Director of Facilities Management

Austin, TX 78759

Employment Type: Direct Hire Job Function: Real Estate & Development Job ID:: 128341

Job Description


A nationwide commercial real estate firm is hiring a Director of Facilities Management.  This is an exciting opportunity to work with a very established firm and lead a team of facility managers.  They will have responsibility for managing the Facilities Department, including overseeing three Facilities Managers who are engaged in maintaining and enhancing the physical condition of a privately held portfolio of 70+ properties in over 15 states.   This person must have a thorough understanding of mechanical systems, construction practices, preventative maintenance, and governmental regulations. This position requires a comprehensive understanding of operations methods and a focus on asset preservation, increasing profitability, enhancing property value and  cost control.  The successful candidate should feel comfortable working within a small company environment, enjoy taking on a wide variety of tasks and responsibilities, and be willing to travel on a regular basis. 

 



Job Description and Responsibilities: 
  • Directly oversee the facilities of a portfolio of properties.
  • Oversee and direct the work of three Facility Managers and their respective portfolios of properties.
  • Refine and develop standard operating procedures with the goal of improving work flows.
  • Work with the Facility Managers and third-party property management companies to help oversee the physical operations of each property, the general and preventative property maintenance, construction coordination, and other contracted services
  • Collaborate with the accounting department to ensure that all invoices related to work orders are reviewed and approved for payment in a timely fashion.
  • Assist in preparing and overseeing annual operational budgets for each property.
  • Help to identify ways to manage costs and reduce expenses and help to ensure that operating expenses remain in conformance with budgets.
  • Identify, create and manage preventative maintenance programs to help sustain a safe and reliable environment as well as maintain the physical value of the property.
  • Oversee the work process for both capital projects and ongoing services – including developing scope of work, requests for proposals, evaluating contractor submissions/bids, assuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and in accordance with the terms and scope of work, while ensuring all require documentation is delivered prior to project close-out and/or payment.
  • Conduct periodic property inspections to assess the physical aspects of each property. 
  • Prioritize capital projects to reflect critical needs and affordability.
  • Help to resolve escalated tenant/customer complaints and issues.
  • Assist in coordinating the physical due diligence process for new acquisitions.

 



Qualifications:
  • Industrial Engineering Degree or equivalent engineering degree required.
  • 10+ years or prior Operations, Facilities or Property Management experience.
  • Extensive knowledge of commercial building practices and systems, HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems.
  • Proven ability to manage capital projects.
  • Good communication skills – written and verbal.
  • Strong sense of customer service.
  • Problem solver – ability to identify problems and understand issues.  Resolve issues proactively.

 



Qualified candidates please send resumes to angelam@burnettspecialists.com

Meet The Recruiter

Angela Migliaccio
Sr. Direct-Hire Recruiter

Dream Job Specialist

Assisting individuals in advancing their careers while collaborating with incredible organizations and contributing to their growth is the best job in the world. From executives to fresh graduates, working with professionals at every level is both challenging and rewarding. Building lifelong relationships with clients is one of the most gratifying aspects of my career, supporting them during the highs and lows of their professional journeys. This career is not just a job, but a passion that I am blessed to have found. It brings me immense satisfaction to help others achieve their career goals and realize their full potential. Let me help you find your dream job!

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