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Resident District Manager, Aramark Facilities Management

Aramark, Charlotte, NC, United States


Resident District Manager, Aramark Facilities Management
Requisition #: 649442

Location: Charlotte, NC, 28202

Description
The Resident District Manager (RDM) holds full accountability for the financial, operational, and strategic performance of a large‑scale facilities management account. The RDM is the senior‑most leader on site, owning P&L performance, client partnership, and delivery of all Integrated Facilities Management (IFM) services across Charlotte, NC and all of Mecklenburg County.

The RDM leads a multi‑disciplinary team responsible for maintenance, custodial, and site operations, ensuring alignment to contract commitments, financial targets, and client expectations. Success is defined by balancing service excellence with disciplined financial management.

Compensation Range
$170,800 to $201,300

Job Responsibilities

Lead delivery of all IFM services, including:

HVAC and mechanical systems

Electrical and plumbing infrastructure

Preventive and predictive maintenance programs

Custodial and sanitation services

Grounds, landscaping, and exterior maintenance

Energy management and building systems optimization

Drive a proactive maintenance strategy that reduces downtime, extends asset life, and limits deferred maintenance exposure

Own full P&L responsibility for the account, including revenue, cost management, labor strategy, and margin performance

Build and manage annual operating budgets, forecasts, and financial plans tied directly to contract performance

Identify and execute cost optimization strategies across labor, materials, energy, and vendor utilization

Serve as the primary executive partner to the client, with full accountability for relationship health and contract delivery

Lead regular business reviews focused on performance, financial results, and continuous improvement opportunities

Align operational execution with the client’s broader business goals, including cost control, risk management, and asset performance

Drive innovation in service delivery, including energy optimization, sustainability initiatives, and process improvement

Position the account to scale and adapt to evolving client needs

Lead and develop a high‑performing leadership team, including operations managers, maintenance leaders, and functional supervisors

Establish clear expectations tied to performance, safety, and financial accountability

Build workforce plans that ensure proper staffing levels, skill alignment, and operational readiness

Ensure full compliance with all regulatory, environmental, and safety standards

Implement programs that reduce operational risk across facilities, workforce, and third‑party vendors

Conduct audits and inspections to maintain a safe and compliant work environment

Lead incident response and corrective action planning when required

Qualifications

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

5+ years of experience leading large, multi‑service facilities management operations

Proven success managing full P&L responsibility within a complex service environment

Strong financial acumen with demonstrated ability to manage budgets, forecasts, and cost controls

Experience leading integrated services across engineering, maintenance, and custodial operations

Track record of building and leading high‑performing teams

Strong client‑facing experience with executive‑level communication skills

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

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