Job Title: Integrated Facilities Management (IFM) Contract Administrator

Job Location: Wickliffe, Ohio

Job type: Full-time

Type of role: On-site

 

About Lubrizol

The Lubrizol Corporation, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is a specialty chemical company whose science delivers sustainable solutions to advance mobility, improve wellbeing and enhance modern life. Founded in 1928, Lubrizol owns and operates more than 100 manufacturing facilities, sales, and technical offices around the world and has about 8,000 employees. For more information, visit www.Lubrizol.com.

We value diversity in professional backgrounds and life experiences. By enabling a consistent, unbiased, and transparent recruitment process, Lubrizol seeks to create a positive experience for candidates so we can get to know them at their best. We recognize unique work and life situations and offer flexibility, ensuring our employees feel engaged and fulfilled in every aspect of life.

Join Our Thriving Team at Lubrizol as an Integrated Facilities Management (IFM) Contract Administrator

Unleash Your Potential. At Lubrizol we're transforming the specialty chemicals market and looking for exceptional talent to join us on this journey. If you are ready to join an international company with talent around the world, and want to make a real impact, we want you on our team.

 

What You'll Do:

As the Integrated Facilities Management (IFM) Contract Administrator, you are the main focal point for contracts related to facility operations services (e.g., janitorial, café services, building & grounds maintenance). Responsibility includes developing scopes, supporting technical evaluation / selection of approved vendors, contractor start up, administration of service contracts and dealing with issues pertaining to the service contractor and the Company Job Representative, including evaluating the performance of contractors providing services to Lubrizol. 

 

What We're Looking For:

Ensures contractor receives site indoctrination with verification of understanding and documentation covering the general site rules and standards general to the contractor’s work site.  Conducts audits of the contractor’s safety and health program to ensure compliance with both the Company and contractor elements.  Periodically evaluates contractor performance and communicates the results to the contractor.  Assists the labor buyer in determining the safety and health criteria for removal of a contractor from the qualified bidders list and for the removal of an individual contractor employee from the site.  Maintains a contractor file on problems/issues/observations and incident information.  Drives the communication and understanding of expectations, measurement, and administration to achieve maximum contract value.  Ensures appropriate record keeping as required by law for contractors directed by the company.  Acts as the IFM focal point for service contractor issues.  Assists Labor Buyer in determining most cost-effective means of supplying required area services when selecting contracted services for the site.  Ensure contractors are performing in compliance with all HSES policies and standards and proactively identify, reduce, and manage HSES risks. This includes maintaining a copy of the contractor’s current safety program, responding to contractor safety concerns, and participating in incident investigations that involve the contractor.  Serve as back-up for daily operations in the absence of the Integrated Facilities Management (IFM) Leader. 

 

Skills That Make a Difference:

High school diploma or equivalent from an accredited school.  Minimum 5 years of experience in managing people, safety, budgeting, and cost management.   Solid understanding of OSHA and EPA regulations to ensure compliance and safety in all operations.  Proficiency in various computer software applications.  Knowledge of contract and performance management with the ability to hold contractors accountable to performance standards throughout the year and provide annual contractor performance reviews.  Strong communication skills, adept at engaging stakeholders at all levels and building relationships with site personnel, vendors, and cross-functional teams.  Knowledge of contract and performance management with the ability to hold contractors accountable to performance standards throughout the year and provide annual contractor performance reviews.  Ability to develop and maintain successful business relationships between internal stakeholders and contract service providers.  Ability to provide recommendations on contract service selection based upon performance.  Strong organizational skills with the ability to maintain the following records: contracts, training, performance issues, safety issues/investigations.  Attention to detail in all aspects of the job: planning, reviewing, and completing paperwork, and scheduling resources (workforce, tools, equipment, parts). 

Considered a Plus: 

Bachelor’s degree in operations management, business, or a related field.  2 years operational experience within a chemical plant including co-ops or internships.  Professional certification in facilities management (e.g., CFM, FMP, IFMA).

 

Perks and Rewards That Inspire:

Competitive salary with performance-based bonus plans 401K Match plus Age Weighted Defined Contribution Competitive medical, dental & vision offerings Health Savings Account Paid Holidays, Vacation, Parental Leave Flexible work environment

Learn more at benefits.lubrizol.com!

Ready for your next career step? Apply today and let's shape the future together!

It’s an exciting time to be part of Lubrizol. Lubrizol is not staying put. We are continually learning and evolving. Our passion delivers our success — not only for Lubrizol but for those who count on us every day: our employees, customers, and communities.

As a diverse, global team, we work together to solve some of the world’s most pressing challenges. We impact everyday lives through science only Lubrizol can deliver, and we never stop pushing to do it better.

One of the founding principles of The Lubrizol Corporation more than 90 years ago was treating every employee with dignity and respect. That same commitment is only stronger today. More than that, we are committed to providing an environment where every employee can be the best they can be, no matter their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic.

 

 

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