Director, Facilities
A+E Networks
New York, NYThis was removed by the employer on 10/11/2022 7:38:00 AM PST
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Employees The majority of our employees will have flexibility that allows them to choose a predominantly remote, predominantly in-office, or hybrid setup. Our official in-office locations in the United States includes LA, NYC, Stamford, and Chicago, and we have several other states in which employees may work remotely if their role isn't one that requires them to be in or near the office. We value the health and safety of our people above all else, and our onsite attendance policies reflect that. If there is an on-site requirement for a role, it will be listed in the job description. For those employees who would like to utilize our offices, full vaccination for COVID-19 is required for physical presence in A E Networks workplaces. While A E Networks will consider reasonable accommodation requests regarding this policy in accordance with applicable law, such requests will not be considered until a conditional offer of employment is extended to a candidate. Applicants should not submit any medical or health information in connection with their application for employment. THE ROLE: Director, Facilities As a member A E's Office Services & Facilities department, this role oversees the maintenance and operation of all things facilities and building services for the New York office. Provides leadership, direction and oversight to the facilities and building services teams. Updates, develops and implements operating policies and procedures to ensure safe, cost-effective facilities operations. Develops operating expense budget and capital improvement plans, benchmarks and cost estimates required to maintain as well as future upgrades to the building, operating systems, exterior, etc. This role partners with the Director of Security to ensure physical site safety and security of staff, visitors, and vendors. This role partners with the Manager of Office Services on general housekeeping, space management, office equipment management, etc. This role works closely with the SVP Office Services and Facilities to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local environmental and energy local laws while delivering operating efficiency. In addition, this role serves as a resource and provide guidance as needed for the Regional Office Services & Facilities Managers in Connecticut and California. MORE ABOUT WHAT YOU'LL DO: A huge part of this role is the administration and governance over facility contracts to drive vendor performance against contractual SLAs and KPIs Cultivate high performing and diverse teams, while growing talent, skills and capabilities Challenge the way things are done, leveraging benchmarking while providing broad perspective through industry affiliations and networking Lead the change and transformation of how facility management and site operations is delivered Bring innovation to the workplace, continuing to evaluate alternative methods that drive efficiency and improve processes, work methodologies, budgets, schedule, quality, risk and customer experiences Manage and ensure compliance with all health, safety, environmental, and risk management policies and procedures Ensure continuous operations of all critical infrastructure and technical equipment Provide direction, set goals and objectives to ensure facility management and services are consistently delivered on time, on budget and within scope. Establish and review performance metrics for the facilities team, onsite vendors, and service providers YOUR STORY: The ideal candidate is a self-starter who can work independently and within a team. This person should have a working knowledge of principles, practices and theories of facility management, and maintenance for commercial office space. Also have a working knowledge of applied mechanics, hydraulics, pneumatics, electricity, and electronics. A quick thinker with the ability to assess and respond to issues and identify possible solutions Ability to rapidly adapt and adjust to changing conditions and exhibit a great deal of flexibility when coordinating multiple activities. Ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary and highly collaborative teams to identify opportunities and provide leadership and technical expertise on projects. Ability to work effectively in complex, sensitive situations using tact and diplomacy to resolve problems. Ability to understand, summarize, and effectively communicate complex issues, analyze financial information and to formulate sound recommendations. Anticipate the needs of our customers as well as future needs of the facility considering how actions will affect all areas. Superior skills and experience in the areas of written and verbal communications, strong presentation skills. Must have 5 years progressive responsibility of facilities management and/or minor construction project experience. Previous experience in the media industry a-plus. A minimum of 3 years vendor management experience is preferred.