Senior Director - Facilities Services

The Senior Director - Facilities Services will manage and oversee all areas of tenant building maintenance and be involved in technology and construction support for existing and new assets.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop and Maintain Standard Operating Procedures: Create, update, and manage standard operating procedures for new and existing assets to ensure compliance and a systematic approach to asset management.

• Priority Management: Effectively manage competing priorities, allocating and optimizing time to ensure targets and timelines are met.

• Vendor Coordination: Manage and coordinate vendors in response to service requests by tenants for minor repairs and general facility renovation.

• Team Collaboration: Work closely with janitorial staff, vendors, and contractors to ensure proper follow-through for work orders, repairs, and maintenance of buildings.

• Maintenance Recordkeeping: Ensure that vendors maintain accurate maintenance repair logs and records, utilizing company systems and familiarity with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS), including MRI Angus.

• Capital Improvement Recommendations: Recommend capital improvements and operational changes for existing facilities to further the Company's corporate sustainability goals and ensure assets are best-in-market, Class A life science buildings.

• Tenant Communication: Arrange proper communication with tenants to ensure maintenance and repairs are handled properly and efficiently.

• Technical Support: Provide or assist in technical support for facilities maintenance, working with vendors to identify and correct various mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) issues.

• Mechanical and Security System Monitoring: Monitor and troubleshoot building mechanical systems and security systems, including some emergency response duties.

• Capital Construction Project Planning: Provide or assist in the planning and implementation of capital construction projects, particularly as they relate to building support and maintenance.

• Tenant and Contractor Coordination: Coordinate with tenants, tenant contractors, and landlord's contractors to complete various projects.

Integrated Facilities Management: Integrate hard- and soft-service skills into facility management practices, ensuring a holistic approach to building operations and tenant satisfaction.

• MEP Systems Oversight: Oversee the operation, maintenance, and optimization of MEP systems, ensuring their reliability, efficiency, and compliance with regulatory standards.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction, or related technical field.

• Knowledge of building systems, including MEP, systems commissioning, and systems design.

• At least 10-20 years of relevant experience in facilities management or a related field.

• Working knowledge in property management, building design, and/or real estate, with an interest in lab space highly desirable.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). Familiarity with computer-aided design and drafting (CADD), building management systems (BMS), and maintenance work request systems a plus.

• Client service-oriented attitude a must.

• High attention to detail and organizational skills.

• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.

• Proficient problem-solving and analytical skills and ability to follow directions.

• Knowledge of thermal metering and other utility submetering.

• Demonstrated experience in integrating both hard- and soft-service skills into facility management practices.

• Strong understanding of MEP systems, including their operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.

• Technical skills in MEP system design, installation, and commissioning.

• Familiarity with industry standards and regulations related to MEP systems, such as ASHRAE, NFPA, and local building codes.

• Ability to collaborate with engineers, contractors, and vendors to ensure MEP systems meet performance requirements and compliance standards.