About FIFA
We are the global governing body for football, working to make football truly global, diverse and inclusive for the benefit of all.
Job Description: Facility Manager
This role ensures that our facilities operations run smoothly, safely and sustainably. The successful candidate will have a strong background in facility management, with experience of managing projects on a global scale.
Main Responsibilities:
1. Project Planning & Execution
* Develop comprehensive project plans, including timelines, budgets and resource allocation for facility-related projects,
* Lead and manage facility projects such as office renovations, site expansions, facility upgrades and space optimization on a global scale,
* Coordinate with internal teams, external contractors and vendors to ensure project objectives are clearly defined and met.
2. Budget & Cost Management
* Create and manage annual budgets for facilities operations across regions, tracking expenses to maintain fiscal responsibility,
* Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality or safety standards,
* Track expenses and report on financial performance, ensuring that projects and day-to-day business remain within approved budgets.
3. Vendor Management & Sustainability Initiatives
* Source and manage external vendors and contractors, ensuring timely delivery of services and materials,
* Negotiate contracts, oversee contractor performance and ensure compliance with service level agreements (SLAs),
* Monitor work progress, ensuring that it adheres to agreed-upon schedules, quality standards and safety regulations.
4. Facility Operations Management
* Manage day-to-day operations for all company facilities including space planning, janitorial services, cleaning, technical building services, parking, reception, catering and other facility-related services,
* Ensure the building is clean, well-maintained and safe for all employees and visitors,
* In coordination with respective Team Leads implement and monitor preventive maintenance schedules for all building systems and equipment.
Your Profile
We are looking for a talented individual with a strong background in facility management, who is able to lead and manage global facility projects. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of success in managing cross-functional teams and working in a matrixed, global environment.
* 8+ years of experience in facility management, with at least 3 years in a global or multi-site role,
* Proven experience in project management, including facility expansion, construction and large-scale maintenance initiatives,
* Experience in the Sports industry is an advantage,
* Bachelor's degree or similar higher education in Facility Management,
* Willingness to travel globally as needed (approximately 20-30%),
* Resilient, self-driven, pro-active and flexible, client-oriented, efficient and effective,
* Demonstrated success in managing cross-functional teams and working in a matrixed, global environment,
* Excellent negotiation and vendor management skills,
* Proficient in Word / PowerPoint / Excel,
* Good knowledge in CAD is an advantage,
* Proficiency in German and/or French is an asset.
Perks & Benefits
We offer a range of benefits and perks to our employees, including:
* Health and fitness: Regular football sessions for all abilities, plus on-site gym,
* Home office: Up to two days of home office per week if work permits and home office allowance for all,
* Language courses: Offered to all staff to aid personal and professional growth,
* Continuous learning: We care about your development and encourage internal mobility, offering a variety of training and education to help achieve it,
* Pension: Flexible pension benefits with generous employer contributions,
* Relocation assistance: A dedicated team will be on hand to support your relocation,
* Sustainability: We support all employees using public transport,
* Vacation: Maintain a healthy work/life balance with a generous vacation allowance,
* Volunteering: Make an impact beyond your regular role and bond with colleagues by volunteering with one of our partners.
We are a modern organisation with over 800 passionate employees who are Living Football every day. Our headquarters are based in Zurich, Switzerland, and we have offices in Miami and Paris, plus eleven regional offices from New Zealand to India, South Africa, Panama and Paraguay.