Director, Facilities

BioMed Realty • Newark, NJ

154d • $164,000 - $204,000

About The Position

Provide facilities management oversight of a regional property portfolio of life science research buildings. Position will include: direct responsibility for maintaining equipment and building systems throughout critical lab spaces; collaboration with property management counterparts on all aspects of building and tenant operations; and supervision/management of regional facilities management team.

Requirements

• BA/BS in engineering, architecture, facilities management or related technical field required.
• Ten plus years progressive facilities management, construction and/or design experience.
• Mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and other technical building system expertise.
• Experience managing, building or designing critical building environments such as laboratories, manufacturing, and vivarium spaces.
• Demonstrated ability to hire, train, develop, coach, manage, reward and lead multiple direct reports.
• Technical education and hands-on-experience in HVAC design and engineering, electrical design and engineering, plumbing design and engineering.
• Proven experience with sustainability and energy conservation programs in commercial or institutional buildings.
• Computer literate including proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Project, AutoCad, CMMS, and BAS.
• Ability to read and understand building plans and specifications.
• Strong customer service focus and ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Leadership of facilities-related financial planning and project execution.
• Organized, task and detail-oriented and able to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment with multiple deadlines.
• Must be flexible to travel on occasion.
• Must be flexible to work weekends and after hours as necessary.

Nice To Haves

• Additional MBA degree preferred.
• CEM or LEED accreditation desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assess physical condition of properties and implement BMR preventative maintenance and improvement programs to maximize the value of company assets.
• Manage contractors and service providers responsible for regular building and equipment preventative and corrective maintenance.
• Scope and oversee facilities projects, select vendors and secure bids on approved, operating and capital budget items that pertain to building equipment/systems, maintenance, engineering and tenant services.
• Closely collaborate with property management to support tenant operations, with a focus on alignment and communication across internal and external partners.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and high performance.
• Ensure completion of work in accordance with industry best practices and in compliance with safety regulations and building codes.
• Ensure all policies and procedures are communicated effectively and adopted by team members.
• Identify process improvements, be solution-oriented, and drive change management.
• Oversee Building Management Systems (BMS) at landlord-managed properties and ensure BMR standards are followed.
• Oversee technical work orders and assignments managed by the centralized BMR Computer Maintenance Management System (CMMS) at assigned properties.
• Periodically review regional engineering labor models, cost allocations, and scopes of work.
• Implement and maintain BMR asset protection programs throughout assigned portfolio.
• Independently lead coordination of planned utility/building system shutdowns and emergency responses to unplanned events.
• Oversee preparation and filing of periodic reports required by government/regulatory authorities.
• Perform Asbestos Program Manager (APM) duties for buildings with Asbestos Operations & Maintenance Plans.
• Review and approve vendor and utility invoices for cost, allocation, account coding, amount and completion.
• Collaborate on the creation and oversight of the budget, ensuring cost-effective resource allocation while maintaining high levels of service and compliance.
• Participate in design and construction of development projects by reviewing drawings, attending meetings and providing feedback.
• Review and assess existing lease language to ensure tenants and landlord are operating in accordance with terms.
• Participate in the acquisition/disposition/due diligence process of properties located in the region.
• Lead the management and optimization of the site’s hosted solar energy project.
• Work across BioMed Realty functions to achieve corporate goals.

Benefits

• Employer-Paid Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off and Paid Family Leave Benefits
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Commuter Benefits
• Lifestyle Spending Account
• Pet Insurance
• ID Theft Insurance
• Legal Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 100% Employer-Paid Life & AD&D Insurance, Short and Long Term Disability

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees