specified$82k-$97kDetected 1 day ago
StatisticsProject ManagementNegotiationProcurementCustomer SupportLeadershipCommunicationProblem SolvingOSHA

About the role

  • The Campus Service Manager serves as the primary liaison between Facilities Services, external vendors, and campus stakeholders, ensuring contract compliance, financial accountability, and service excellence across the University.

Responsibilities

  • Manage and oversee outsourced service contracts, including custodial, elevator, pest control, waste/recycling, window washing, and other vendor-supported services.
  • Develop and update service-level agreements (SLAs), FS2 Standards, scopes of work, and proposal/invoice reviews.
  • Conduct building inspections and coordinate with internal staff, consultants, vendors, the Office of Risk Management, Legal, and regulatory authorities (DOB, AIC, OSHA) to ensure compliance and risk mitigation.
  • Develop and monitor standing purchase orders, invoice coding, and work order recharges to ensure fiscal accuracy and efficiency.
  • maintain accurate records and reporting on vendor performance, service metrics, and financial activity for Facilities Services leadership.
  • Collaborate with internal partners, including Planning, Project Management, Finance, and Procurement, to align operational services with capital and maintenance goals.
  • Communicate and collaborate effectively with building managers, department directors, Registrar's Office, Deans, and other campus leaders.
  • Support campus events and special projects requiring vendor coordination.

Requirements

  • include a college or university degree in related field.
  • Bachelor's degree.
  • Master's degree in Facilities Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • 7-10 years of progressively responsible experience in facilities or operations management.
  • Proven experience managing large, outsourced service contracts involving 100+ FTEs.
  • Valid driver's license with the ability to pass a motor vehicle background check.

Skills

  • Proficiency with financial and CMMS systems such as Oracle and Maximo.
  • Strong understanding of service contract negotiation, vendor compliance, and performance management.
  • CEFP or equivalent facilities management certification.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
  • Advanced planning, scheduling, and analytical skills.
  • Effective problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
  • Customer service orientation with a focus on timely issue resolution.
  • Ability to move around campus to inspect buildings.
  • The ability to work in extreme temperatures.
  • Must have mechanical aptitude and manual dexterity and be physically capable of strenuous activity over extended periods of time.

Compensation

  • $82,170.49 - $96,671.16 The included pay rate or range represents the University's good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.
  • The University of Chicago's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report (Report) provides information about University offices and programs that provide safety support, crime and fire statistics, emergency response and communications plans, and other policies and information.
  • Manage a combined annual service budget exceeding $20 million.

Benefits

  • Yes The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off.
  • Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.
  • Benefits Eligible

Company info

  • Serve as a central point of contact between Facilities Services, campus customers, and vendors.

Equal opportunity

  • Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form.
  • Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the

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